Why work in Dubai?
Dubai provides excellent business and work prospects in attracting expats from all corners of the world. The below four are the most important factors making the cosmopolitan city one of the best options to work and build a career.
- Safety
- Quality of living
- Luxury
- World class infrastructure and comfort
- Plenty of work opportunities
- Tax-free (No income tax)
Multi-cultural workforce with more than 200 nationalities gives global exposure and works as a launch pad to countries like Australia, Canada, UK and USA.
Who is eligible for this visa?
- Should be a graduate in case of skilled, Trade qualifications for an unskilled worker.
- 2-3+ years of experience.
- Must have a job offer from local employer
- Meet medical requirements.
What are the benefits of having a Dubai Work Permit?
- Earn in Dirham’s and pay no tax.
- Be a resident as long as your employment exists
- Sponsor your family- Parents, Wife and Children.
Eligibility conditions
You and your company must meet certain eligibility requirements before receiving your work permit. These are some of them:
You must be at least 18 years old.
Your employer’s business license must be current.
Your employer must not have broken the law in any way.
The work you undertake must be in accordance with the nature of your employer’s business.
Aside from that, foreign workers are classified into one of three groups based on their qualifications or abilities:
- Category 1: those with a bachelor’s degree
- Category 2: those with a post-secondary diploma in any field
- Category 3: those with a high school diploma
Documents required for UAE work permit
Your original passport with a copy.
Passport-size photograph.
The UAE Embassy or Consulate in your nation, as well as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of your country, must both approve your qualifications.
A medical certificate from a government-approved health center in the United Arab Emirates.
The company card or commercial license of the company that is hiring you.
The government takes roughly 5 working days to grant your work permit after you submit your application.
The Labor Card and the Residence Visa are required to obtain a work permit.
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Industry |
Occupations |
Annual SAlary(AED) |
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information technology |
IT specialist, iOS developer, Network engineer, QA engineer, Project manager, Project coordinator, IT Database administrator, Web developer, Technical Lead, Software tester, System analyst, Software developer, Java and angular developer, Network administrator, Python developer, SSRS developers, .NET developer, PHP full stack developer, Block chain developer, Business intelligence analyst are the most popular occupations |
AED42K-AED300K,from junior to Senior level positions |
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Engineering and Construction |
Accountant Construction Industry, Construction Supervisor, Manager Civil Construction, Consultants and Senior Consultants – Construction Claims Quantity, Site Supervisor, Cost Manager, Construction Workers, Construction Foreman, Project Manager, Project Engineer, Purchase Executive Construction, Quantity Surveyor, Contracts Manager, Architect, Architectural Designer, Planning Engineer and Construction Lawyer are the most popular occupations. |
AED50K-AED300K, from Junior to Senior level Legal profiles are not considered. |
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Oil and Gas |
Gas plant operator, Sales executive- Oil and Gas, Senior process safety engineer, Commissioning Mechanical engineer, Planning engineer, Petroleum engineer, Field engineer, Production operator, Terminal manager – LNG, gas welder, Fitter, Production manager, Instrumentation designer, Scaffolding foreman, Project manager are the most popular occupations |
AED24K-AED350K,from Junior to Senior level |
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Steel Industry |
Purchasing manager, procurement manager, business development manager, Sales manager, Steel structure fabrication supervisor, Steel fixer, Quality manager, structural steel design engineer, heat treatment supervisor, Steel engineer, casting operator, site manager steel production, material and welding engineer, mechanical fitter |
AED25K – 200K, from Junior to Senior level |
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Retail |
Retail Store Manager, Retail Sales Associate, Retail Administration Manager, Retail Field Supervisor, Sales Executive – Retail Division, Retail & Digital Marketing Officer, Head of Retail Insurance, Retail Cashier, Retail Merchandiser and Retail Marketing Executive |
AED25K – 200K, from Junior to Senior level |
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hospitality |
Waiter, Restaurant Manager, Housekeeping Supervisor, Laundry Attendant, Spa Attendant, Bartender, Hostess, Bellboy, Guest Relations Executive, Front Office Receptionist, Chef, Revenue Manager, Valet Attendant, Carpenter, AC Technician, Painter, Electrician, Pool Cleaner, Pool Technician, Lifeguard are the most popular occupations. |
AED50K -200K, from junior to senior level |
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Marketing and advertising |
Marketing Executive, Digital Marketing Executive, Advertising Sales Executive, Digital Analyst – Performance Advertising, Marketing and Business Development Manager, Digital Marketing Assistant, Strategy Planner – Advertising, Brand Manager, Events & Program Manager and Sales & Marketing Manager are the most popular occupations. |
AED50K – AED 250K Field Sales profiles may be asked for GCC license. |
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Education |
Education Consultant, Assistant/Associate Professor, Faculty, School Counsellor, Primary Teacher, English Teacher, Science Teacher, Teacher of Physical Education, Graduate Student Recruitment Specialist, College Director, Dean, Analyst – Healthcare & Education, Education Lead, School HR Generalist, School Principal and Academic Advisor are the most popular occupations |
AED15K to AED 200K, from Junior to Senior level Masters degree, and related degrees will help with better chances |
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Healthcare |
Healthcare Consultant, Medical Nurse, Medical Advisor, Medical Representative, General Practitioner, Internal Medicine Specialist, Health Physician, Dental Assistant, Care Assistants, Paediatric Physical Therapist, Cardiologist, Neurologist are the most popular occupations |
AED50K – 300K, Junior to Senior level License/registration mandatory, for job search. |