Ajman Employment Visa
Process your Ajman employment visa end-to-end — labour quota approval, work permit, medical fitness, Emirates ID, and residence visa stamping in 7 to 10 working days.
Description
An Ajman Employment Visa is the UAE residence visa issued to expatriate employees sponsored by an Ajman-licensed company. It allows the holder to live and work legally in the UAE for the sponsoring employer, open UAE bank accounts, sponsor eligible family members, and travel in and out of the country freely. The visa is typically valid for 2 years and is renewable as long as the employment relationship and sponsoring company remain active.
The Ajman employment visa process covers labour quota application, work permit issuance, entry permit, in-country status change (if applicable), medical fitness test, Emirates ID biometrics, and final visa stamping in the passport. The complete cycle is typically 7 to 10 working days from labour quota approval to passport stamping. Each visa is linked to the employer's Establishment Card and is subject to MOHRE (Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation) compliance for mainland employers, or to the relevant free zone's labour rules for free zone employers.
Octavon Global Advisory is headquartered in Ajman Free Zone and handles employment visa processing for both Ajman Mainland (Ajman DED) and Ajman free zone employers (AFZ, AMCFZ, ANCFZ). Our PRO team manages labour quota, work permit, medical fitness arrangement, Emirates ID biometrics, and residence visa stamping. We also coordinate visa cancellation, transfer, and renewal as part of an ongoing PRO retainer service.
What's Included
- Labour Quota Application (if required)
- MOHRE Work Permit (Mainland) or Free Zone Work Permit
- Entry Permit Issuance
- In-Country Status Change (if applicable)
- Medical Fitness Test Arrangement
- Emirates ID Application and Biometrics
- Residence Visa Stamping in Passport
- 2-Year Visa Validity (renewable)
- Eligibility for Family Sponsorship (subject to salary threshold)
- End-to-End PRO Coordination
- MOHRE Employment Contract Drafting Support
- Visa Renewal Reminder Service
Requirements / Prerequisites
- Sponsoring company must be licensed in Ajman (Mainland or Free Zone)
- Active Establishment Card and labour quota slot required
- Applicant must hold a valid employment offer from the sponsoring company
- Salary must meet minimum thresholds for family sponsorship (if applicable)
- Applicant must pass UAE medical fitness test
- NOC from current sponsor if applicant is currently on a UAE residence visa
- Attested educational certificates required for skilled positions
Required Documents
- Employee Passport Copy (6+ months validity)
- Passport-sized Photograph (white background)
- Sponsoring Company Trade License Copy
- Sponsoring Company Establishment Card
- Sponsoring Company Memorandum of Association
- Employment Offer Letter
- Signed MOHRE Employment Contract
- Attested Educational Certificates (for skilled positions)
- NOC from Current Sponsor (if applicable)
- Medical Fitness Test Receipt
Our Process
- Confirm Establishment Card and labour quota availability with the sponsor
- Submit employee documents and work permit application
- Receive work permit and entry permit approval
- Employee arrives in UAE on entry permit, or in-country status change if already in UAE
- Complete medical fitness test at an approved UAE health centre
- Submit Emirates ID biometrics
- Stamp employment residence visa in passport
- Receive Emirates ID card
- Begin employment legally
Pricing
- Basic Fee: AED 3,500
- Service Fee: AED 1,500
- VAT (5%): AED 250
- Total: AED 5,250
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can sponsor an Ajman Employment Visa?
Any company licensed in Ajman with an active Establishment Card and an available labour quota can sponsor employee visas. This includes Ajman Free Zone, Ajman Media City Free Zone, ANCFZ, and Ajman DED mainland companies.
How long is the Ajman Employment Visa valid?
Employment visas are typically valid for 2 years and are renewable as long as the employment relationship and company license remain active.
Can my employer apply for the visa while I am outside the UAE?
Yes. The entry permit can be issued before arrival, and the residence visa is stamped after you enter the UAE and complete the medical fitness and Emirates ID processes.
Can I sponsor my family on an Ajman Employment Visa?
Yes, subject to minimum salary thresholds set by UAE immigration. Standard requirements include a minimum salary of approximately AED 4,000 to 10,000 per month depending on the dependent type and whether accommodation is provided.
How long does the employment visa process take?
The complete process — work permit, entry permit, medical, Emirates ID, and stamping — typically takes 7 to 10 working days once the labour quota and entry permit are in place.
What happens to my visa if I leave the company?
The employment visa is linked to the sponsoring company. Upon termination or resignation, the visa must be cancelled within the grace period, and you must either transfer to a new sponsor, change status, or leave the UAE.
Do I need attested educational certificates for an Ajman Employment Visa?
Attested educational certificates are required for skilled occupations such as engineers, doctors, and accountants, and recommended for managerial roles. General labour and unskilled positions usually do not require attestation.