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Mission Visa (Work Assignment)

Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

5-7 days

Application Fee

3,900 AED

Stay Duration

3 months

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Living in United Arab Emirates

Cost of Living

20% cheaper than United States

Avg SalaryAED 140,400

Quality of Life

176/200

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Overview

A short-term work permit for skilled professionals to perform specific project-based tasks.

The Mission Visa is designed for skilled professionals entering the UAE to complete specific, time-bound work assignments. It provides a legal framework for short-term employment under the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. It is strictly for project-based work and does not allow for the inclusion of dependents.

Fee Breakdown

MOHRE application and permit fees	900 AED
Security deposit (refundable)	3,000 AED

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

3 months

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

United Arab Emirates

Employment Visa

Validity3 years

Processing7-20 days

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Skilled professional status

Valid job offer from a UAE-based company

MOHRE quota approval

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

Education

bachelor or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Signed employment contract

Passport copy

Professional credentials/qualifications

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Legal work authorization for short-term projects
Fast processing

Worth Knowing

Cannot bring dependents
Non-renewable while in country
Lack of employer quota
Unskilled profession classification

Application Process

Employer applies for mission visa quota via MOHRE

Employee signs contract

Entry permit issued

Medical test

Labour card issued

Application Forms

MOHRE Portal

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Overview

A short-term work permit for skilled professionals to perform specific project-based tasks.