United Arab Emirates•AsiaInvestor Visa - Free Zone (Partner/Shareholder)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
1 to 3 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence visa for free zone business owners and investors. Self-sponsored with no local partner requirement. Valid 1-3 years.
Free zone investor visa for business owners and partners with ownership stake in free zone companies. No requirement for local partner. Self-sponsored residency tied to business license. Can sponsor family members.
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Requirements
Financial
Investment Required
50,000 AED
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Passport photos
Recent biometric photographs
Share certificate
Showing minimum 50 shares / AED 50,000 capital
Trade license
Free zone business license
Medical test
Health examination results
Police clearance
Criminal record certificate
Proof of funds
Bank statements showing investment
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Advantages
- No local partner required
- 100% foreign ownership allowed
- Self-sponsored visa
- Can sponsor family
- Tax-free business benefits
- Full business control
Considerations
- Minimum investment required
- Must maintain business
- Free zone residency
- Tied to business operations
Application Process
Choose free zone
Select appropriate free zone for business
Register business
Establish company in free zone
Get business license
Obtain free zone trade license
Prepare documents
Gather share certificates and business documents
Submit visa application
Apply for investor residence visa
Provide share proof
Submit share certificate showing minimum ownership
Medical examination
Undergo health screening
Receive investor visa
Get free zone investor residence visa
Application Forms
Investor Visa Application - Free Zone
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