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How long does it take to get employment visa?

I signed an offer with a premium hotel in Dubai & they are applying the employment visa, on my behalf. How long does it take generally & maximum how much time it can take?My present company needs a month notice period, to get a release letter. Will it be wise to put down the papers after I receive the visa?Or putting down the papers right now is advisable?

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1. To issue an employment entry permit to the UAE usually takes 2-3 weeks if all docs are in order. When you should resign from your current job, depends on the date you are suppose to start your new position. Do you still have any leave days left? If yes, don't forget to deduct the same of the 30 days notice.
2. yes that's right, normally takes 2 to 3 weeks..that is if the PRO, the person in charge to process your visa will pay attention to it and will prepare and submit all your documents on time. Most of delays are coming from the PRO, i didnt say all of them but most of these PROs are very, very slow.. you are lucky if your new company has proven and dedicated PRO who acts on time. if the authorized persons to sign in the applications are not available, that will also be another cause of delay. Goodluck.