UAE residency & business setup, made clear
Your UAE move, mapped around you.
A personalised plan, expert guidance and a clear view of what comes next. From your first question to finding your feet in the UAE.
Start with your story
There isn't one way to make a move.
Tell us where you are now. We'll help you make sense of the possibilities, without asking you to know every answer yet.
Start a business
From your first licence decision to a more settled operation.
Move as an employee
Understand the steps around employer-sponsored residency.
Freelance in the UAE
Explore independent working and residency possibilities.
Invest or retire
Review the pathways that may fit your next chapter.
Move with family
Plan the practical details for the people coming with you.
The journey
A path you can actually follow.
Five clear stages, from discovering what fits to managing the practicalities of life and work in the UAE. Every case is different; your plan adjusts with it.
01DiscoverUnderstand your goals, context and possible routes.
Typical actionsShare your goals, current location and priorities.
What you'll haveAn initial pathway recommendation
02PlanDefine a tailored scope, estimate and working timeline.
Typical actionsReview assumptions, fees and your preferred support.
What you'll haveA proposed plan to review
03PrepareGather documents and navigate required appointments.
Typical actionsProvide requested evidence and review next steps.
What you'll haveA ready-to-submit checklist
04EstablishWork through licensing and residency milestones.
Typical actionsTrack authority decisions and any follow-up.
What you'll haveUpdates as each stage progresses
05Settle & growStay on top of ongoing needs and renewals.
Typical actionsKeep your details and renewal dates up to date.
What you'll haveA clearer view of what comes next
The experience
One place for the moving parts.
Your roadmap brings the important things into focus. Know what is next, who is handling it and what still needs your attention.
Your roadmap
A clear view of each stage and its next action.
Documents
A checklist tailored to your journey; secure uploads are being prepared.
A named specialist
Know who is helping once your case is assigned.
Status updates
See progress as your team updates your steps.
Partner coordination
Understand when a specialist partner is involved.
Renewals & support
Keep future obligations in view as your journey develops.
Pricing, without the guesswork
Know the scope before you start.
Your estimate should separate Residío service fees from government charges and specialist costs. We don't publish a universal starting price: what you need depends on your route and agreed scope.
A connected network
Specialist help, with a clear handoff.
Some parts of a move call for an experienced specialist. We show who is handling each step, and when a partner is involved, so you're not left wondering where things stand.
Become a partnerAn example journey · Illustrative only
“I know which documents to prepare, what my team is working on, and why the next step matters.”
Sample scenario, not a client testimonial.
Questions, answered
Clarity is part of the service.
How long will my journey take?
It depends on your route, documents, appointment availability and authority decisions. An advisor can help set a working expectation after reviewing your circumstances.
Which documents should I prepare?
Your checklist depends on the route. Most journeys begin with identity and current residency details; your advisor will confirm what applies to you.
What is included in the fees?
Residío service fees, government charges and third-party costs are distinct. Ask for a tailored estimate before committing to any paid work.
Am I eligible for a particular visa?
An initial recommendation is guidance, not an eligibility decision. Requirements and final approvals rest with the relevant authorities.
Can you help with business setup and renewals?
Your journey can include licence and residency planning, plus future renewal reminders. Availability depends on your route and agreed scope.
Can my family join me?
Family sponsorship depends on the sponsor's situation and applicable requirements. Include dependents in your assessment so the plan can account for them.
How is my information used?
Assessment answers stay in this browser; they are not submitted to the team. Your account data is handled separately. Do not send sensitive documents through the public assessment.