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The Middle East is a high-growth region for many businesses, but immigration processes there are highly localized and changeable.
While Saudi Arabia in particular offers huge opportunities, especially for companies willing to set up their Regional Headquarters there, immigration regulations change frequently and with short notice. Government portals are generally in Arabic and may only be accessible from local devices. It’s essential to have a knowledgeable partner who can help you navigate the complexities and support your growth objectives.
Envoy Global’s culturally diverse teams provide full immigration services and support across the Gulf region and the entire Middle East, except where barred by U.S. government sanctions (e.g. Syria).
Notable Middle East Services
In addition to our comprehensive suite of immigration services, we offer a range of services specific to the needs of businesses looking to hire talent in the Middle East.
Services across the Emirates (UAE)
Golden visas (UAE)
Block Visa assessment, allocation, filing and amendment
Entry/Exit visas
Entity incorporation and renewals
Transfer of sponsorship of employees
Portal registration and subscriptions
GRO (Saudi) and PRO (UAE) Services
Corporate services
End to end document legalization and consular support
Saudization quota management
Government liaison
Assistance with work authorization for short- and long-term assignments/ employment
Middle East Associations
Our team regularly speaks at conferences, leadership roundtables and community events throughout the region.
Middle East Practice Leaders
The immigration professionals in our wholly owned offices in the UAE and Saudi Arabia speak multiple languages and can liaise effectively with government officials in this complex region, while providing clear communication and friendly, responsive service.
Middle East Immigration News Alerts
United Arab Emirates | March 12, 2026
United Arab Emirates Temporarily Allows Return of Residents with Expired Permits
Middle East Insights
Guide
Middle East: Situational Guidance and Regional Developments
This page serves as Envoy Global’s centralized resource for employers, foreign nationals and global mobility teams navigating the fast‑moving developments across the Middle East. It consolidates the latest government announcements, consular and embassy operations updates, travel disruptions and regional guidance into one continuously updated hub.
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Understanding the United Arab Emirates Emiratisation Workforce Policy
Emiratisation is a UAE’s policy requiring private‑sector employers to hire more Emirati nationals and reduce reliance on expatriate labor. Florabel Bautista, Senior Immigration Manager at Envoy Global's UAE Office, provides insight into how these requirements affect employers and outlines practical steps organizations can take to prepare for successful implementation.
Let’s talk about how we can help you in the Middle East, and around the world.
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