🌟 Dubai Job Seeker Visa 2025 – Apply from Pakistan Without Job Offer

The Dubai Job Seeker Visa is a self-sponsored temporary residency visa that allows foreign nationals, including Pakistanis, to enter the UAE (including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, etc.) without a job offer for the purpose of finding employment legally. It is part of the UAE’s initiative to attract international talent., this visa is valid for 60, 90, or 120 days.

🎯 Who Should Apply?

This visa is perfect for:

Fresh graduates
Skilled professionals
Job seekers without a sponsor
Pakistani citizens with degrees or diplomas

✅ Benefits of Job Seeker Visa UAE

No need for a job offer in advance
No sponsor or employer required
Apply from Pakistan or anywhere abroad
Search jobs legally in UAE
Open to professionals, fresh graduates, and skilled workers

🧾 Step-by-Step Process to Apply for Dubai Job Seeker Visa (2025)

📋 Eligibility Criteria for Pakistani Applicants (2025)

Criteria	Requirement
Nationality	Pakistani passport holder
Age	18 years or older
Education	Minimum Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree
MOHRE Skill Category	Level 1, 2, or 3 jobs
Financial Proof	Bank statement or fund declaration
No Criminal Record	Mandatory
Background	No criminal record, medically fit

🧾 Required Documents

Prepare the following:

Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
Passport-size photo (white background)
Attested educational certificate
Bank statement or proof of funds
Travel health insurance (valid in UAE)
Emirates ID copy (if previously visited)
Return air ticket (optional but helpful)
Clean police character certificate
Previous UAE entry/exit history (if any)

📥 How to Apply for Dubai Job Seeker Visa (Online)

You can apply online from Pakistan by following these steps:

✅ Step 1: Register on UAE ICP Portal
👉 https://icp.gov.ae

✅ Step 2: Choose the Visa Type

Select Entry Permit for Job Seekers (60, 90, or 120 days)

✅ Step 3: Fill the Online Form

Personal details (as per passport)
Upload required documents

✅ Step 4: Pay Visa Fee

Duration	Fee (AED)	PKR Estimate
60 Days	555 AED	~43,000 PKR
90 Days	685 AED	~52,000 PKR
120 Days	815 AED	~62,000 PKR

💡 These fees may vary slightly depending on exchange rate or additional service charges.

💡You can pay with any international debit/credit card.

✅ Step 5: Receive Visa

Processing Time: 3–10 working days
Visa is sent via email in PDF format

🧳 Travel to Dubai & Begin Job Hunting

Once your visa is approved:

Book a flight to Dubai
Arrange accommodation (Deira, Al Qusais = affordable)
Get local SIM (DU or Etisalat)
Print multiple copies of your CV and certificates
Register your visa entry at ICP or GDRFA office
Apply for jobs via:
Attend walk-in interviews

🏨 Accommodation & Cost of Living Tips

Budget hotels: Al Qusais, Deira, Naif
Shared rooms: AED 500–800/month
Local SIM: Etisalat or DU (available at airport)

🔄 Visa Renewal Options

Job Seeker Visa cannot be renewed.
If no job is found, you must exit or convert to a work visa if you get hired.
If you don’t get a job within the period, you must:
- Exit the UAE before expiry
- Or convert to an employer-sponsored visa if hired

🛑 Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Submitting incomplete or blurry documents
❌ Falling for agent scams or fake job offers
❌ Overstaying visa (can lead to fines & bans)
❌ Not researching cost of living in Dubai

💡 Pro Tips to Succeed

Apply for jobs online before departure
Use walk-in interviews to your advantage
Dress professionally – Dubai job market is very visual
Keep emergency funds (at least AED 3,000–5,000)
Stay active on LinkedIn (networking is key!)

❗ Warnings

Do not fall for fraud agents demanding extra fees
Always apply via official portals
Be prepared with funds for living expenses during your stay

📌 Summary Table

Feature	Info
Visa Type	Job Seeker Visa
Apply From	https://icp.gov.ae
Duration	60, 90, or 120 days
Eligibility	Diploma or Bachelor’s + MOHRE Skill Level 1–3
Sponsor Required	❌ No
Jobs Allowed	✅ Yes
Extendable	❌ No
Cost	AED 555–815