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Mission Visa (Work Assignment)
VisasUnited Arab EmiratesMission Visa (Work Assignment)
United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates•Asia
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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

No

Remote Work

Not Required

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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 grant3 months

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Employment Visa
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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

1

Employer applies for mission visa quota via MOHRE

2

Employee signs contract

3

Entry permit issued

4

Medical test

5

Labour card issued

Application Forms

MOHRE PortalFill online

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