FAQs about Emirabiz Services

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If you are a GCC resident with a passport from an eligible country, you can simply present your passport and GCC residence card at immigration to get your entry permit without a prior visa application.

Yes. You can submit one visa application for multiple people, but each must meet the eligibility criteria and provide their own required documents.

Yes, most tourist visa and visit visa categories can be extended twice, usually for 30 days each time, by paying the applicable visa extension fee. Transit visas and day visas generally cannot be extended.

A tourist visa is mainly for leisure travel and short stays, while a visit visa is often used for family or business purposes and can have longer validity. Both can be single-entry or multiple-entry, but the visa fee and extension rules differ.

Standard processing for most visa types takes 2-5 days. Urgent processing is available for an additional fee, sometimes granting approval within 24 hours.

Determining the number of resident visas required under the business license is essential. This includes visas for the business owner, employees, and any family members who may be sponsored. Understanding the specific needs for resident visas will help in aligning the business structure with the intended operations.

The final calculation of the costs for obtaining an employment visa, Emirates ID card, and opening a bank account will be determined by business consultants who will provide detailed information upon contact.

No. Citizens of GCC countries, including Qatari nationals, can visit the UAE without a visa. However, expatriate Qatar residents usually require a pre-approved e-visa unless they hold a passport eligible for a visa on arrival.

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