UAE Work Visa from Pakistan
A practical guide for Pakistanis planning to work in the United Arab Emirates, from obtaining a genuine job offer to work-permit and residence procedures.
Step-by-Step Process
Obtain a genuine UAE job offer
Verify the employer, position, salary, benefits and employment terms before proceeding.
Check the employment offer
Make sure the offer and employment arrangements match the job you have actually accepted.
Employer starts the work-permit process
For ordinary private-sector employment, the employer normally handles the applicable work-permit procedure.
Prepare your documents
Prepare your passport, photograph, qualifications and other documents required for your job and permit.
Complete document attestation if required
Some occupations or employers may require authenticated educational or professional documents.
Receive the appropriate entry permission
Follow the employer and UAE authorities' instructions concerning entry for employment.
Travel after approval
Check the immigration approval and employment information before travelling.
Complete medical fitness requirements
After arrival, complete the applicable medical fitness examination for the residence process.
Complete Emirates ID procedures
Follow the required biometric and identification process.
Complete residence formalities
Your employer or sponsor completes the applicable residence procedures with the relevant authority.
Maintain legal employment status
Work according to your authorised employment and keep your residence and work permission valid.
Official Resources
Use official government and authorised sources to confirm the latest requirements before paying or submitting an application.
Avoid Visa & Job Scams
Be cautious of anyone promising a guaranteed visa, guaranteed job, guaranteed admission or guaranteed approval. Verify employers, institutions and application channels independently. PakPardes does not issue visas and cannot guarantee approval.