If I go to Dubai on a visitor visa, can I get my work visa sponsored there?

It depends. You cannot start working in Dubai on a visitor visa, but if you receive a job offer while in Dubai, your employer can sponsor your work permit and residence visa.

- You must wait: You cannot begin employment until your work permit and residence visa are approved.
- Employer responsibility: The employer handles the application process, including approvals and medical tests.
- Legal risk: Working without the proper visa is illegal and can result in fines, deportation, or a ban.

If you get a job offer in Dubai, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor to understand the next steps for your visa process.