São Paulo – The emirate of Dubai invites foreigners who want to live in the country to participate in an exclusive program for those who work online. The project allows professionals to work remotely in foreign institutions and companies while living in the country.
According to the government program, one of the most attractive topics is that as a resident of the United Arab Emirates, the worker will become eligible to receive vaccination against COVID-19. Another benefit, according to information by the Dubai government, is the zero income tax for individuals.
The opportunity is being offered since October last year. “The global pandemic has changed how we live and work. As multinationals and leading start-ups across the world accelerate their rates of digital adoption, the need to be physically present to fulfill professional responsibilities has been redefined,” said, in a statement, the director-general of the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), Helal Saeed Almarri.
Applications can be made on the Visit Dubai website. It is necessary to pay a processing fee. Eligibility criteria include having a passport that is valid for at least six months, health insurance with coverage in the UAE, proving your current employment status, with a one-year contract, receiving a salary of at least USD 5,000 per month, in addition to submitting other documents.
Owners of businesses can also apply. In this case, the applicant will need proof of the company ownership for a year or more, with an average monthly income of USD 5,000 per month and bank statements for the previous three months.
Translated by Elúsio Brasileiro
