Welcome to the AL HUDHUD Document Clearing Services FAQ page. Here you’ll find answers to the most common questions about our services.
Visa Services
Q1: How long does it take to process a UAE visa?
Processing time depends on the visa type.
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Employment Visa: 10–14 days
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Family Visa: 7–10 days
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Partner Visa: 7–10 days
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Golden Visa: 1–2 weeks
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Visa Cancellation: 1–2 days
Q2: Can I sponsor my family members?
Yes, UAE residents with a valid visa and a minimum salary (usually AED 4,000–5,000) can sponsor their spouse, children, and parents.
Q3: What documents are required for visa processing?
Typically, passport, visa page, Emirates ID (if available), passport-size photos, tenancy contract (Ejari), and salary certificate/labour contract. Additional documents may be required depending on the visa type.
Business Setup & Licenses
Q4: What is the difference between Mainland and Freezone company setup?
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Mainland: Operate across the UAE and internationally, access government contracts, may require office space and local sponsor/service agent (for some activities).
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Freezone: 100% foreign ownership, tax benefits, easy setup, but restricted to trading within the freezone or internationally (local market requires a distributor/agent).
Q5: How long does it take to get a trade license?
Freezone and Mainland licenses usually take 1–10 business days, depending on the activity and jurisdiction.
Document Services
Q6: Why do I need attestation of documents?
Attestation is required to prove the authenticity of your educational, personal, or commercial documents for use in the UAE — for visas, jobs, business setup, or legal purposes.
Q7: Do you provide legal translation?
Yes, we provide certified legal translation into Arabic and other major languages, accepted by UAE authorities, courts, and government offices.
Banking Consultancy
Q8: Can you help me open a UAE business bank account?
Yes. We guide you through the process, review your documents, and connect you with suitable banks where your company has the highest chance of approval.
Q9: What is the minimum balance required to open a business account?
This depends on the bank, but most UAE banks require AED 25,000–100,000 as a minimum balance.
General
Q10: Are you a government authority?
No, we are a professional consultancy and document clearing service provider. All final approvals and decisions rest with the UAE government authorities.
Q11: How can I contact you for assistance?
You can reach us at:
address: 211 Al Nahda Street, OFFICE 201,FLOOR 2, AMER/COASTEL BUILDING, Dubai Dubai, United Arab Emirates