UAE Visa from Thailand
Employment residence via MOHRE, self-sponsored Golden Visa (10-year) and Green Visa (5-year), freelance permits, and family sponsorship — plus Emirates ID and post-arrival medical & biometrics.
Quick Answer
Tourists: visa on arrival 30 days. Work: employer-filed entry permit (2–3 yr). Golden Visa: AED 2M property or AED 30k salary. Our service THB 8,500–65,000.
Categories
| Category | Who | Validity | Fee (approx) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visa on arrival | Thai tourists ≤ 30d + 30d ext | 60 d total | Free / AED 300 ext |
| Employment Residence | Employer sponsor + MOHRE | 2–3 yr renewable | AED 2,000–5,000 all-in |
| Golden Visa (property) | Investor AED 2M+ property | 10 yr self-sponsored | AED 2,800+ |
| Golden Visa (talent) | Salary AED 30k+ / bachelor + 5yr | 10 yr self-sponsored | AED 3,800+ |
| Green Visa | Freelance AED 15k+/mo or skilled | 5 yr self-sponsored | AED 2,300+ |
| Family sponsorship | Sponsor salary AED 4–20k+/mo | Tied to sponsor | AED 100–500 per member |
Post-arrival compliance
- Medical fitness test at DHA (Dubai) or DoH (Abu Dhabi) — HIV, TB, syphilis, Hep-B/C. Fee AED 320. Reactive result → cancellation & deportation.
- Emirates ID biometrics at ICP centres — fingerprints, facial scan. ID card mailed in 5–7 days.
- Labour contract signed at MOHRE (Mainland) or Free-Zone Authority — bilingual Arabic/English.
- Residence stamp in passport — visa activation. Absence > 6 months voids residence unless re-entry permit obtained.
FAQ
- Do Thai passport holders need a visa for the UAE?
- Yes — Thai passport holders receive visa on arrival for 30 days (extendable +30) for tourism. For work, residency, family reunion, freelance, Golden Visa or property investor visa, apply through the sponsoring employer / free-zone / ICP portal before or after entry.
- Employment (residence) visa — process?
- Employer files Entry Permit (pink permit) via MOHRE + ICP → arrival in UAE within 60 days → medical fitness test (DHA/DoH) + Emirates ID biometrics → labour contract signed → residence stamped in passport. Total ~ 15–25 working days. Visa validity 2 yr (Mainland) or 2–3 yr (Free Zone).
- Golden Visa — who qualifies?
- 10-year renewable residence with no employer sponsor, no need for annual visit. Categories: (1) Investor AED 2M in property or business, (2) Skilled Professional salary ≥ AED 30k/mo with bachelor + 5yr exp, (3) Outstanding Student, (4) Entrepreneur (approved project ≥ AED 500k), (5) Talent (culture/science/arts). Includes spouse + kids + domestic staff.
- Freelance / Green Visa?
- Green Visa (2019+): 5-year self-sponsored residence for freelancers (permit from MOHRE + monthly income ≥ AED 15k), skilled employees (salary ≥ AED 15k + bachelor), and investors. Freelancer permit issued by TECOM/Dubai Media City/twofour54 in Abu Dhabi.
- Timeline & cost?
- Tourist e-Visa (30d): AED 300–400, 3–4 wd. Employment Entry Permit: AED 1,100 + medical AED 320 + Emirates ID AED 370 + residence stamp AED 500. Golden Visa: AED 2,800–3,800 + property valuation. Our service THB 8,500 (tourist) to THB 65,000 (Golden Visa with property/investment dossier).
- Family sponsorship — salary threshold?
- Male sponsor must earn ≥ AED 4,000/mo (+ housing) or AED 5,000 all-in to sponsor spouse/children. Female sponsor must earn ≥ AED 10,000/mo + be in approved profession (doctor, engineer, teacher, nurse) unless special approval. Parents: AED 20,000/mo + medical insurance ≥ AED 3M coverage.
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