WhatsApp quoteAs we tell every client, our UAE Residence Visa Services include entry permit, status change, medical fitness test and Emirates ID biometrics, and Processing typically takes 5 to 10 working days (Monday to Friday) inside the UAE. UAE Residence Visa Services are the part of UAE business life that entrepreneurs least want to do themselves, and the part GoldenKey does every day. Canadian universities, engineering firms and agri-food exporters are well established in the UAE, which gives Canadian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their UAE Residence Visa Services licence is issued. Canadians are a community of around 40,000 residents in education, engineering, healthcare and finance, so the UAE Residence Visa Services authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Canadian applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why UAE Residence Visa Services
UAE Residence Visa Services are available to our own company-formation clients and to businesses that set up elsewhere and now want reliable support. Processing normally takes 5 to 10 working days inside the UAE. Canadian applicants benefit from the fact that UAE Residence Visa Services already has many Canadian shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Canada supporting documents and name formats instantly.
How UAE Residence Visa Services works with GoldenKey
Step 1Request and checklist
We send a short checklist and a fixed written fee for the UAE Residence Visa Services as soon as you describe the task.
Step 2Document collection
GoldenKey collects and verifies your supporting documents before anything is submitted. For uae residence visa services for Canadians, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 3Submission and follow-up
GoldenKey submits the file, pays government fees on your behalf and follows up until approval.
Step 4Delivery
The finished documents are delivered to you and stored in your portal for future reference. Your portal shows the status of this step for uae residence visa services for Canadians in real time.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for uae residence visa services for Canadians; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- Passport copy and photograph of the applicant
- Attested educational certificates for skilled roles
- The company trade licence and establishment card
- A police clearance certificate from Canada if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Tenancy contract and salary certificate for family sponsorship
- A passport granted by Canada with at least six months' validity
Pricing
Pricing for uae residence visa services for Canadians depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. To be clear, the figures below for uae residency visa services for Canadians are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
| GoldenKey service fee | AED 2,500 |
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Full UAE residence visa processing including medical, Emirates ID and entry permit
Request this servicePrices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
Put simply, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes uae residency visa services for Canadians a route to relocation as well as a business decision. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for uae UAE residence visa services for Canadians.
Why GoldenKey
Importantly, we will tell you plainly if UAE Residence Visa Services is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less. GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with uae residence visa services for Canadians, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. In our experience, every UAE Residence Visa Services package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end.
Tell us about your plans for uae residence visa services for Canadians and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
Are government fees included in your price for UAE Residence Visa Services?
As we tell every client, our quotation separates government fees from GoldenKey's service fee so you can see exactly what goes to the authority.
Can GoldenKey handle UAE Residence Visa Services for a company it did not set up?
It can. We support businesses licensed anywhere in the UAE, provided we can be appointed as the authorised PRO or receive the documents required.
Do you offer monthly PRO retainers?
Yes. A monthly retainer covers routine renewals, visa processing and government correspondence for a fixed fee, which is often less than an in-house PRO salary.
Can a Canadian citizen own 100% of a company in UAE Residence Visa Services?
Yes. Canadians can own the full share capital of a UAE Residence Visa Services company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Canadians need a UAE visa before applying for UAE Residence Visa Services?
Not in that case. You can apply for the licence from Canada with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
