United Arab Emirates

Immigration services in the UAE. Move people into the Emirates with confidence.

Employment visas, work permits, Golden Visa, family residency, Emirates ID and renewals — handled by in-country experts in Dubai and Abu Dhabi with full case visibility.

Immigration

The UAE's mainland and free-zone systems each have their own employer registrations, quotas and timelines. xpath.global pairs local immigration counsel with our case management platform so HR teams can sponsor employees compliantly across both regimes.

Employment visas & work permits

MOHRE work permits, entry permits and residence visas for mainland and free-zone employers.

Golden Visa

10-year Golden Visa eligibility checks and applications for skilled employees and qualifying investors.

Family residency & Emirates ID

Spouse and dependant residence visas, Emirates ID issuance and Tawjeeh / Tasheel formalities.

Renewals & off-boarding

Visa cancellations, status changes and renewal calendar — managed proactively.

How it works
Step 01
Sponsor & route check

We confirm the right entity (mainland vs free-zone) and the correct visa category.

Step 02
Documentation

Attestations, medical, biometrics scheduling and supporting documents collected.

Step 03
Filing & issuance

Entry permit, status change, residence visa and Emirates ID issuance.

Step 04
Renewals & exits

Renewal calendar, family permits, cancellations and clean off-boarding.

Why xpath.global

Built for HR and mobility teams.

  • Mainland and free-zone expertise
  • MOHRE, GDRFA and ICP coordination
  • Family permits in parallel
  • Golden Visa eligibility assessment
  • Live case visibility for HR
  • Bundled relocation in Dubai & Abu Dhabi
FAQ

Common questions.

Mainland vs free-zone — which is right?+

It depends on the entity, the role, and your group structure. We assess upfront so the sponsorship is set up correctly.

Can you handle Golden Visa applications?+

Yes — we run eligibility assessments and manage the application end to end.

Do you cover both Dubai and Abu Dhabi?+

Yes, plus other Emirates. Local processes vary — we map the right approach for each location.

Ready to plan this with us?

Talk to our mobility specialists about your programme.