Most UAE employment visa refusals happen because even minor document mismatches—like inconsistent company names, spelling errors on degrees, or missing attestations—trip up the MOHRE and Amer Center Dubai. Double-check every passport, licence, and certificate for perfect alignment before you apply.

Why UAE Employment Visa Rejections Spike—and How to Prevent Yours

  1. Documentation Discrepancies

    • What fails: Mismatched spellings (e.g. “Abu Dhabi Global Market” vs. “ADGM”) or inconsistent dates on your university diploma and transcript.

    • How to fix: Obtain certified true copies of your employer’s trade licence (with stamp and signature) and triple-attest every academic credential (home-country MFA → UAE embassy → UAE MFA) to ensure 100 % consistency.

  2. Unaligned Job Activity Codes

    • What fails: Your offer letter lists “Marketing Manager,” but the company licence only covers “Advertising Services.”

    • How to fix: Before submitting, verify with Amer Center Dubai that the licence’s activity codes explicitly include your role—or task your HR/PRO to add the missing activity via a quick licence amendment.

  3. Incomplete Health & ID Steps

    • What fails: Skipping the DHA-approved medical test or filing Emirates ID forms with outdated passport copies.

    • How to fix: Complete your blood test and chest X-ray at a DHA/DHA-recognized centre, then submit those clearances alongside your fully current passport copy during your Amer Center appointment.
       

Step-By-Step Visa Application Checklist

Step

Action Item

Why It Matters

1. Document Audit

Cross-verify passport, degree, and trade licence for exact spellings & dates.

Prevents automatic rejections due to typos or formatting errors.

2. Academic Attestation

Home-country MFA → UAE embassy → UAE MFA (Abu Dhabi).

Ensures your qualifications are fully recognized by MOHRE.

3. Certified Licence Copy

Secure a stamped and signed copy of the company’s trade licence.

Guarantees the company name matches exactly across all forms.

4. Activity Code Confirmation

Verify with your PRO or Amer Center that your job function is covered by the licence.

Aligns your position with permitted business activities.

5. Medical & Emirates ID

Complete DHA-approved tests and submit Emirates ID forms with current documents.

Clears the health and identity requirements before stamping.

6. Submit to Amer Center Dubai

Hand in all paperwork at your company’s approved branch.

Leverages Amer Center’s fast-track processing for MOHRE and DNRD.

7. Collect Your Visa

Receive your passport with the residence visa stamp and Emirates ID.

Finalizes your status as a UAE resident, ready to work.

 

People Also Ask FAQs

Q: What’s the most common reason an Amer Center Dubai visa is refused?

Even tiny mistakes—like “Ltd.” vs “Limited” on licence copies—result in outright rejection. Always use certified true copies and cross-verify every character.

Q: How long does a UAE employment visa take at Amer Center?

Typically 2–3 weeks from complete submission to final stamping, provided there are no documentation issues.

Q: Do I need to translate my documents for a UAE visa?

Yes. All non-English/Arabic documents must be translated by a court-certified translator and attested alongside originals.

Q: Can a visa rejection be corrected without restarting?

Yes. If your Amer Center branch flags a mismatch, you can resubmit the corrected documents—often with no extra fees—so you won’t lose your application slot.

Why Choose Amer Center Dubai & QuickPlus Business Consultants?

  • Government-Approved: Amer Center handles MOHRE, DNRD, DHA, and Emirates ID formalities under one roof.

  • 20-Point Document Audit: QuickPlus pre-screens every file to eliminate mismatches before you apply.

  • Fast-Track Amendments: We manage licence activity updates, translations, and attestations in days, not weeks.

  • End-to-End Support: From reviewing your offer letter to collecting your stamped visa, we coordinate each step so you can focus on your new role.
     

Ready to Secure Your UAE Employment Visa—First Time?
Don’t let one small error derail your relocation. Contact Amer Center Dubai today for a free document review and understand your employment visa process without a hitch.