Last updated: March 28, 2026
AFTER DUBAI SERVICES
Visa and Immigration Services
Expert guidance on visa pathways, residency permits, and citizenship options in 5 destinations.
Navigate Immigration with Confidence
Visa and immigration are typically the most complex and stressful aspects of any international relocation. Each country has its own requirements, timelines, and bureaucratic processes. After Dubai visa specialists have deep expertise in the immigration systems of all five destination countries, ensuring your application is handled correctly the first time — saving you weeks of delays and potential rejections.
Our team processes hundreds of visa applications annually across Indonesia, Thailand, Portugal, Georgia, and Malaysia. This volume gives us insight into processing times, common rejection reasons, and strategies to streamline approvals. We maintain direct relationships with immigration consultants and legal representatives in each country.
What visa options are available for Dubai expats?
Options vary by destination and your personal situation. Indonesia offers B211A (6 months), KITAS (1-2 years), Second Home Visa (5-10 years), and Digital Nomad Visa. Thailand provides Tourist Visa, Non-Immigrant visas, LTR (10 years), and Thailand Elite (5-20 years). Portugal offers D7 Passive Income, Golden Visa, D2 Entrepreneur, and Tech Visa. Georgia allows visa-free stays up to 1 year. Malaysia offers MM2H (5-10 years), DE Rantau, and Employment Pass. We assess your profile and recommend the optimal pathway.
Visa Comparison by Destination
Indonesia — Digital Nomad Visa
Remote workers earning $2,000+/month. 1-5 year validity. No local tax on foreign income. Processing: 2-4 weeks.
Thailand — LTR Visa
Wealthy pensioners, remote workers, professionals. 10-year validity. 17% flat tax. Processing: 4-8 weeks.
Portugal — D7 Visa
Passive income holders. 2-year initial, renewable. Path to EU citizenship in 5 years. Processing: 2-4 months.
Georgia — Visa-Free
Most nationalities: 1 year visa-free. Residence permit available. No minimum income requirement. Immediate entry.
How long does visa processing take?
Processing times vary significantly by destination and visa type. Georgia is the fastest — visa-free entry with no application required for most nationalities. Indonesia B211A visas process in 5-10 business days. Thailand tourist visas take 3-5 business days, while LTR visas require 4-8 weeks. Portugal D7 visas typically take 2-4 months from initial application. Malaysia MM2H processing currently takes 3-6 months. We provide realistic timeline estimates and manage expectations throughout the process.