Licensing, PRO & Visas
PRO Services in Dubai & the UAE
PRO (Public Relations Officer) services handle a company’s government paperwork: visa and Emirates ID processing, labour contracts, licence renewals, amendments and typing-centre and ministry submissions. Outsourcing PRO work avoids missed deadlines and saves a full-time hire.
Last reviewed · Reviewed by Mahmoud Mansour, Founder & Managing Director (lawyer in the UAE since 2006) · EH Management Consultancy LLC, Dubai
At a glance
Key facts about pRO Services
- Typical bodies
- DET or free zone, MOHRE, GDRFA and ICP
- Common tasks
- Visas, Emirates ID, labour cards, licence renewals, amendments
- Delivery models
- Per-task, monthly retainer or annual package
- Main benefit
- Deadlines tracked and filed correctly the first time
- Typical risk avoided
- Expired licences, visas and fines
Who it is for
Is this the right service for you?
- Companies without an in-house government liaison
- Owners with growing headcount
- Free zone and mainland companies renewing yearly
- Founders living outside the UAE
Process
How it works, step by step
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01
Audit current status
List licences, visas and expiry dates.
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02
Choose a service model
Per-task, retainer or annual package.
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03
Hand over documents
Share the company and employee files.
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04
Track deadlines
A shared calendar tracks renewals and approvals.
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05
Receive confirmations
Receive stamped documents and status updates.
Documents
What you typically need
- Trade licence and establishment card
- Passport and visa copies of staff
- Ejari or lease
- Labour and insurance records
Cost
What drives the price
Fees depend on your situation, so we quote after a short consultation with no hidden extras. The main factors are:
- Number of employees and visas
- Task volume
- Government fees (separate)
- Urgent processing needs
Frequently asked
Questions about pRO Services
What does PRO stand for?
PRO stands for Public Relations Officer, the person or service that processes company paperwork with UAE government departments.
Do I need a PRO if I am in a free zone?
Free zones handle some tasks themselves, but visas, Emirates ID and renewals still benefit from a PRO for speed and accuracy.
Are government fees included in PRO charges?
Usually no. Government fees are paid at cost; the PRO charges a service fee on top.
Can I use PRO services from outside the UAE?
Yes, most tasks can be handled remotely with signed authorisations, apart from biometrics and medical visits.
Official sources
Verify it yourself
Rules and fees change. These government and regulator pages are the authoritative references behind this page.
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