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Residency through a business

UAE residence visa through a free zone company

In short

A residence visa for two to three years through registering a company in a free economic zone. Entry budget from USD 15,000, processing from two to four weeks. Requires entering the country once every six months

Requirements current as of 2 October 2026 Exact requirements are confirmed during a consultation. This information is for reference only and is not an offer.

Program requirements

Entry budget from USD 15,000 including license, office and visa fees
Validity from 2 to 3 years, renewable
Processing time from 2 to 4 weeks
Stay requirement entry into the country at least once every 6 months
Family spouse and children sponsored by the owner
Path to a passport none

Availability by applicant citizenship

Russia Available Company registration available, some free zones request enhanced compliance
Belarus Available Company registration available
Kazakhstan Available Company registration available
Uzbekistan Available Company registration available

Pros

  • The most affordable entry into UAE residency
  • The company is a basis for a corporate bank account
  • The license is issued remotely, you need to visit in person only once
  • Works as a first step before the golden visa

Cons

  • The status depends on an active license, the visa is cancelled if the license is closed
  • You have to enter the country every six months
  • Annual license renewal and workspace rent
  • Banks check the company's real activity, an empty structure will not get an account

Common reasons for refusal

  • Business activity does not match the chosen license
  • No confirmed address or workspace
  • Expired medical test or biometrics
  • A previous UAE visa that has not been cancelled

FAQ

How much does it cost to maintain the company each year?
License renewal, workspace rent and visa fees average from USD 7,000 to 12,000 per year, depending on the free zone and the number of visas
What happens if I don't enter the UAE for six months?
The residence visa is cancelled automatically. It can only be restored by applying again
Can such a company open a UAE bank account?
Yes, but the bank will check real activity, contracts and source of funds. A company with no operations gets refused or receives an account with restrictions

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