The UAE government has rolled out a new jobseeker visit visa, enabling foreigners to enter the country specifically to search for employment without requiring a sponsor. This initiative aims to enhance job accessibility for international candidates.
Jobseekers can effortlessly register at no cost on any of the seven official government job portals, making the process more straightforward.
These platforms list job opportunities across various emirates, such as Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah, at both federal and local government levels.
Details of the jobseeker visit visa
The visa comes in three different durations: 60, 90, or 120 days, providing applicants with flexibility based on their anticipated job search length. Each visa permits a single entry into the UAE.
Once in the country, or even prior to arrival, individuals can register freely on any of the seven designated government portals.
While certain platforms may offer optional paid services, the fundamental registration and job search functionalities remain free of charge.
An essential aspect highlighted by the UAE government is that applicants will not owe any commission to recruiting companies or the job portals if they secure a position through these platforms.
This safeguarding measure protects jobseekers from potential exploitation during what can already be a challenging financial period.
List of UAE job portals
The seven official job portals include:
- Federal Government Job Portal, managed by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources.
- Abu Dhabi Government Job Portal.
- Dubai Careers, the job portal of the Dubai Government.
- Job Seekers Services in Sharjah.
- Government of Ajman jobs listed under the Kawader platform.
- RAK Jobs, which covers Ras Al Khaimah.
- Fujairah Government Jobs.
This comprehensive array of portals allows applicants to focus on specific emirates where they wish to work rather than navigating a single national listing.
For many Africans considering opportunities in the Gulf region, this government-backed initiative significantly reduces the barriers often associated with international job searches, facilitating the journey towards securing sustainable employment.
