Live in United Arab Emirates while having a job in Bulgaria

Can I live in United Arab Emirates and work remotely for a company in Bulgaria?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. Make sure you have a valid visa for the UAE.
  2. Check if the company you are working for has a local office in the UAE.
  3. Make sure you have a valid visa for Bulgaria.
  4. Check if you have a valid visa for Bulgaria.
  5. Make sure you have the required documents for your visa.
  6. Check if you have a valid visa for the UAE.

Do I need a visa to work in the UAE?
No, you do not need a visa to work in the UAE.

How can I get a visa for the UAE?
If you are not a national of the UAE, you will need to apply for a visa.
Yes, you do not need a visa to work in the UAE.

What is the difference between a tourist visa and a work visa in the UAE?
A tourist visa is only valid for 14 days and can be extended for another 14 days. A work visa is valid for a minimum of 3 months and can be extended for another 3 months.

How to find remote work in Bulgaria while living in United Arab Emirates?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Bulgaria even though you are located in United Arab Emirates. For that we have some tips and tricks to get your first remote job in Bulgaria.

  1. Create a profile on Upwork
    Upwork is a platform where you can find work from home, freelancers, agencies, and corporations. It is a global platform, so you can get your first job in Bulgaria from any place in the world.
  2. Find a remote job in Bulgaria
    You can find a remote job in Bulgaria in different categories.
    Freelance job – You can find a remote job as a freelance worker or a virtual assistant.
    – You can find a remote job as a freelance worker or a virtual assistant. Agency job – You can find a remote job as a virtual assistant or a freelance worker for an agency.
    – You can find a remote job as a virtual assistant or a freelance worker for an agency. Corporate job – You can find a remote job as a virtual assistant or a freelance worker for a company.
  3. Make a profile on Upwork
    You have to make a profile on Upwork before starting to search for your first remote job in Bulgaria.

How to get paid in United Arab Emirates when working remotely for a corporation in Bulgaria?

You can get paid in United Arab Emirates even if you are working for a company in Bulgaria, however , the process of getting paid in United Arab Emirates will be a bit different.

You can get paid in United Arab Emirates even if you are working for a company in Bulgaria, however, the process of getting paid in United Arab Emirates will be a bit different.

How do taxes work in United Arab Emirates if I’m working remotely for a company United Arab Emirates?

When working remotely in United Arab Emirates for a firm based in Bulgaria, taxes might be tricky, therefore , it is important to know what to expect from the country. The tax system in United Arab Emirates is quite complex and is based on several factors such as the employer’s nationality, the employee’s nationality, the type of contract and the type of work done. United Arab Emirates' tax system is quite complex and is based on several factors such as the employer’s nationality, the employee’s nationality, the type of contract and the type of work done.