Your Gateway to Dubai: The 4 Main Free Zone Visas

Dubai offers attractive free zone visas. This guide outlines the four main options for 2025, with their benefits, requirements, and application process for entrepreneurs and professionals.

1. Investor (Partner) Visa

Ideal for entrepreneurs who want full ownership of their company. Valid for 2–3 years (renewable) and can even lead to a 10-year Golden Visa with higher investment. This visa also lets you sponsor your family.

2. Employment Visa

For professionals hired by a free zone company. The employer acts as your sponsor and manages the process. Valid for 1–3 years, it allows you to live and work legally in Dubai with tax-free income.

3. Freelancer Visa

Perfect for creatives, consultants, and tech specialists who want to work independently. You can take multiple clients, manage your own schedule, and be your own sponsor. Typically valid for 1–2 years.

4. Dependent Visa

Allows investors or employees to bring their immediate family (spouse and children) to Dubai. The visa duration is linked to your own, provided you meet the minimum income requirement.

1. Investor (Partner) Visa

Ideal for entrepreneurs who want full ownership of their company. Valid for 2–3 years (renewable) and can even lead to a 10-year Golden Visa with higher investment. This visa also lets you sponsor your family.

2. Employment Visa

For professionals hired by a free zone company. The employer acts as your sponsor and manages the process. Valid for 1–3 years, it allows you to live and work legally in Dubai with tax-free income.

3. Freelancer Visa

Perfect for creatives, consultants, and tech specialists who want to work independently. You can take multiple clients, manage your own schedule, and be your own sponsor. Typically valid for 1–2 years.

4. Dependent Visa

Allows investors or employees to bring their immediate family (spouse and children) to Dubai. The visa duration is linked to your own, provided you meet the minimum income requirement.