Want to explore business opportunities in the UAE? ICP welcomes investors, entrepreneurs, specialized talents and professional investors to apply for UAE’s Business Opportunities Visa
This special visa allows individuals to assess investment prospects in the UAE without a local sponsor. Depending on eligibility, it offers single-entry or multiple-entry stays.
What is the UAE Business Opportunities Visa?
Originally introduced in 2022 as part of the UAE’s visa reforms, the Business Opportunities Visa is more flexible with options for different durations to fit various business requirements. Applicants can choose from:
- 60-day validity
- 90-day validity
- 120-day validity
It allows foreign investors to come to the UAE to assess market potential and see business setups before they decide to invest or commit to a long-term residency.
How to Apply for the Business Opportunities Visa
These visas are issued in Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain. You can also apply online through the ICP Smart Services Portal or by visiting registered typing centers across the UAE.
Required Documents
To apply, you will need the following:
- Valid passport copy
- Proof of address (rental contract or hotel reservation)
- Recent passport-sized photo
- Certified bank statement
- Health insurance coverage
- Attested qualification certificate
- Return ticket
Additional documents may be required based on the application details.
Visa Fees Breakdown
60-Day Visa
Total Cost: Dh1,555
- Request Fee: Dh100
- Issue Fee: Dh200
- Security Deposit: Dh1,025
- E-Services Fee: Dh28
- ICP Fee: Dh22
- Smart Services Fee: Dh100
- Visa Insurance: Dh80
90-Day Visa
Total Cost: Dh1,675
- Request Fee: Dh100
- Issue Fee: Dh300
- Security Deposit: Dh1,025
- E-Services Fee: Dh28
- ICP Fee: Dh22
- Smart Services Fee: Dh100
- Visa Insurance: Dh100
120-Day Visa
Total Cost: Dh1,795
- Request Fee: Dh100
- Issue Fee: Dh400
- Security Deposit: Dh1,025
- E-Services Fee: Dh28
- ICP Fee: Dh22
- Smart Services Fee: Dh100
- Visa Insurance: Dh120
Step-by-Step Application Process
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Go to the ICP Smart Services Portal.
- Select ‘Public Services’.
- Choose ‘Exploring Business Opportunities’
- Select your visa type:
- 60-Day Visa – Search for Investment Opportunities
- 90-Day Visa – Search for Investment Opportunities
- 120-Day Visa – Search for Investment Opportunities
- Fill in the application form, including:
- Applicant details (name, email, mobile number)
- Passport and identification information
- Personal and family details
- UAE and international address
- Upload required documents
- Review the application and make the payment
- Receive a reference number to track your application
Important Notes
Refund Policy
- There will be no refunds other than the application fee, health insurance fee, and security deposit in case the application is rejected.
- Refund information will be noted on the financial receipt.
Application Validity
- No applications will be cancelled automatically unless the mandatory documents are not submitted in 30 days.
- If an application is returned three times owing to missing documents, it will be refused.
UAE Business Opportunities Visa is a fantastic option for investors and entrepreneurs who seek to analyze the UAE before investing for the long term. Offering flexible stay options and no requirement for a local sponsor, this visa streamlines the process of evaluating business opportunities in one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.
