In the United Arab Emirates, is it necessary for individuals holding the Golden Visa to modify their residency status when transitioning employment?
Golden Visa Holders in UAE: A Comprehensive Guide to Employment
In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Golden Visa holders enjoy certain exemptions when it comes to employment regulations. Here's a breakdown of the key points regarding their employment rights and the work permit application process.
Employment Rights
Golden Visa holders in the UAE are permitted to take up employment, a privilege not extended to all foreign nationals. They are exempt from the usual restriction that prevents employees from obtaining a new work permit after the termination of an employment contract during the probationary period.
Work Permit Application
Even though a Golden Visa holder is self-sponsored, their new employer must still apply for a work permit. The employer is responsible for initiating the work permit and residency visa process for the employee.
The required documents for a work permit through the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) for a UAE golden residency visa holder include: a passport copy valid for at least six months with a copy of a valid residency (Golden) visa, a clear coloured photo with a white background, an approved employment contract issued by the Ministry, academic certificates attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and a professional license issued by the competent authority (depending on the profession).
Additional documents commonly include the company's trade license, company incorporation documents, and necessary application forms submitted via the UAE e-channel portal or other official government platforms.
Work Permit Exemptions
Golden Visa holders are not subject to the provisions of Clauses (4) and (6) of Article (9) of the Employment Law regarding work permit granting. This exemption is confirmed in Article 11(3) of Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022.
However, the specific rules for exempting some employees from granting a work permit are not detailed in the provided context.
Academic Certificates and Professional Licenses
The academic certificates required are based on skill levels: Bachelor's Degree or higher for skill levels (1 & 2), Diploma graduate or higher for skill level (3 & 4), and High school certificate for skill level (5). State-issued certificates are excluded.
The professional license is specific to the profession, such as a doctor, nurse, teacher, fitness trainer, advocate, etc., and the issuing authority varies depending on the profession (e.g., Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports Authority, Ministry of Justice).
Transitioning Jobs
When moving to a new job, the employee's current residency visa does not need to be changed. The prospective employer applies for a new work permit once the current employer cancels the existing one, after the employee signs the employment contract.
In summary, Golden Visa holders in the UAE have unique employment rights and a streamlined work permit application process, making it easier for them to take up employment in the country.
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