United Arab Emirates Diplomatic / Official Visa

Category: Diplomatic / Official Visa

Overview: Visa for foreign diplomats, consular officers, and official government representatives, along with their dependants, assigned to official duties in the UAE. Facilitates diplomatic missions and official engagements.

Eligibility: Requires a diplomatic or special passport, or an official nomination from a foreign government or international organization for an official posting in the UAE. Issued to accredited officials.

Processing Time: ~5 days

Visa Duration: 60 months

Renewable: Yes

Work Authorisation: Not permitted

Remote Work Allowed: No

Dependants Allowed: No

Path to Residency: Yes

Path to Citizenship: No

Sponsor Required: No

Official Government Page: https://www.mofaic.gov.ae/en

Summary: This visa facilitates official missions for foreign diplomats and government representatives in the UAE. Key eligibility includes official nomination and holding a diplomatic passport, granting temporary residence for the duration of duty.

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