A British team. Based in the UAE.

Your next chapter.
In the UAE.

Company Formation. Freelance Visas.
Accounts & bookkeeping.
A British team based in the UAE, helping you move forward.

Company Formation Freelance Visas
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Company Formation

Your business.
Built for what’s next.

From your first idea to your next venture, explore the right foundation for your UAE business with a British team based here.

A foundation that fits your plans.

01

Explore your setup options

Talk through Mainland, Free Zone and Offshore company formation in the context of your business plans.

02

Licensing & documentation

Get support with trade licensing, company documentation and the practical steps involved.

03

Get ready to operate

Connect your setup plans with banking support and ongoing accounts and bookkeeping.

Discuss Company Formation

Your setup route and requirements depend on your business activity and circumstances.

Freelance Visa Dubai

One package.
A clearer start.

Your two-year Freelance Visa package, with the essentials and practical support in one place.

Two-year Freelance Visa
AED 14,000

For a two-year visa

We work solely with
government-approved agencies.

Discuss this visa package

A British team based in the UAE, here to explain your next steps.

Benefits of your Freelance Visa package

  • Residence Visa
  • Emirates ID
  • Work Permit
  • Invoicing Support
  • Unlimited NOCs
  • UAE Medical Insurance
  • Community Support Channels
  • Meeting Room Space
  • Unlimited Salary Certificates
  • Option to Sponsor Your Family

Visa issuance and family sponsorship are subject to eligibility and the relevant approvals. Ask our team to confirm the full package scope and any additional charges before proceeding.

Before you beginFreelance Visa document checklist

Please prepare the following documents for your application.

For every application

  • Passport copy with at least 6 months’ validity
  • Studio photograph with a white background

If applicable

  • Tourist visa
  • Entry stamp
  • Attested degree

For existing UAE residents

  • Cancellation paper
  • Emirates ID
  • Residence visa copy
What happens nextFreelance Visa process & estimated timings

Each stage follows the relevant application steps and government processing. The timings below are estimates for this visa package.

  1. 01

    MOHRE offer letter

    MOL / Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation offer letter.

    24 hours from initiation
  2. 02

    E-visa & change of status

    This estimate excludes Fridays and Saturdays.

    5–7 working days
  3. 03

    Medical, Tawjeeh & Emirates ID applications

    Medical application and Emirates ID application, with Tawjeeh mandatory for skill levels 4 & 5 as part of this process.

    48 business hours
  4. 04

    Medical results

    Await the medical examination result.

    48 business hours
  5. 05

    E-residency

    Electronic residency processing.

    Subject to processing
  6. 06

    Emirates ID release

    Release timing depends on the identity authority (ICA).

    Authority-dependent

These are estimated stage timings, not a guaranteed completion date. Government approval and processing times may vary at each stage. Our team will confirm the current requirements and timing conventions when your application begins.

How it works

Three steps.
A team beside you.

01

Let’s talk

Tell us about your business or freelance plans, whether you’re moving to the UAE or already here.

02

Get a clear plan

Understand the relevant options, documents and next steps for your circumstances.

03

Move forward

Get guidance through the application steps and practical support along the way.

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Accounts & bookkeeping

More time for your work.
Less time in the books.

Bookkeeping, financial records and accounts preparation—so you can give your freelance work more attention.

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Other ways we can help

More ways we can help.

Other visas, banking, government services and EOR support are here when you need them.

01

Visas & immigration

Your move, with the details taken care of.
Guidance and application support for employment, investor and dependent visas.
Discuss visas & immigration ↗
02

Government & legal services

Local processes. Clear guidance.
Help with PRO services, notarization and legal documentation.
Discuss government & legal services ↗
03

Banking support

Get your finances ready for what’s next.
Support for corporate and personal bank account opening, including compliance guidance.
Discuss banking support ↗
04

EOR services for USA clients

Support for your team in the UAE.
Employer of Record (EOR) services for USA-based clients looking to employ team members in the UAE. Talk to us about your hiring plans and the support your business needs.
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The person behind Relate

Meet the founder.

A British team based in the UAE.
Get to know the person behind Relate.

Adam Thornhill

Adam Thornhill

Founder · Relate Consultancies

Adam is the founder of Relate Consultancies, a British team based in the UAE supporting Company Formation, Freelance Visas and accounts and bookkeeping.

Discover more about Adam, his interests and his story on his personal website.

More about Adam
Your next chapter starts here

Ready for your
next chapter?

Starting a company, exploring a Freelance Visa or getting your accounts in order?
Let’s talk through your plans. Your first consultation is on us.

Book a free consultation ↗