Green Visa Services in Dubai, UAE
Want to live and work in the UAE on your own terms? The Green Visa in Dubai offers UK nationals five years of self-sponsored residency—with no employer or sponsor required. Whether you’re a skilled professional, freelancer, or investor, Onelink Solutions manages your entire application from start to finish, making the process smooth and stress-free.
What Is the UAE Green Visa?
The UAE Green Visa is a five-year residency program introduced to attract skilled professionals, freelancers, investors, and entrepreneurs to the UAE. Its standout feature is self-sponsorship—you don’t need an employer or partner to sponsor your stay. For UK nationals, it offers independence, flexibility, and the security of long-term residency in one of the world’s most business-friendly destinations.
Benefits of the UAE Green Visa
5 Years' Self-Sponsored Residency
Live in the UAE for five years without needing an employer or local sponsor, and renew on expiry.
Full Independence
Sponsor yourself and enjoy the freedom to work, invest, or freelance across the UAE on your own terms.
Sponsor Your Family
Bring your spouse, children, and parents to the UAE under your visa, with extended eligibility for dependants.
Longer Grace Period
Enjoy a grace period of up to six months to remain in the UAE after your visa expires or is cancelled.
0% Personal Income Tax
Keep more of what you earn in a tax-friendly environment with no personal income tax.
A Gateway to Opportunity
Use your residency to build your career, grow a business, or establish a long-term base in the region.
Who Qualifies for a Green Visa?
The UAE Green Visa is available to several categories, including:
Skilled Professionals—Employees with a valid work contract, a recognized qualification, and a salary meeting the required threshold
Freelancers & Self-Employed—Independent professionals with the relevant permit and qualifications
Investors & Entrepreneurs—Those investing in or owning an approved commercial project
Eligibility criteria vary by category. Onelink Solutions will assess your profile and confirm the right route for you.
Documents Required
- Passport copy (valid for at least six months)
- Passport-size photograph with a white background
- Educational or professional qualifications (attested where required)
- Proof of income, work contract, or freelance permit (depending on category)
- Investment or trade license documents, where applicable
- Medical test results and Emirates ID registration
Exact requirements depend on your category—we’ll provide a tailored checklist during your consultation.
How the Process Works
01
Eligibility Assessment
We review your profile against the Green Visa categories and confirm the best route for your circumstances.
02
Document Preparation
Our team gathers and prepares all the required paperwork to meet the authorities' standards.
03
Application Submission
We submit your application and manage the approvals with the relevant government bodies on your behalf.
04
Medical & Emirates ID
Complete your medical test and Emirates ID registration as part of the residency process.
05
Visa Issuance
Your green visa is stamped and issued, securing your five-year self-sponsored residency.
Why Choose Onelink Solutions
Qualifying for the Green Visa depends on getting the details right—the correct permit, an attested qualification, and a salary or investment that meets the threshold. Onelink Solutions handles every part of that for UK nationals seeking independent, self-sponsored residency.
- Clear guidance on which route fits you—skilled professional, freelancer, or investor
- Support securing your work or freelance permit, the foundation of a Green Visa application
- Attestation help for your degrees and professional qualifications
- Fast-track processing and full support with the relevant authorities
- Self-sponsored application handled end to end—no employer or sponsor needed
- Ongoing relocation support, including family visas, banking, and housing
Frequently Asked Questions
Five years, and it can be renewed on expiry, subject to continued eligibility.
No. The Green Visa lets you self-sponsor your residency, giving you full independence.
Yes. You can sponsor your spouse, children, and parents with broader dependant eligibility than a standard visa.
Much of the process can begin remotely. You'll only need to be in the UAE for steps like your medical test, Emirates ID, and visa stamping.
The Green Visa offers five years of self-sponsored residency for professionals, freelancers, and investors, while the Golden Visa provides five or ten years for those meeting higher investment or talent criteria.
Yes. The Green Visa offers a grace period of up to six months to remain in the UAE after expiry or cancellation.
Get Started
Ready to secure your self-sponsored residency?
Book your free consultation with Onelink Solutions today, and let us manage your UAE Green Visa application from start to finish.