Dubai visa support for Japanese movers

Dubai visa applications,
made clear in Japanese.

From choosing the right visa to documents, application, and settling in—our on-the-ground team guides you at your pace.

  • Consult in Japanese, apply online
  • Track progress in your portal
  • Support even after you arrive

Consultation, diagnosis, and quotes are free — no pushy sales.

Sound familiar?

A first Dubai visa raises a lot of questions.

Which visa fits me?

Freelance, investor, golden… so many types, and the differences are unclear.

What will it cost?

It’s hard to see the split between official costs and support fees.

The process looks complex

Documents, medical, Emirates ID… the order and paperwork are confusing.

Worried about life after

Bank accounts, SIM, housing—settling in feels daunting.

How Portgate helps

We turn “I don’t know” into clear next steps—in Japanese.

01

Japanese, end to end

One Japanese-speaking team from consultation to after you arrive.

02

We help you choose

We review your situation and suggest which visa may fit (free diagnosis).

03

Always know your next step

The online portal always shows your progress and next action.

04

Life after arrival, too

Bank, SIM, housing—get help settling in as well.

Compare

At a glance

VisaBest forEst. duration
Freelance Visa Remote workers and digital nomads Typically around 2–3 weeks
Investor Visa Founders considering starting a company in the UAE Typically around 2–4 weeks (varies with the company setup)
Golden Visa Those seeking long-term residency in Dubai Typically around 3–4 weeks (varies with document status)
Family Visa Those relocating with a spouse and children Typically around 2–3 weeks (varies with number of members and documents)

Durations and conditions are estimates and vary by situation and review.

The process

Three broad stages.

1

Prepare

Consult, confirm the visa, submit documents, and pay (mostly online).

2

On the ground

Entry, SIM, medical check, and biometrics.

3

Issued

Receive your Emirates ID card.

In practice, the portal guides you through all 15 steps one at a time.

Transparent fees

We explain fees in two parts.

The total depends on your situation. We always provide a free quote before starting.

① Official government costsApplication, medical, Emirates ID, etc.
② Portgate support feeGuidance from selection to on-the-ground steps
TotalShown in your free quote

We never start work before the amount is agreed. We don’t publish fixed price lists—each quote is individual.

Online Portal

After you sign up, a dedicated online portal shows your progress, required documents, and next actions—so you always know where things stand.

See your progress

Your current stage and next action at a glance.

Submit documents online

Upload from your phone, following our capture guides.

Stay connected after arrival

Get help with SIM, bank accounts, and settling in.

The portal is available after sign-up. You can see it during a free consultation.

After you arrive

Life begins the day you land.

Choose only what you need.

Bank accountOpening a debit account
SIM & phoneA local number
HousingHomes & properties
UtilitiesPower, water, internet
Company setupSetting up in the UAE
Real estateBuying & renting
Family visasSpouse & children
InterpretingOffices, viewings, contracts

Model Cases

The following are general examples (model cases), not real individuals or guarantees.

A remote worker in their 30s

Wants to relocate while working independently.

We guide them through a freelance-type route, from documents to on-the-ground steps.

A founder in their 40s

Wants to set up a UAE company and move their business base.

We support company setup, the investor visa, and a bank account together.

A parent relocating with family, in their 30s

Wants to move together with a spouse and children.

After establishing their own visa, we handle family visas and settling in.

FAQ

Q. Can I start from Japan?
Yes. Consultation, documents, and payment can be done online. Some steps, like the medical and biometrics, are done in the UAE.
Q. I’m not sure which visa fits.
The free 1-minute check suggests a direction. Our team confirms eligibility afterward.
Q. How much does it cost?
Fees split into official costs and a support fee, and the total depends on your situation. We quote for free before starting.
Q. Is approval guaranteed?
Approval and conditions rest with the authorities. We check conditions first and proceed when it looks feasible.
Q. Can my family come too?
After your visa, you can arrange family visas. Conditions vary by relationship and are confirmed individually.

Start with a free consultation

It’s fine even if you’re unsure which visa fits. We’ll review your situation and suggest the next step—no pushy sales.