Category: Religious / Missionary Visa
Overview: Enables foreign religious workers, missionaries, and clergy to reside and perform duties for approved religious institutions in the UAE under sponsorship.
Eligibility: Requires sponsorship by a recognized religious institution in the UAE, a valid passport, and meeting general health and conduct requirements.
Processing Time: ~20 days
Visa Duration: 24 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://icp.gov.ae/en/
Summary: The UAE Religious Visa allows sponsored foreign religious workers to reside and perform duties. Key eligibility includes institutional sponsorship. It grants temporary residency to support religious services.