What Is the Price of Dubai Labour Visa for 2 Years?

The cost of a 2-year company labour (employment) visa in Dubai varies depending on several factors — such as the type of company (mainland or free zone), your job category, qualification, and whether the employer or employee bears the expenses.

Generally, the average cost of a 2-year Dubai labour visa ranges between AED 3,000 and AED 7,500.

???? Average Visa Cost Breakdown

Component Estimated Cost (AED) Notes

Work Permit & Labour Approval 500 – 2,000 Paid to MOHRE (varies by company category)

Entry Permit (Employment) 500 – 1,000 Issued once job offer is approved

Medical Fitness Test 300 – 700 Mandatory; VIP options cost more

Emirates ID (2 Years) 400 – 600 Required for residency

Visa Stamping / Residency Permit 800 – 1,200 Final visa endorsement on passport

Health Insurance 500 – 1,000 Basic policy; higher for better coverage

???? Total Estimated Cost: AED 3,000 – 7,500

(Employers usually cover most or all of these fees under UAE labour law.)

⚙️ Factors Affecting Visa Cost

Company Type

Mainland companies: Standard processing through MOHRE.

Free zone companies: Slightly higher cost due to different administrative fees.

Employee Category

Skilled workers (degree holders) often have lower fees.

Unskilled labour may incur higher government charges.

Medical and Emirates ID Options

Choosing VIP medical services or urgent processing increases costs.

Insurance Coverage

A basic plan is mandatory, but many employers opt for higher-tier insurance.

Company’s Labour Category (A/B/C)

Companies with a higher ratio of skilled workers pay less in visa fees than lower-category firms.

???? Process Overview

Work Permit Approval – Employer applies via MOHRE.

Entry Permit Issuance – Employee can enter the UAE.

Medical & Emirates ID – Health check and biometric registration.

Residency Visa Stamping – Visa affixed to the passport and activated.

Processing typically takes 5–10 working days, depending on the speed of approvals and medical tests.

???? Important Notes

Employers are legally required to cover the cost of employment visas in most cases.

Employees should never pay recruitment or visa fees unless explicitly agreed in writing and approved by the authorities.

Renewal after 2 years costs roughly the same as the initial visa issuance."