For those who want UAE residency as an individual—without setting up a company. We guide remote workers and sole proprietors through relocation in Japanese, end to end.
For You
For You
- Remote workers and digital nomads
- Freelancers and sole proprietors
- Those who want to start relocating as an individual first
- Those who want residency without setting up a company yet
Requirements
Requirements
- This route is based on a UAE freelance permit, which supports an individual residency visa.
- Eligible professions/activities and the required permit type (e.g. which free zone) need to be checked case by case.
- Final eligibility and conditions depend on the reviewing authority and the rules in force at the time.
How Fees Work
Fees
Included in our support
- Consultation on visa selection and conditions
- Guidance and support for preparing documents
- Support through the application and on-the-ground steps
Additional costs
- Official costs paid to the government/authorities (application, medical, Emirates ID, etc.)
- Costs may vary depending on the freelance permit category
The total depends on your situation. We provide a free quote before any work begins.
Request a free quoteDocuments
Documents
- Passport Cover plus the photo/ID page, in colourYou provide
- Passport photo White background, front-facing, taken within the last 6 monthsYou provide
- Medical fitness results Taken locally (Portgate helps arrange it)Portgate handles
- Emirates ID (front & back) You photograph and submit it once issuedYou provide
Additional documents may be required depending on your situation. We’ll guide you during your consultation.
Process
Flow
- 1
Consultation & visa selection Online
We review your situation and explain the conditions, required documents, and estimated costs, then confirm the right visa together.
- 2
Document submission Online
Submit your passport, photo, and other documents online, following our capture guides.
- 3
Payment Online
After you approve the quote, you pay the application fee.
- 4
Entry & UAE SIM On-site
After arriving in Dubai, you get a UAE phone number with a local SIM (needed for the medical check and Emirates ID).
- 5
Medical check & biometrics On-site
Complete a medical fitness test at an authorized center and register your biometrics at a designated office.
- 6
Receiving your Emirates ID On-site
You receive your Emirates ID card locally, completing the residency process.
In practice there are more detailed steps, and the online portal guides you through them one at a time.
Benefits & Notes
Benefits & Notes
Benefits
- Obtain residency as an individual, without owning a company
- Enables practical steps like opening a bank account and signing a lease
- You can later discuss company setup or bringing your family
Things to note
- The required permit (e.g. which free zone) can differ by profession and activity.
- The visa has an expiry date and needs to be renewed.
- Tax and social insurance treatment depend on your circumstances—please check individually.
Comparison
Comparison
Freelance visa
- Individual route (no company needed)
- Lighter, easier to start with
- Best for individual, self-directed work
Company / Investor visa
- Requires setting up a UAE company
- Chosen based on business/investment scale
- Residency as an owner or shareholder
Which fits depends on how you work, your business plan, and your family. The free diagnosis gives you a starting point.
Our Support
Support
- Consultation and chat support in Japanese
- Clear on-screen guidance on documents and your next action
- Track your application progress in the online portal
- Post-arrival setup (SIM, bank account, and more) is also available
Online Portal
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.
FAQ
FAQ
Q. Can I start the application while still in Japan?
Q. Am I guaranteed to get the visa?
Q. Can my family relocate with me?
This page provides general information. Visa conditions, fees, documents, and timelines vary by category, the rules in force at the time, and your situation. Final eligibility rests with the reviewing authority. Please confirm the details for your specific case.
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.