A business visa is a special permit, that allows foreigners to enter and stay in UAE for business activities like attending meetings or starting a company. It is issued by General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) or respective freezone. You can get it for 30 days, 60 days, 90 days, 2 years, 5 years, and even 10 years, depending on your eligibility and personal needs. You can obtain a business visa in any of the Emirates of UAE: Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah Abu Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, and Umm Al Quwain. If you wish to engage in business activities in Dubai, you must hold a Dubai business visa. Visa requirements for entering and staying in Dubai depend upon the individual’s nationality.