Gulf work permits

Types of Work Visas

• Standard Work Visa: Skilled/unskilled; 1–3 years; employer-sponsored.
• Temporary/Seasonal Work Visa: 3–12 months; short-term jobs.
• Domestic Worker Visa: For maids, drivers.
• Free Zone Work Visa (UAE): For jobs in UAE free zones; fast-tracked.
• Investor/Business Visa: Requires business investment (rare).

Eligibility Requirements

• Job offer from an employer.
• Age: 21–60 (18+ for some roles).
• Qualifications: Required for skilled jobs.
• Medical exam (GAMCA).
• Police Clearance Certificate (PCC).
• Passport valid for at least 6 months.

Country-Specific Requirements

• UAE: 14-day visa-on-arrival for Indians; employer sponsorship.
• Saudi Arabia: Attested academic/professional certificates.
• Oman: Labour Clearance, Omanisation quotas apply.
• Qatar: Approval from Ministry of Interior.
• Kuwait: Clearance from Public Authority for Manpower.
• Bahrain: LMRA approval.

Amalko Euro Permits Support

• Verify job offers and skill matching.
• Medical exams and PCCs (GAMCA centers).
• Document attestation (e.g., UAE Embassy, Saudi Consulate).
• Compliance guidance with local labor laws.

Visa & Other Fees

Government Fees (Approximate)

• UAE: ₹6,900–₹23,000
• Saudi Arabia: ₹16,500–₹44,000
• Oman: ₹4,300–₹10,750
• Qatar: ₹4,600–₹23,000
• Kuwait: ₹5,400–₹20,250
• Bahrain: ₹4,400–₹11,000

Additional Costs

• Medical Exam: ₹3,000–₹6,000
• PCC: ₹500–₹2,000
• Attestation: ₹2,000–₹10,000/document
• IELTS (if needed): ₹16,250
• VFS Fee: ₹1,942–₹3,884
• Travel: ₹15,000–₹30,000
• Amalko Fees: ₹30,000–₹1,50,000 (Contact for exact quote)

Job Opportunities (2025)

Skilled

• Healthcare (Nurses, Doctors): ₹1,15,000–₹3,30,000/month
• Technology (Developers, IT): ₹1,61,000–₹4,40,000/month
• Engineering (Civil, Oil & Gas): ₹1,84,000–₹5,50,000/month

Unskilled

• Construction: ₹34,500–₹77,000/month
• Domestic: ₹23,000–₹55,000/month

Application Process

1. Secure job offer via Amalko recruiter network.
2. Eligibility check (qualifications, medicals, PCC).
3. Collect documents: passport, attestation, job letter.
4. Employer applies; Amalko coordinates with authorities.
5. Medical exam; visa/residence permit issued.
6. Work begins (1–3 months; UAE: as fast as 5 days).

ICT Professional Skills

The Gulf prefers a blend of tech and soft skills:

• Major ICT: Programming, cybersecurity, data/cloud systems.
• Minor ICT: Database management, IT support, basic coding.
• Non-ICT: Communication, decision-making, teamwork.

Tips for Indian Applicants

• Start 3–6 months early.
• Target in-demand roles: construction, healthcare, oil & gas.
• Use verified channels; avoid scams.
• Get documents attested early.
• Check official portals regularly: www.mohre.gov.ae, www.lmra.gov.bh