20/10/2022
UAE JOB SSEKERS VISA is now open for all applicants who want to work in UNITED ARAB EMIRATES(Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah). Allowing them to come to the UAE without the need to have a host or sponsor who issues the visa.
Who is eligible?
As per the cabinet announcement, the job exploration entry visa is aimed at attracting young talent and skilled professionals to explore job opportunities available in the UAE.
The visa will be granted to:
• Those classified in the first, second or third skill level as per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE).
• Fresh graduates of the top 500 universities in the world.
The minimum educational level of the applicant should be a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.
The jobseeker multi-entry visa is valid for a period of 60, 90 or 120 days from issue.
Document requirements for UAE’s jobseeker visa
1. Colored Photo (Required)
2. A copy of the passport of the beneficiary of the service (Required)
3. Qualification Certificate (Attested) (Required)
4. Qualification Certificate (Attested) (Required)
10. Copy of the traveling return ticket (Optional,RECOMMENDED)
11. Certified account statement (Optional, RECOMMENDED)
What are the different skill levels?
There are five skill levels, ranging from Skill Level 1 for highly skilled people to Skill Level 5 for the lower skilled. Different skill levels are assigned to different job positions and occupations.
According to the UAE’s official government – skill levels 1, 2 and 3 require attested educational certificates while jobs of skill levels 4 and 5 do not need attestation.
The professions under the Skill Level 1 include managers, engineers, safety officers, public relations officers, doctors, quantity surveyors and reservation officers. Skill level 2 includes mechanical and technical jobs.
Professions in Skill Level 3 include sales executive, sales representative, site supervisor, ticketing clerk, cashiers, receptionist, cash desk clerk, sales supervisor, store keeper, tourist guide and others.
Skill Levels 4 and 5 include general labourers, house keepers, office boys, helpers, cleaners, construction laborers, loading and unloading workers and other positions.