Status Change
Change your visa status within the UAE without exiting the country. Available for family visa, company/employment visa, and sponsored visit visa status changes. Allows you to switch from one visa type to another while remaining in the UAE.
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Process Timeline
- 1
Cancel current visa
Current visa or entry permit is cancelled to initiate the status change.
1–2 business days
- 2
Apply for new visa
Amer MBS submits the new visa application under the new sponsor or category.
Same day
- 3
Complete requirements
Medical fitness test, Emirates ID update, and new visa stamping.
5–7 business days
Cost Overview
676 AED
Change Status
What affects cost
Cost depends on the type of status change (e.g. visit to employment, employment to investor), whether it requires visa cancellation first, and the new visa category being applied for.
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Government fees are set by the issuing authority and subject to change without notice. Amer MBS service fees are inclusive of typing and processing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my visa status without leaving the UAE?
Yes. Status change services allow you to switch from one visa type to another (e.g., employment to family, or visit to employment) without exiting the country.
Can I change my dependents' visa when I change employers?
Yes. When you change employers, you can either hold your dependents' visa temporarily or cancel and reapply under your new sponsorship.
Information sourced from GDRFA.gov.ae, ICA.gov.ae, and MOHRE.gov.ae — verified 2026-03-19
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Obtain a long-term UAE work visa through employer sponsorship, processed via GDRFA and MOHRE.
Emirates ID
Apply for, renew, or replace your Emirates ID — the mandatory national identity card for all UAE residents.
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