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United Arab Emirates Virtual Working Programme: Application Process

Step by step through the United Arab Emirates Virtual Working Programme application, from first document to approval.

Verified Aug 2026 · UAE's GDRFA/ICP virtual work visa rules, including the January 2026 documentation update
  1. Apply online through the UAE's official Virtual Working Programme portal.
  2. Submit employment/business documentation, income proof, and insurance.
  3. Processing commonly takes 5-7 business days for a complete application. One real, recent change worth knowing: as of a January 2026 procedural update, applicants must document income across 6 consecutive months of bank statements, not the 3 months previously required — if a guide anywhere still says 3 months, it's out of date.
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