Dubai's Residency Visa Process for Entrepreneurs & Investors | Ep15

Hey, I'm Aaron Henriques, an entrepreneur and business investor from the United Kingdom. Following the requests from people who watched my video on setting up a free zone company in Dubai, in this episode, I delve deep, detailing the full UAE residency visa process. This is tailored specifically for entrepreneurs and investors who have established a freezone company in Dubai or who are considering it in the future.

I'll guide you through my personal experience of obtaining a residency visa in Dubai as a new Dubai freezone company owner from the UK. From the must-know steps before landing in Dubai, navigating the visa medical procedure, demystifying the costs of the UAE residency visa, to the intricacies of the visa application process and the challenges I encountered securing my Emirates ID, I've got you covered on every front!

📌 What's Included:
- My real-time journey from the UK to Dubai, setting up a company and securing a visa.
- Delve deep into the intricate steps, from e-visa application to receiving the final Emirates ID.
- Learn about the often-confusing medical requirements and understand the costs involved.
- FAQ corner: Debunking myths on taxation, golden visas, costs and more.

Whether you're aiming to set up in the UAE or simply curious, this episode offers a clear roadmap. Bonus tip at the end for what to do before you leave Dubai!

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I'm Aaron Henriques, a British entrepreneur, business investor, private pilot, and former police officer from London. For over a decade, I've operated remote service-based businesses, gaining expertise in leadership, strategic thinking, digital marketing and idea generation. Sharing my journey and lessons learned, I hope to help others succeed faster than I did. I hope this is useful for you or someone else you know!

⏱ CHAPTERS:
00:00 - The full UAE residence visa process step-by step for Entrepreneurs in Dubai
04:15 - Why I decided to apply for the UAE residents visa from Dubai
08:52 - How much time do I need to be in Dubai to get my residence visa?
10:22 - What is difference between e-visa and tourist visa?
16:06 - What is the medical test for UAE residents visa and Emirates ID for entrepreneurs?
16:50 - How long does the visa medical process take in Dubai, UAE?
17:27 - How much does the residence visa medical cost in Dubai?
18:02 - What are the medical tests for UAE resident visa?
18:47 - Do you need a blood test for UAE residence visa?
20:26 - Why do you need an x-ray for UAE residence visa in Dubai?
21:27 - How much does Emirates ID typing cost?
21:57 - What is next step after medical test in UAE?
22:47 - How long do the UAE medical fitness tests in Dubai take in total?
22:59 - What is the VIP service for Emirates ID at Al Bahara Smart Medical centre?
23:48 - What is the biometric process for Dubai residence visas?
24:29 - How long does it take to get residence visa after medical?
25:39 - What is the UAE Pass app and UAE ICP app?
26:21 - How long does it take to get the emirates ID card?
27:03 - Can you leave the UAE before your Emirates ID is issued?
28:25 - How do I maintain my UAE residency and keep it active?
28:40 - Can I stay more than 6 months out of UAE on a residence visa?
29:58 - What is the difference between investor visa and partner visa in Dubai?
33:26 - How long does the investors residency visa last?
33:37 - What does a residency visa allow you to do?
34:13 - How much does the 2 year UAE residence visa cost?
37:07 - Can you leave before Emirates ID is issued?
37:17 - Do you need medical insurance to apply for the visa?
37:40 - Difference between Employment visa, investor or partner visa?
38:15 - Does a UAE residency visa mean you don’t pay tax?
44:21 - How can I get a mobile cell phone number in Dubai?

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