Dubai Freelance Visa — Application Checklist

Step-by-step checklist to get your Dubai freelance visa. 3 phases, 14 steps, every fee listed.

Phase 1 — PREPARE: 10 documents to gather + 3 decision steps (free zone vs mainland, zone selection, profession category)

Phase 2 — APPLY: Submit application (AED 500-1,500) → Pay license (AED 5,500-15,000) → Entry permit → Medical test (AED 300-500) → Emirates ID (AED 370-575) → Visa stamped

Phase 3 — POST-APPROVAL: Health insurance, bank account, invoicing setup, start working!

Total cost estimate: AED 7,500-18,000 (Year 1)

Budget zones: SHAMS/RAKEZ ~7.5K | IFZA ~12K | DMCC ~15-18K

Created by a 13-year Dubai resident. Part of the DXBIFY Premium resource library.

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