Immigration

Our immigration specialists are well-versed in the constantly evolving UAE immigration regulations and advise on the full range of visa categories, including employment, investor and Golden Visas. We support clients by providing advice across every stage of the immigration process, from initial applications and renewals through to more complex matters such as status changes, cancellations and the resolution of attestation or documentary issues. We are particularly adept at advising on immigration matters linked to corporate restructurings, mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless transitions for expatriate employees and minimising disruption to the business. We also provide strategic advice on Emiratisation requirements and quota systems, helping businesses understand and maintain compliance while optimising their workforce composition. Where assistance with visa applications is required, we are happy to refer clients to trusted corporate service providers in the region with whom we have well-established relationships.

• Advised on the immigration and labour law framework for foreign personnel engaged on a UAE infrastructure project, including mainland versus free zone requirements and issues relating to offshore rotational workers.
• Advised an international aerospace company on the cross-border hiring and onboarding of a senior executive in the UAE, including cancellation of DIFC sponsorship, mainland work permit and residency requirements, and alignment of internal employment documentation with MOHRE requirements.
• Immigration advice and visa guidance to a scientific asset management firm headquartered in the United Kingdom.
• Advising in relation to DIFC employee visas and the DIFC Employee Workplace Savings Scheme for the holding company of a large and diversified leading group of companies in Zambia.
• Advised a leading real estate services provider on all aspects of their regional employment matters including all areas of immigration, review of contractual documentation, commission structures and incentive schemes and handbook reviews and updates. More recently advised in respect of a harassment claim raised by one of its client’s employees.