Guides

The UAE property owner visa needs a fully owned, registered property plus AED 10,000 monthly income, no minimum value stated. Full ICP rules and fees.

UAE Blue Residency is a 10-year visa for environmental contributors, costing AED 1,200 total. Five eligibility tracks explained with full ICP requirements.

A UAE student visa costs AED 320 minimum and runs for the study programme length, plus 180 days afterward before residency needs resolving. Full ICP rules.

A UAE retirement visa needs 15 years of service or age 55, plus AED 1 million in property or deposit, or AED 240,000 annual income. Full ICP rules and fees.

A Dubai freelancer permit costs AED 7,520 through DDA, over five times Abu Dhabi's AED 1,425 equivalent. Full fee breakdown and requirements compared.

Sponsoring a UAE visit visa costs AED 300-400 plus a refundable guarantee. Income rules range from AED 4,000 for family to AED 15,000 for a friend.

Sponsoring a family member in the UAE costs AED 300 in base ICP fees per year, plus a minimum AED 3,000-4,000 monthly income. Full cost and eligibility rules.

Importing a pet into the UAE costs AED 200 plus a release fee. Full MOCCAE rules on banned breeds, vaccinations and the low-risk country list.

An Abu Dhabi freelancer licence costs AED 1,425 total, not the AED 530 figure still quoted online. Full TAMM fee breakdown, documents and process.

An RTA e-scooter permit in Dubai is free and takes about an hour online. Riding without one on designated streets carries a AED 200 fine. Full rules.

Dubai vehicle registration renewal costs AED 350 for a light vehicle, up to AED 1,000 for heavy vehicles. Full RTA fee table plus delivery costs.

Abu Dhabi residential parking permit costs AED 800 for a first vehicle, AED 1,200 for a second. Documents and process from TAMM, run by Q Mobility.