Residency visa support for company owners, shareholders and business partners.
Overview
Company owners and partners can apply for a residence visa linked to their UAE company. SUKOON prepares the file and manages the process from entry permit to Emirates ID.
Eligibility
Applicant must hold shares in a licensed UAE company.
Required Documents
Passport copy, photo, share certificate or MOA, license copy.
Process
Entry permit; medical test; Emirates ID typing; visa stamping.
Approximate processing time:
Approximately 1–2 weeks after license issuance
Subject to applicable UAE regulations and authority approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
Timelines vary by structure and completeness of documentation. Free zone and mainland licenses are typically issued within 3–7 working days once all required documents are submitted.
A mainland license allows direct trading anywhere in the UAE, while a free zone license operates within a specific free zone framework with its own regulations. SUKOON can help you compare both against your business activity.
Yes. Most business activities allow 100% foreign ownership in both mainland and free zone structures, subject to applicable UAE regulations.
In most cases, company owners and eligible employees can apply for a UAE residence visa linked to the company license, subject to authority approval.
Yes. SUKOON helps prepare your documentation and introduces you to suitable banking partners. Account opening is subject to the bank's own approval process.
