Are you thinking to get settle and work in Dubai? If you’re an investor, entrepreneur, freelancer, or planning to bring your family to Dubai, understanding the UAE residence visa cost is an important step in your journey.
At Wingstarr, we specialize in helping clients from around the world to get residence visas, set up businesses, and handle every legal and necessary documentation requirements all under one roof.
What is a DUBAI Residence Visa?
A UAE residence visa allows foreign nationals to live legally in Dubai or any other areas of UAE for 2 – 10 years, depending on the type of visa. It also enables you to:
- Open a UAE bank account
- Sign a rental lease usually know as (Ejari)
- Apply for a driving license
- Access healthcare and government services
- Sponsor your family
There are multiple ways to get a residence visa in Dubai and Wingstarr can help with all of them.
Dubai Residence Visa Cost Breakdown (2025)
The total UAE residence visa cost differs depending on visa type, application location (If applicants are inside or outside UAE), and support services needed. Here’s detailed breakdown:
- Employment Visa
• Visa Fees: 3,500 – 6,000 AED (usually it is paid by your employer)
• Medical Test + Emirates ID: 1,200 – 1,500 AED
• Duration: 2 years, renewable by employer
- Investor/Partner Visa (With Company Formation)
• Company Setup with Licence: 12,000 – 20,000+ AED
• Visa Processing: 4,000 – 5,000 AED
• Medical & Emirates ID: 1,200 – 1,500 AED
• Duration: 2 Years, renewable
Wingstarr Tip: We offer complete packages including company formation, trade licence, MOA/AOA, and more.
- Freelance Visa
• Freelance Permit: 7,000 – 8,000 AED
• Residence Visa: 3,000 – 5,000 AED
• Medical & ID: 1,000 – 1,500 AED
• Total Cost: 10,000 – 15,000+ AED
Ideal for: Digital nomads, remote workers, creatives
- Dependent Visa (Family Sponsorship)
•Application Fees: 3,500 – 5,000 AED per dependent
•Medical & Emirates ID: 1,200 – 1,500 AED
•Health Insurance: 700 – 2,000 AED per person (mandatory)
- Golden Visa (10-Year Residence)
•Application Fees: 2,800 – 3,800 AED
•Additional Services: Medical, ID, processing Fees: 2,000 AED
Ideal For: Investors, business owners, skilled professionals, scientists, exceptional students
- Wingstarr Specialization: Golden Visa for Dubai, Sharjah, and RAKEZ
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Is There Anything Else That Affects The Visa Cost?
•Inside UAE applications may include extra change-of-status fees (500–1,000 AED).
•Insurance requirements based on visa type and applicant age.
•PRO services, translation, and document clearance can add to the total if not managed efficiently.
Why Choose Wingstarr for Your Requirements?
We’re more than just a visa consultancy. Wingstarr offers full-spectrum support including:
- Company formation and trade licence issuance
- Golden Visa & other visa processing
- Ejari agreements and tenancy contracts
- Bank account opening with Trustable UAE banks
- Business plan preparation
- Certificate of Incorporation, MOA & AOA
- 100% assistance before and after visa or company setup
- Legal documentation and PRO services
Let’s Make Dubai Your New Home
Understanding the Dubai residence visa cost is just the first step. The real key to success is working with a trusted partner who knows the process inside and out.
At Wingstarr, we help you every step of the way from planning to paperwork to final approvals.
Get in touch today and take the first step toward your new life in Dubai.
Expert Consultation at – https://calendly.com/wingstarrofficial/30min
Call – +971 529711738