Entry Permit
The permit that allows a sponsored person to enter the UAE before their residency is completed.
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An in-country status change saves a flight and a hotel. We confirm whether your case qualifies before you book anything.
A change of status converts a visit or tourist entry into a residency entry permit without the applicant leaving the UAE. It is not available for every visa type or every nationality, and the eligibility rules change from time to time.
We check your current entry stamp, tell you honestly whether an in-country change is possible, and if it is, handle the application. If it is not, we explain the alternative so you can plan the trip properly rather than discovering the problem at the airport.
We review the entry stamp and confirm whether the change is possible.
Status change submitted with the new entry permit.
You receive confirmation and continue with the medical and Emirates ID.
Government requirements and processing times are updated regularly. Our team confirms the current rules for your specific case before an application is submitted.
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The permit that allows a sponsored person to enter the UAE before their residency is completed.
2 to 5 working days
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New residency applications and renewals for families and employees, handled end to end.
3 to 7 working days after the medical
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Proper cancellation of a residency visa so the file is closed cleanly and future applications are…
1 to 3 working days
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