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WHY WORK IN DUBAI?
Dubai
offers outstanding job and business opportunities, attracting expatriates from
around the world. The following four factors make the cosmopolitan city a prime
choice for work and career advancement:
- Safety
- Quality
of living
- Luxury
- World
class infrastructure and comfort
- Plenty of
work opportunities
- Tax-free
(No income tax)
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR THIS VISA?
Requirements
for obtaining a Dubai work permit:
- A
graduate degree for skilled workers or trade qualifications for unskilled
workers
- 2-3+
years of work experience
- A job
offer from a local employer
- Meeting
medical requirements
Benefits
of having a Dubai work permit include:
- Earning
in Dirham currency and paying no taxes
- Being a
resident for as long as employment continues
- The
ability to sponsor your family, including parents, spouse, and children
|
Industry |
Occupations |
Annual Salary(AED) |
|
information technology |
IT specialist, iOS developer, Network engineer, QA engineer, Project
manager, Project coordinator, IT Database administrator, Web developer,
Technical Lead, Software tester, System analyst, Software developer, Java and
angular developer, Network administrator, Python developer, SSRS developers,
.NET developer, PHP full stack developer, Block chain developer, Business
intelligence analyst are the most popular occupations |
AED42K-AED300K,from junior to Senior level positions |
|
Engineering and Construction |
Accountant Construction Industry, Construction Supervisor, Manager
Civil Construction, Consultants and Senior Consultants – Construction Claims
Quantity, Site Supervisor, Cost Manager, Construction Workers, Construction
Foreman, Project Manager, Project Engineer, Purchase Executive Construction,
Quantity Surveyor, Contracts Manager, Architect, Architectural Designer,
Planning Engineer and Construction Lawyer are the most popular occupations. |
AED50K-AED300K, from Junior to Senior level Legal profiles are not considered. |
|
Oil and Gas |
Gas plant operator, Sales executive- Oil and Gas, Senior process
safety engineer, Commissioning Mechanical engineer, Planning engineer,
Petroleum engineer, Field engineer, Production operator, Terminal manager –
LNG, gas welder, Fitter, Production manager, Instrumentation designer,
Scaffolding foreman, Project manager are the most popular occupations |
AED24K-AED350K,from Junior to Senior level |
|
Steel Industry |
Purchasing manager, procurement manager, business development manager,
Sales manager, Steel structure fabrication supervisor, Steel fixer, Quality
manager, structural steel design engineer, heat treatment supervisor, Steel
engineer, casting operator, site manager steel production, material and
welding engineer, mechanical fitter |
AED25K – 200K, from Junior to Senior level |
|
Retail |
Retail Store Manager, Retail Sales Associate, Retail Administration
Manager, Retail Field Supervisor, Sales Executive – Retail Division, Retail
& Digital Marketing Officer, Head of Retail Insurance, Retail Cashier,
Retail Merchandiser and Retail Marketing Executive |
AED25K – 200K, from Junior to Senior level |
|
hospitality |
Waiter, Restaurant Manager, Housekeeping Supervisor, Laundry
Attendant, Spa Attendant, Bartender, Hostess, Bellboy, Guest Relations Executive,
Front Office Receptionist, Chef, Revenue Manager, Valet Attendant, Carpenter,
AC Technician, Painter, Electrician, Pool Cleaner, Pool Technician, Lifeguard
are the most popular occupations. |
AED50K -200K, from junior to senior level |
|
Marketing and advertising |
Marketing Executive, Digital Marketing Executive, Advertising Sales
Executive, Digital Analyst – Performance Advertising, Marketing and Business
Development Manager, Digital Marketing Assistant, Strategy Planner –
Advertising, Brand Manager, Events & Program Manager and Sales &
Marketing Manager are the most popular occupations. |
AED50K – AED 250K Field Sales profiles may be asked for GCC license. |
|
Education |
Education Consultant, Assistant/Associate Professor, Faculty, School
Counsellor, Primary Teacher, English Teacher, Science Teacher, Teacher of
Physical Education, Graduate Student Recruitment Specialist, College
Director, Dean, Analyst – Healthcare & Education, Education Lead, School
HR Generalist, School Principal and Academic Advisor are the most popular
occupations |
AED15K to AED 200K, from Junior to Senior level Masters degree, and related degrees will help with better chances |
|
Healthcare |
Healthcare Consultant, Medical Nurse, Medical Advisor, Medical
Representative, General Practitioner, Internal Medicine Specialist, Health
Physician, Dental Assistant, Care Assistants, Paediatric Physical Therapist,
Cardiologist, Neurologist are the most popular occupations |
AED50K – 300K, Junior to Senior level License/registration mandatory, for job search. |
ELIGIBILITY
CONDITIONS
Before obtaining a work permit, you and your company must
meet certain eligibility criteria, including:
- Being 18 years or older
- Your employer having a valid business license
- Your employer having a clean legal record
- The work you perform aligning with the nature of
your employer's business.
Three categories of individuals based on education level:
- Those holding a bachelor's degree
- Those with a post-secondary diploma in any field
- Those with a high school diploma.
REQUIREMENTS FOR UAE
WORK PERMIT
For a work permit in the UAE, you need to provide:
- Your original passport along with a photocopy
- A passport-sized photo
Approval from both the UAE Embassy or Consulate in your home
country and the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs in your country for your qualifications.
- A medical certificate from an authorized health
center in the UAE
- The company's trade license or business card
that is hiring you
- After submitting the application, it takes
around 5 business days for the government to grant your work permit
- A Labor Card and Residence Visa are required to
secure the work permit.
How BMC
can help ?
BMC, a top immigration consultant in the UAE, offers impartial services tailored to the individual needs and interests of each client. Our services include:
- Providing guidance on eligibility criteria for the Work Visa
- Expert advice and Counselling
- English language proficiency training
- Assistance with all procedures during the visa application process
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