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Job Seeker Visa

Want to find your next job in the UAE? The job seeker visa lets you enter without a sponsor and look for work on the ground. We check your eligibility and prepare your application online, so you can focus on interviews.

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Who it's for

  • Skilled professionals who want to look for work in the UAE
  • Recent graduates of top-ranked universities
  • People who want to attend interviews in person

Eligibility

  • Single entry, valid for 60, 90 or 120 days
  • No sponsor or host is needed in the UAE
  • Classed in MOHRE skill level 1, 2 or 3, and/or
  • A graduate of a top 500 world university within the last 2 years
  • A financial guarantee, as set by the authorities
  • A passport valid for at least 6 months

Documents checklist

Last checked · 29 October 2026
  1. 1Passport copy (valid 6+ months)
  2. 2Passport-size photo (white background)
  3. 3Degree certificateAttestation may be needed; we tell you if so.
  4. 4CV or proof of work experience
  5. 5Recent bank statement
  6. 6Health insurance valid in the UAE
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Your route

  1. 1

    Eligibility check

    Send your degree and experience details on WhatsApp. We check your skill level or university ranking first.

  2. 2

    Documents

    Upload your passport, photo and papers online. We tell you clearly if anything is missing.

  3. 3

    Typing

    We type your application online for the duration you choose. You check and confirm it on WhatsApp.

  4. 4

    Submission & approval

    The application is submitted online to the authorities. We track it and update you on WhatsApp.

  5. 5

    Delivered

    Once approved, your e-visa is sent to you on WhatsApp. Print it or keep it on your phone for travel.

Government fees (estimate)

≈ Estimated
  • Job seeker visa — 60 daysEstimated government fee, plus 5% VAT. Fees can change.AED 200
  • Job seeker visa — 90 daysEstimated government fee, plus 5% VAT. Fees can change.AED 300
  • Job seeker visa — 120 daysEstimated government fee, plus 5% VAT. Fees can change.AED 400
  • Financial guarantee and health insuranceVaries — confirmed before you payVaries
  • Roam Routes service feeConfirmed on WhatsApp

Government fees are set by UAE authorities and can change. Figures shown are estimates. Estimate the cost

FAQs

Who can get a job seeker visa in the UAE?

Usually people in MOHRE skill levels 1–3, or recent graduates of top 500 universities. We check your case before you apply.

Can I work on a job seeker visa?

No. It lets you look for work. Once you get a job offer, your employer applies for a work permit and residence visa.

Can I extend it?

Rules on extension can change. Message us on WhatsApp before your visa ends, and we will check the options for you.

Is approval guaranteed?

No. Approval is decided by UAE authorities. We help you submit a complete, accurate application.

What does it cost?

Estimated government fees are AED 200, 300 or 400 plus VAT, by duration. Our service fee is confirmed on WhatsApp before you pay.

Official sources

Last updated: 2026-10-29. Roam Routes is a private service provider, not a government entity. Approval decisions are made by the UAE authorities.

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