The UAE welcomes millions of visitors each year for tourism, business, study, and investment. Its visa system is flexible, but selecting the wrong visa category or submitting an incomplete document set can cause costly delays. We work with our clients from the very first step to make sure the right visa is pursued the right way.
Main UAE Visa Categories
- Tourist visa — for short-term leisure and cultural visits; valid for 30 or 90 days, extendable.
- Visit visa — for business meetings, seminars, and conferences; duration ranges from 14 to 90 days.
- Employment visa — issued to foreign professionals sponsored by a UAE employer; typically valid for up to 2 years and renewable.
- Investor / entrepreneur visa — for those establishing or investing in a UAE business; validity depends on the nature of the investment.
- Student visa — covers the academic year and is renewed accordingly.
- Family reunification visa — granted to spouses and dependants of UAE residents; valid for 1–3 years, renewable.
Documents, Timelines, and How We Help
A standard application requires a completed visa form, a passport valid for at least six months, white-background photographs, proof of the trip's purpose (hotel bookings, flight tickets, or a conference invitation), and evidence of financial means such as bank statements or a salary certificate. Employment and investor visa files additionally call for sponsor letters or corporate formation documents.
At Sirius Consulting, we advise on current UAE visa regulations, identify the most suitable visa category for each client's situation, prepare and translate the required documents, and liaise directly with the relevant authorities and consulates. Our goal is to submit a thorough, well-structured file that minimises the risk of rejection and keeps processing times as short as possible.
Whether you are planning to relocate, launch a business, or study in the UAE, reach out to us for an initial consultation. We will map out the right route and support you every step of the way.