Middle East

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.  

Florabel Bautista

Senior Manager, UAE

Anita Chalke

Anita Chalke

Senior Manager, KSA

Boris Ritter

Senior Director, Middle East and APAC

Philipp von Zitzewitz

Director, UAE and Managing Director, Saudi Arabia

Middle East Immigration News Alerts

Bahrain | December 3, 2025

Bahrain Lowers Real Estate Investment Threshold for Golden Residency

Saudi Arabia | November 25, 2025

Saudi Arabia Qiwa Employment Contract with Najiz Authentication

Kuwait | November 12, 2025

Kuwait Introduces Exit Permit Requirement for Foreign Nationals

Middle East Insights

Emirati and corporate professionals shake hands in a modern UAE office, representing Emiratisation and workforce integration.

Article

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.

Learn how to obtain an Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) in Saudi Arabia and navigate regulatory steps with Envoy Global’s support.

Article

Investing in Saudi Arabia: Transitioning to the Investment Registration Certificate

Learn how to obtain an Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) in Saudi Arabia and navigate regulatory steps with Envoy Global’s support.

Your Guide to Saudi Arabia’s Premium Residency Options

Webinar

Saudi Arabia’s Regional Headquarters Advantage: Example

Join Envoy Global and SaudiPathway.com for a live webinar about Saudi Arabia’s Regional Headquarters License.

Let’s talk about how we can help you in the Middle East, and around the world.

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