The Abu Dhabi Digital Nomad Visa, officially known as the Remote Work Visa, allows remote workers and digital nomads to live and work in Abu Dhabi for up to one year without the need for a local sponsor, offering a unique blend of modern infrastructure, tax-free income, and vibrant lifestyle in a global business hub.
MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT
Abu Dhabi's Digital Nomad Visa provides a pathway for remote workers and digital professionals to live and work in this dynamic emirate for up to one year. This program is designed to attract global talent, offering the opportunity to experience Abu Dhabi's world-class infrastructure, tax-free environment, and strategic location while maintaining employment with companies outside the UAE.
Visión general
A one-year visa for remote workers to live and work in Abu Dhabi's innovative and cosmopolitan environment
Requisitos
Proof of employment with a company or business ownership outside the UAE
Restricciones de anclaje
Meses para la ciudadanía
Duración del visado
1 year, renewable
Meses para el visado
15-30 days
Requisito de presencia física
Ninguna especificada
Disponibilidad
Online application available
Subsidio familiar
Cónyuge e hijos
Visión general
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benefits
The Digital Nomad Visa offers numerous advantages for remote workers seeking a dynamic and tax-friendly environment.
Live and work remotely in Dubai for up to 1 year
Access to UAE's tax-free income benefits
No requirement to have a local sponsor
Fast Processing Time
Extended stay options beyond initial visa period
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Online Submission Allowed
Países sin visado
158
Passport Validity
10 years, 5 years for children
Visión general
Abu Dhabi offers a unique blend of modern infrastructure, global connectivity, and attractive lifestyle for digital nomads and remote workers.
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Can I renew my Abu Dhabi Digital Nomad Visa?
Do I need to pay taxes in Abu Dhabi as a digital nomad?
REQUIREMENTS
Check if you qualify based on your family history
Not applicable
Remote Work Eligibility: Applicants must prove they can perform their job remotely as: An employee of a foreign company; A freelancer with clients outside the UAE; An entrepreneur with a business registered outside the UAE
Not applicable
Criminal Record: clean criminal record required+Police clearance certificate from the country of origin and/or country of residence for the past 6 months+Agreement to comply with visa conditions, including not engaging in local employment without proper work permission.
REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for the Digital Nomad Visa, applicants must meet specific criteria:
PROCESS
Initial Assessment
• Complete remote work verification
• Confirm minimum income requirements
• Verify eligible employer/business structure
Selection Phase
• Choose destination country
• Review specific program requirements
• Verify visa duration and renewal options
Application Preparation
• Gather proof of income documentation
• Prepare employment/business verification
• Obtain health insurance coverage
• Complete background check
Submission
• Submit online application
• Pay program fees
• Book accommodation (if required)
Approval
• Receive digital nomad visa
• Complete registration process (if required)
• Set up local utilities/services
PROCESS
DOCUMENTS
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
Rankings
172
Clasificación general
Coste
Based on application fee
Requisitos de residencia
Based on residency requirements
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Duración de los privilegios de residencia
Based on programs’s term
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Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
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Requisitos
Based on entry requirements
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Estabilidad del programa
Based on years of activity
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Time to Permanent Residency
Based on permanent residency timeline
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Rankings
Safety
53
Coste de la vida
27
Quality of Life
26
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Healthcare Quality
82
Internet Speed
2
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Human Freedom
125
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