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Remote Work (Virtual Work) Residence Visa

Data as of 27 Oct 2026 · Cross-checked

Remote Work (Virtual Work) Residence Visa is a long-stay route in United Arab Emirates.

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities

Money

Income needed: $3500 a month

Rule text, quoted in its source language: foreign income
Rule text, quoted in its source language: Salary certificate showing at least USD 3,500/month (or equivalent) from outside the UAE; proof of remote work for a foreign organisation; UAE-valid health insurance; medical fitness test; passport valid 6+ months. Since 27 Jan 2026, six consecutive months of bank statements reportedly required (s9). Income set in USD officially.

Sources

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United Arab Emirates