Jess88

If i travel to Dubai on a normal 30day visa...can i apply for my work visa whilst in the country or do i have to leave, apply and re-enter? Thanks

lionheart

Yes, so long as you find a company to sponsor you.

Jess88

Thanks...yes i have a job out there already but the company is taking its time with the visa and flights etc...i just wondered if i could go out there and have a couple weeks holiday until i start without having to re-enter the country with my work visa.

Dubai GRO

of course you can. your company needs to apply for "Taadeel wadh" arabic for "legal status amendment" after you've been granted employment permit. costs AED 650 approx paid by the company.
welcome to UAE

Jess88

Thankyou for you're help! Nice to have someone give a straight answer!

NaimTakieddin

yes, in DUBAI the process would be very flexible at this time of the year compared with other GCC but REMEMBER to bring with you your complete portfolio.

best of luck

NT