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Do I need a visa to intern or work?

By UAE law, an individual can work only if they have an employment visa or a work permit.

There are a lot of different types of employment visas and permits. If you want to learn more about them, here’s a summary of all the options. (The visa/permit application is done by the employer so don’t worry too much about the process!)

As a young professional, you’ll need to either be on a student/spouse/parent visa with a type of work permit or labor card on top of that. Students in the UAE can also look forward to some visa changes coming up which will allow you to work in the UAE.

If you’re on a visit visa, you are not legally allowed to work.

If you’re looking for opportunities to secure an employment visa to stay in the UAE, make sure you keep your eye out for full-time, permanent roles on platforms like LinkedIn and GulfTalent as well!

Updated on September 20, 2023

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