You have the skills; you have the passion. We got your freelancer permit
Time to do what you want to do – become a freelancer in the UAE! RAKEZ supports your journey with a freelance package that is easy on the pocket.
It comes with everything you need: a Freelancer Permit, access to modern business centres, a range of support services, and a UAE Residence Visa.
Starting From:
AED 6,000
Who is it for?
- Media Professionals
- Education Professionals
Click here for a full list of media and education professions.
Main Benefits
- Easy on the pocket
- One-stop shop for all your requirements
- 1 and 2-year packages
- Access to modern business centres
- Network with likeminded professionals
- Eligibility for UAE Residence Visa
Process for Freelance Permit
01 – Submit Your Documents
- Passport copy
- Valid UAE Residence Visa copy (if applying for a permit without visa)
- Sponsor’s No Objection Certificate (if applying for a permit without visa)
- Portfolio/sample of works OR qualification certificate
02 – Make the payment
- RAKEZ Portal 360
- Payment link in your invoice
- Bank transfer to the account detailed in your invoice
- Send us your UAE bank cheques
03 – Receive your Freelancer Permit
- Join our flourishing community of freelancers!
Package Price
Men’s Package
| Costs | 2 Years | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|
| Freelance Permit | AED 11,835 | AED 6,535 |
| Preapproval | AED 200 | AED 200 |
| E-channel | AED 2300 | AED 2300 |
| Visa | AED 3,500 | AED 3000 |
| Total | AED 17,835 | AED 12,035 |
Women’s Package
| Costs | 2 Years | 1 Year |
|---|---|---|
| Freelance Permit | AED 7,101 | AED 3,921 |
| Preapproval | AED 200 | AED 200 |
| E-channel | AED 2300 | AED 2300 |
| Visa for 1/2 years | AED 3,160 | AED 2,620 |
| Total | AED 12,761 | AED 9,041 |
Terms & Conditions:
- Applicable for individuals less than 58 years of age.
- Attested Degree required (when applying for visa) relevant to the activity you have chosen along with experience letters in similar fields.
What’s Real vs. What’s Risky
Not all “freelance visas” you see in the market are legal.
Many so-called “Azad” or freelance visas sold at low prices are simply visa quotas rented by companies — meaning you’re under someone else’s license, with no real legal independence, and no official freelance permit. These can be revoked anytime and are not compliant with UAE law.
What’s a Genuine Freelance Visa?
A real freelance visa is issued by government-authorized Freezones like:
RAKEZ
(Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone)
TwoFour54 / ADDED
(Abu Dhabi)
Ajman Freezone
UAQ Freezone
What You Get with This Visa
A Freelance Permit in your name
Residence Visa valid for 2 years
E-channel & Emirates ID
Flexi desk or shared workspace option
Option to sponsor family
How Is It Different from a Cheap “Azad” Visa?
| Cheap Quota Visa | Genuine Freelance Visa (Freezone) |
|---|---|
| Rented under someone else’s license | Issued in your own name |
| No legal freelance rights | Legal freelance permit |
| No invoice/bank setup possible | Can open bank account & invoice clients |
| High chance of cancellation | Protected under Freezone regulations |
| Not eligible for family sponsorship | Family sponsorship possible |
Freelance Package
| Costs | 1 Years | 2 Year |
|---|---|---|
| Rakez | AED 12,035 | AED 17,835 |
| UAQ | AED 9,999 | AED 20,250 |
| Ajman | AED 12,121 | AED 22,222 |
This package included:
1 Activity as Profession
Sole Professional License
Lease Agreement
UAE Residency Visa
Emirates ID
Establishment Card
eChannel
Security Approval
Medical Test
Visa Status Change
Freelance Package
| Costs | 1 Years | 2 Year |
|---|---|---|
| Rakez | AED 12,035 | AED 17,835 |
| UAQ | AED 9,999 | AED 20,250 |
| Ajman | AED 12,121 | AED 22,222 |
This package included:
1 Activity as Profession
Establishment Card
Sole Professional License
eChannel
Lease Agreement
Security Approval
UAE Residency Visa
Medical Test
Emirates ID
Visa Status Change
Want to apply for a legal freelance visa?
Cheap visa quota = no legal standing + no ownership + no control.
Freelance visa from Freezone = your name, your permit, your freedom.
We assist with the full process through authorized Freezones only.
Who Is It For?
- Freelancers (Marketing, Design, IT, Consultancy, etc.)
- Project-based professionals
- Ex-corporate employees working independently
- Expats who want flexibility without full company setup
Documents Required
- Passport copy (valid 6+ months)
- Passport-size photo
- Resume or Portfolio
- NOC (if you’re on an existing UAE visa, in some cases)