READER COMPLAINT

COVID-19: Can I come on a visa-on-arrival for a new job offer in UAE?

While work permits are not being issued for people outside UAE, tourists can soon come in

Last updated: July 05, 2020 | 19:22

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Can you come in to the UAE for a new job offer?

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A Gulf News reader, who wishes to work in the UAE and has a job offer from Dubai, raised the query.

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The paperwork for the new job was put on hold because of COVID-19 related restrictions.

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From July 7, visitors will be allowed to enter the UAE.

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The reader is worries about losing the job offer.

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The reader requested the authorities to consider issuing work permits for people outside the UAE as well.

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Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation confirmed that work permits are currently not being issued for people outside the UAE.

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Work permits are being issued for those inside the UAE.

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From July 7, tourists will be allowed to enter the UAE.

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Visa on arrival will be issued, as normal. Find out which countries are on the list here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1579613372828?

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