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Visas
Residence Visa (New, Renewal, Cancellation)
Your residence visa is your key to living and working in the UAE. We help with new visas, renewals and cancellations, all online. We prepare the applications, book your medical and Emirates ID, and remind you of key dates.
Who it's for
- New employees whose employer is sponsoring their visa
- Residents whose visa is close to expiry and needs renewal
- Employers and HR teams handling staff visas
- Residents leaving a job or the UAE who need a cancellation
Eligibility
- A valid sponsor, usually your employer, for work residence
- A passport valid for at least 6 months
- After entry, residence is usually completed within about 1 month (the entry permit is valid 2 months)
- Passing the medical fitness test, including TB screening
- Valid health insurance as required by your emirate
- For cancellation: dues settled, and family members cancelled or transferred first
Documents checklist
Last checked · 29 October 2026- 1Passport copy (valid 6+ months)
- 2Passport-size photo (white background)
- 3Entry permit or current residence visa copy
- 4Emirates ID (for renewals and cancellations)
- 5Employment contract or offer letterYour employer usually provides this.
- 6Health insurance certificate
- 7Attested degree certificate, if your job title needs it
- 8Cancellation form signed by the sponsor (for cancellations)
Your route
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Documents
Tell us if it is new, renewal or cancellation, then send your papers on WhatsApp or upload them. We check everything first.
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Typing
We type your immigration and labour applications online. You review and approve them on WhatsApp.
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Medical & biometrics
We book your medical test and Emirates ID biometrics online and send you the times. You attend only these short appointments.
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Approval
The authorities review your file online. We track it and update you on WhatsApp.
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Delivered
Your e-visa or cancellation is sent to you on WhatsApp. Your Emirates ID is delivered to your address — no office visit.
Government fees (estimate)
≈ Estimated- Residence visa issue or renewalVaries — confirmed before you payVaries
- Medical test and Emirates IDVaries — confirmed before you payVaries
- Overstay fine (per day)Estimate. Applies only if you stay after your visa or grace period ends.AED 50
- Roam Routes service feeConfirmed on WhatsApp
Government fees are set by UAE authorities and can change. Figures shown are estimates. Estimate the cost
FAQs
When should I start my residence visa renewal in the UAE?
It is best to start a few weeks before expiry. This gives time for the medical test and avoids overstay fines.
How long can I stay after my visa is cancelled?
A grace period applies. Its length depends on your visa category, so we confirm the exact period for your case.
Can you help if my employer handles my visa?
Yes. We often work with HR teams to prepare and type applications. We can also help with family visas linked to yours.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. UAE authorities decide every application. We are a private service provider, and we help make your file complete and accurate.
How much does it cost?
Government fees depend on your visa type and emirate. Our service fee is confirmed on WhatsApp before you pay.
Official sources
- ICP — Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security
- u.ae — Residence Visa for Working in the UAE
- MOHRE — Cancellation of Work Permits and Employment Contracts
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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