United Arab Emirates Digital Nomad Visa

United Arab Emirates
CapitalAbu Dhabi
TimezoneUTC+04:00 (GST)
CurrencyUAE dirham (AED)
LanguagesEmirati Arabic, English

United Arab Emirates Digital Nomad Visa

The Dubai Digital Nomad Visa, also known as the “Work Remotely from Dubai” program, allows remote workers and their families to live in Dubai while continuing to serve overseas employers.

A major advantage of this program is that Dubai does not have any income tax, as well as no capital gain tax. That means if you're making $5,000 a month, you will pay 0% taxes, and take home $5,000.

Requirements

The requirements for the Dubai Digital Nomad Visa are as follows:

  1. Employment: You must work remotely for a company, own a business, or freelance for clients located outside of the UAE.
  2. Income: You must meet a minimum income requirement of $3,500 per month.
  3. Passport: You need a valid passport.
  4. Proof of Employment or Business Ownership: You need to provide proof of employment or business ownership.
  5. Health Insurance: You must have health insurance coverage in the UAE.

Please note that while on this visa, you may not search for employment within the UAE. Also, you must not leave the country for more than six months at a time.

Application process

The application process for the Dubai Digital Nomad Visa is as follows:

  1. Online Application: You can apply online or at an accredited typing center.
  2. Documents Submission: Submit the required documents, which include a valid passport, proof of employment or business ownership, and health insurance coverage in the UAE.
  3. Review: Your application will be reviewed by the relevant authorities.
  4. Approval: If your application is approved, you will receive your digital nomad visa.

Please note that the processing time can vary, and there may be additional steps or requirements based on your specific situation. It’s always a good idea to check the official website or contact the relevant authorities for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Taxes

As a holder of the Dubai Digital Nomad Visa, you will be considered a tax resident in the UAE. However, the income tax in the UAE is 0%, so you will not pay an income tax. This means that while you live and work in Dubai or anywhere else in the UAE, you are not required to pay income tax, local taxes, capital gain tax, or withholding tax.

More information about United Arab Emirates

Population9,282,410
Population density121/km²
Monthly cost of livingUS$ 1,576
Cost of living index60.7
Rent index46.8
English Proficiency Index-
Broadband speed (Mbps)235.72
Mobile speed (Mbps)269.41

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