Dubai remains a top destination for Pakistani job seekers due to tax-free salaries, easy visa process, and large expat communities.The cheapest and most commonly used visa for job hunting in Dubai is the Dubai Visit Visa (Tourist Visa) or the UAE Job Seeker Visa (new).
Here’s a breakdown:
🛂 1. UAE Visit Visa (Tourist Visa)
🔸 Why Choose It?
- Cheaper than job seeker visas
- You can enter and search for jobs legally
- Sponsored by UAE travel agencies or relatives
- Fast processing (2–5 days)
- Good for job hunting on a short stay
🔸 Visa Options & Prices (2025 – Approximate):
| Visa Type | Validity | Price in PKR | Extension |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30-Day Visa | Single Entry | ~PKR 28,000 | Extendable once |
| 60-Day Visa | Single Entry | ~PKR 48,000 | Yes |
| 90-Day Visa | Single Entry | ~PKR 68,000 | Yes |
✈️ Prices may vary by travel agency and currency rates.
🔸 Required Documents:
- Valid Pakistani Passport (6+ months validity)
- CNIC Copy
- Passport-sized photograph (white background)
- Return ticket (sometimes)
- Hotel booking or UAE host details
✅ How to Apply:
- Contact a trusted travel agency in Pakistan (e.g., Akbar Travels, Regal Tours, or local UAE agents).
- Submit required documents and pay visa fee.
- Get your e-visa via email in 3–5 days.
🧑💼 2. UAE Job Seeker Visa (Official Government Visa)
This new visa allows foreign nationals to enter UAE without a job offer to search for work, especially for professionals and skilled workers.
🔸 Duration Options & Fees (Approx.):
| Duration | Fee in AED | Fee in PKR |
|---|---|---|
| 60 Days | 555 AED | ~PKR 42,000 |
| 90 Days | 685 AED | ~PKR 52,000 |
| 120 Days | 815 AED | ~PKR 62,000 |
💡 No sponsor or job offer required.
🔎 Key Benefits
- No need for employer sponsorship
- Direct government visa
- Legal job search for 60–120 days
📋 Eligibility Criteria
- Must have a bachelor’s degree or diploma
- Belong to MOHRE skill levels 1, 2, or 3
- Financial proof (bank statement)
- Clean criminal record
🖥️ How to Apply Online (Direct from Pakistan)
- Visit: https://icp.gov.ae
- Create account and select “Job Seeker Visa”
- Upload documents (passport, photo, education proof)
- Pay visa fee online
- Get visa by email in 7–10 days
📌 Key Differences – Visit Visa vs Job Seeker Visa
| Feature | Visit Visa | Job Seeker Visa |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Lower | Slightly Higher |
| Validity | 30–90 days | 60–120 days |
| Legal Job Search | Not encouraged | Allowed |
| Sponsor Needed | Yes | No |
| Renewal | Limited | Not allowed |
🧠 Tips for Pakistani Job Seekers in Dubai
- Apply for jobs before traveling via websites like
- Bring hard copies of your CV and certificates and scanned soft copies.
- Stay near job hubs: Deira, Bur Dubai, or Al Nahda (budget-friendly areas).
- Dress well and prepare for walk-in interviews (common in UAE).
- Try to extend visa or switch to employment visa after getting job offer.
📍 Final Advice: Which Visa Should You Choose?
- Low budget? Go for Visit Visa (60–90 days)
- Graduate with funds & no sponsor? Choose Job Seeker Visa
Both routes are used by thousands of Pakistanis yearly to enter Dubai and secure jobs legally.
