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TOI World Desk

Dubai’s freelance visa trend: Step-by-step process from permit to residency, how it works, what it costs and who can apply

In recent years, Dubai has emerged as one of the world’s most attractive destinations for independent professionals and freelancers, thanks to a visa system that allows talented individuals to live and work legally without a traditional employer sponsor and even sponsor family members. As clarified by UAE authorities, the freelance visa programme remains active and strictly regulated amid misinformation and tighter compliance checks, reaffirming its role in supporting a flexible labour market and innovative workforce growth in the emirate.

Why Dubai’s freelance visa is making headlines

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