The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development in the United Arab Emirates announced the granting of a virtual license to non-resident investors in the uae, enabling them to obtain an economic license that allows them to practice their business in Abu Dhabi, before starting to complete residency procedures. Through the virtual work license, they can also practice business outside The UAE.
Obtaining a license to work within 13 sectors in the uae
The virtual work license in the UAE also allows self-employed residents to obtain a work license within 13 sectors in the uae.
Through this decision, the UAE aims to attract more foreign direct investments to the labor market in the UAE. It is possible to apply for a license and own it 100% as a one-person company or a limited liability company.
Sectors available for work for the virtual license in the uae
- Agriculture
- Industry
- Rental services
- Maintenance and installation
- Repair
- Contracting works
- Wholesale trade activities
- Import and Export
- Retail
- Management and support services
- Organizing health and entertainment events
- Transportation activities
- Services
How to apply for a virtual license to work in the uae
It is possible to apply for a virtual license to work in the uae by registering with a digital ID. Limited capabilities are granted to obtain services, and they are documented through email and mobile phone number.
With the submission of the required documents, which include (passport, personal photo, and the company’s articles of incorporation), after which a notification of acceptance or rejection will arrive, and you can then pay the prescribed fee, which is $20, the value of issuing the license and documenting the articles of incorporation, after which you can receive the virtual economic license.
