Freelance permits
Apply for a freelance permit that matches the services you provide. We review your activity, eligibility and required documents.
FREELANCE VISA · DUBAI, UAE
Freelance Visa
in Dubai.
Live & work legally.
Get a legitimate freelance permit and UAE residency visa, with application support from our Dubai team. We help you choose the right package for your work and visa status.
Freelance permit. Residency visa. Clear pricing.Free consultation · Eligibility checked before you apply.
YOUR WORK. YOUR PERMIT. YOUR LIFE IN DUBAI.
01Work legally
in your approved activity
in your approved activity
02Plan your residency
with the right visa package
with the right visa package
03Know the full cost
before you apply
↘before you apply
FREELANCE PERMIT & UAE RESIDENCY
The documents you need.
The support to get started.
A freelance permit covers your approved work activity. A residency visa covers your stay in the UAE. Choose the support you need for both.
UAE residency visa
Need UAE residency as well? Get help with your visa application, medical appointments and Emirates ID process.
Family & renewals
Already planning ahead? Get guidance on permit renewals, visa renewals and family sponsorship eligibility.
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LIVE IN DUBAI.
BUILD YOUR FREELANCE CAREER.
BUILD YOUR FREELANCE CAREER.
YOUR APPLICATION, HANDLED WITH CARE
Get your permit.
Arrange your visa.
Know every step.
Practical support for your freelance permit
and UAE residency application.
Tell us what you do and your current visa status. Our Dubai team will review your options, explain the documents you need and coordinate your application through the relevant process.
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Know exactly what you are paying for
A written breakdown of the route, inclusions, government charges and our service fee.
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One consultant for your application
Document guidance, application coordination and updates from a consultant who knows your case.
FREELANCE VISA PACKAGES & PRICES
Choose your permit.
Add residency if you need it.
Compare permit-only, permit with residency, and agency-sponsored work permit options. Get your exact inclusions and total cost in writing.
Need a UAE visa? Start with the freelance permit and residency package.
ALREADY HAVE UAE RESIDENCY?START HERE ↗
Freelance
permit only
For professionals who already have a suitable UAE residency.
AED 5,500
Published package price
- Freelance permit guidance
- Activity and document review
- Application coordination
- Renewal guidance
Does not include a residence visa.
FREELANCE PERMIT + RESIDENCY VISASTART HERE ↗
Freelance permit
& residency
For professionals who need a freelance permit and UAE residency visa.
AED 11,800
Published package price
- Freelance permit and residency route
- Document and application guidance
- Medical and Emirates ID coordination
- Family sponsorship eligibility review
Exact inclusions confirmed in your quote.
AGENCY-SPONSORED EMPLOYMENT
Residency
& work permit
For applicants considering an agency-sponsored employment route.
AED 12,500
Published package price
- Residency and work permit route
- Licensed agency sponsorship
- Medical and Emirates ID coordination
- Document and renewal guidance
The agency employs and sponsors you. This is not a freelance permit in your name.
Your eligibility, activity and current visa status determine the available route. Final inclusions and fees are confirmed in your written quotation. Approval rests with the relevant authorities.
HOW TO APPLY
Your freelance visa.
Four clear steps.
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Check your eligibility
Tell us your nationality, current visa status and freelance activity so we can review your options.
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Confirm your package
Receive a written quotation with the package inclusions and fees. Choose the option that fits your situation.
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Submit your documents
Follow your personalised checklist. We review your documents and coordinate the application process.
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Complete the visa steps
Complete any required medical and Emirates ID appointments. We keep you updated through the authority decision.
FREELANCE VISA: YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Permits. Visas. Costs.
Clear answers.
Get answers about eligibility, documents, processing and package costs before you apply.
Is a freelance permit the same as a residence visa?
They serve different purposes. A freelance permit relates to the activity you can carry out; a residence visa relates to living in the UAE. We'll help you understand which documents your particular route requires.
Can I apply if I already live in the UAE?
Tell us your current visa type and the work you plan to do. A consultant can review whether a permit-only route is appropriate or whether your residency arrangements also need attention.
Can my family join me?
Family sponsorship depends on your circumstances and the applicable requirements. We can review your plans and explain the documents and separate costs before you proceed.
What documents should I prepare?
A passport copy, a recent photograph and any current UAE visa or Emirates ID are a useful starting point. Additional documents depend on your activity and route. Your consultant will provide a tailored checklist.
How long does the process take?
Timing depends on the route, document readiness, appointments and authority processing. We explain the expected stages for your case and update you as it moves forward.
Will I know the full price before I pay?
Yes. Ask for a written quotation with the package inclusions, government charges, Trivup's service fee and any items outside the quoted scope before you commit.
START YOUR FREELANCE VISA APPLICATION
Ready to live &
freelance in Dubai?
Get your eligibility checked and a written quote for your freelance permit and residency visa.
