Live and work in Dubai
as a freelancer.
Get your UAE Freelance Visa with end-to-end support — Emirates ID, bank account, and an active job-assistance network, in as little as 3 weeks.
Comprehensive solutions
for your success.
From visa processing to business setup, we provide end-to-end services to help you thrive in the UAE — expertly handled, transparently priced.
Visit Visa
Secure your UAE visit visa hassle-free. We handle all documentation and processing for tourist, family, and business visas with quick turnaround.
- Tourist & family visit visas
- Business visit visas
- Fast processing times
- Complete documentation support
Business Setup in UAE
Complete company formation — mainland, freezone, and offshore. Legal documentation, licensing, and office space, all under one roof.
- Mainland company formation
- Freezone business setup
- Offshore company registration
- License & PRO services
Real Estate
Expert real estate consultancy for buying, selling, and leasing in the UAE — with market analysis, valuations, and negotiation support.
- Residential properties
- Commercial investments
- Property management
- Market analysis & valuation
Human Resource
Comprehensive HR solutions — recruitment, payroll, employee visas, and compliance. We handle the people layer so you can grow.
- Talent recruitment
- Payroll management
- Employee visa processing
- HR compliance & consulting
Freelance Visa Solutions
Live and work in the UAE as an independent professional. Built for digital workers, creatives, and consultants who want flexibility.
- 2-year freelance residency
- Emirates ID with NOC
- Job assistance network
- Bank account assistance
International Recruitment
Connecting world-class organizations with top-tier talent. End-to-end international hiring — immigration, compliance, and onboarding.
- Verified candidate sourcing
- End-to-end placement
- Immigration & compliance
- Onboarding support
Need a custom solution?
We're here to help you with tailored services that meet your unique needs.
The case for doing business
in Dubai.
Tax-friendly, globally connected, and built for founders. Here's why thousands of professionals and companies choose Dubai as their next step every year.
0% personal income tax
Keep what you earn. No tax on personal income; only a 9% corporate tax on profits above AED 375,000.
100% foreign ownership
Own your company outright in free zones and across most mainland activities — no local partner required.
Strategic global hub
Reach 2.5 billion consumers within a four-hour flight. East–West gateway with world-class logistics.
Banking & capital
Open multi-currency business and personal accounts. Deep capital markets, AED pegged to USD.
Safe, stable, livable
One of the safest cities in the world. Modern infrastructure, healthcare, and schooling — built for families.
Global talent pool
Long-term residency visas attract top professionals from 200+ nationalities. Hire — or get hired — quickly.
Ready to make the move?
Book a free 30-minute consult — we'll map the right route for your goals.
The UAE Freelance Visa, explained.
The Freelance Visa is a 2-year UAE residency that lets you live in Dubai and work as an independent professional — without being tied to a single employer. Issued through a free-zone freelance permit, it's the fastest, cheapest legal route for designers, developers, consultants, marketers, and creators to base themselves in the UAE.
You keep 100% of your earnings, invoice clients anywhere in the world, and gain full resident status — Emirates ID, bank account, dependent sponsorship, and access to the UAE's tax-free ecosystem.
- 2-year UAE residencyRenewable. Live in Dubai, exit/re-enter freely, sponsor dependents.
- Work with multiple clientsNo single employer. Bill clients globally in any currency.
- Emirates ID + bank accountFull resident status — open business and personal accounts in days.
- 0% personal income taxKeep 100% of your freelance income. No tax on global earnings.
- Low cost vs. mainland LLCFar cheaper than a full company setup, with most of the same benefits.
- Optional family sponsorshipBring your spouse, kids, and parents on dependent visas.
How much can you earn per year?
Indicative annual returns from Dubai property, short-term rentals, and business operations. Actual numbers depend on asset, location, and management — but these are the ranges our clients consistently hit.
Figures based on 2024–2025 Dubai market data from DLD, REIDIN, and our own client portfolio. Indicative ranges only — not a guarantee of future returns.
A process, not a promise.
Five stages. Clear deliverables at each. You'll always know what's next, who owns it, and when it lands.
- 01→
Discovery call
A 30-minute consult to understand your goals, situation, and timeline. No commitment.
- 02→
Tailored plan
We map the right visa, structure, or property route to your goals — with transparent fees.
- 03→
Document prep
We handle the paperwork. You sign and submit — we coordinate with UAE authorities directly.
- 04→
Approval & arrival
Visa approval, Emirates ID, optional pickup, accommodation, and bank assistance on landing.
- 05
Ongoing support
Post-arrival assistance for renewals, dependents, and growth — long after your first stamp.
Outcomes,
not output.
Real people.
Real plans.
No call centres. No outsourced agents. Every plan is drafted at our desks in Lalitpur and Meydan, then walked through with you — line by line, until it makes sense.
Next Step took the guesswork out of moving to Dubai. From the freelance visa to the bank account, they handled every step — I just showed up.
Setting up my mainland company felt impossible from outside the UAE. Their team made it boringly simple. Six weeks, no surprises.
Honest feedback, fast replies, and a real plan instead of a sales pitch. That's rare. We are signing up for the recruitment service next.
Transparent pricing.
No surprises.
All packages include the 2-year UAE Freelance Visa, Emirates ID, and our active job-assistance network. Pick the level of landing support you need.
- 2-year freelance visa
- Job assistance
- Emirates ID
- 2-year freelance visa
- Job assistance
- Air ticket
- Emirates ID
- 2-year freelance visa
- Job assistance
- Air ticket
- 1 month accommodation + meals
- 2-year health insurance
- Emirates ID
- Bank account assistance
Two people who answer the phone.
True growth doesn't happen by accident — it happens by design. We bring deep expertise, honest feedback, and relentless execution to every engagement, because your next step defines your destiny.
Sets the strategic direction at Next Step Consulting Group. Believes growth happens by design, not accident — and that every client deserves a plan they can read in one sitting.
Front-line partner to every client. Translates ambition into a practical, step-by-step path — from first discovery call to bank account live in Dubai.
Let's design
your next step.
Tell us where you are and where you want to be. We'll send a free, written plan within two business days.