Immigration Developments in the MENA Region
Date Posted:Tue, 8th Feb 2022
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United Arab Emirates
12 January 2022 - New Business License for Freelancers Announced in the Dubai Airport Free Zone
The Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority announced the introduction of a special business license for freelancers seeking to do business in the fields of art, consulting, education, marketing, media, technology, and education.
The new license is called “Talent Pass” and is addressed to self-employed individuals with special skills and expertise. License holders can practice commercial activities within the Free Zone based on a three-year employment residence permit.
Details related to eligibility conditions and the application process for the new license have not been announced yet.
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