Remote Work Visa (Dubai Virtual Working Programme) (تأشيرة العمل عن بعد)
Remote Work Visa (Dubai Virtual Working Programme) is a residence route in United Arab Emirates (الرحّالة الرقمي). Employee of non-UAE employer (≥1-yr contract) earning ≥USD 3,500/month, or owner of foreign company (≥1 yr; some sources USD 5,000/month). Since Jan 2026 six months' bank statements required. UAE health insurance. Fee approx AED 1,500/person (cut April 2026, unverified).
Digital nomad visas and tax residency →Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 33'600. Spouse and children can usually be included.
How holders are taxed
No personal income tax; may become UAE tax resident (183 days) – check home-country exit rules.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| الفئة | الرحّالة الرقمي |
|---|---|
| الاستثمار | — |
| الرسوم (الأسرة) | CHF 1'000 |
| الدخل / سنة | CHF 33'600 |
| الأصول | — |
| الحد الأدنى للإقامة | — |
| إقامة دائمة | — |
| الجنسية | — |
| العمل | remoteOnly |
| الأهلية | all |
| الضريبة | No personal income tax; may become UAE tax resident (183 days) – check home-country exit rules. |
| بتاريخ | 2026-10 |
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