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Visa & Legal Help

Need help with visas, Emirates ID, or legal paperwork in Abu Dhabi? This guide covers trusted typing centers or Tasheel branches, and where to go for family sponsorship, translations, and pro bono legal support.

Emergency Visa Situations

Visa Expiring Soon:

  • Visit Tasheel center ASAP (AED 500-1,000 penalty fees)
  • Call: +971 600 590 000 (MOHRE hotline)

Lost Passport with Visa:

  • Report to police first (get report copy)
  • Visit your embassy immediately
  • Contact Tasheel for visa transfer process

Employment Issues:

  • Labor complaint hotline: 800-665
  • Free legal consultation: Abu Dhabi Legal Affairs
  • Emergency: Contact your embassy

Most Common Services & Where to Go

Service Needed Best Place Cost Range Time
Emirates ID ICP Center or Typing Center AED 100-170 3-5 days
Work Permit Tasheel Center AED 300-600 2-3 days
Family Visa Typing Center AED 1,000-2,500 1-2 weeks
Document Translation Typing Center AED 50-150 per page Same day
Medical Fitness Typing Center + Clinic AED 150-300 total 1-2 days
Visa Renewal Tasheel or Typing AED 500-1,500 3-7 days

Best Typing Centers in Abu Dhabi

Central Abu Dhabi (Downtown)

Al Manhal Typing Center – Electra Street

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  • Address: Electra Street, near Khalidiya Palace
  • Phone: +971 2 627 8888
  • Hours: 8 AM – 10 PM daily
  • Languages: Arabic, English, Urdu, Hindi
  • Specializes: Emirates ID, family visas, translations
  • Parking: Street parking available
  • Why choose: Fast service, experienced staff, central location

Emirates Typing Center – Hamdan Street

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  • Address: Hamdan Street, near Central Mall
  • Phone: +971 2 632 1234
  • Hours: 8 AM – 9 PM (Sat-Thu), 2 PM – 9 PM (Fri)
  • Best for: Work permits, contract typing, attestations
  • Languages: Arabic, English, Bengali, Malayalam
  • Special: Same-day rush service available (extra AED 50)

Mussafah Industrial Area

Landmark Typing Center

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  • Address: Mussafah M-14 area
  • Phone: +971 2 550 4007
  • Hours: 7 AM – 9 PM daily
  • Best for: Labor-related documents, competitive pricing
  • Languages: Arabic, English, Hindi, Urdu, Bengali
  • Popular with: Blue-collar workers, factory employees
  • Tip: Lowest prices in Abu Dhabi for basic services

Professional Typing Center – Mussafah

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  • Address: Musaffah Shabia 09
  • Phone: +971 2 555 7733
  • Hours: 8 AM – 9:30 PM daily
  • Rating: 4.8★ (1,200+ reviews)
  • Best for: Efficient service, timely completion
  • Special services: Insurance, driving license applications

Madinat Zayed Area

Nepal Community Typing Center

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  • Address: Madinat Zayed, near Gold Souk
  • Phone: +971 2 633 0688
  • Hours: 8 AM – 9 PM daily
  • Specializes: Nepal passport renewals, visa services for Nepali nationals
  • Languages: Nepali, Hindi, English, Arabic
  • Community focus: Popular among South Asian expats

Official Tasheel Centers

What is Tasheel?

Tasheel = Official MOHRE (Ministry of Human Resources) authorized centers for employment-related services

Main Tasheel Locations in Abu Dhabi:

Tasheel Abu Dhabi – Muroor Road

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  • Address: Muroor Road, near ADNOC headquarters
  • Phone: +971 2 444 8000
  • Hours: 8 AM – 8 PM (Sat-Thu), 2 PM – 8 PM (Fri)
  • Services: All employment visa services, work permits, labor contracts
  • Parking: Large parking area available
  • Tip: Less crowded early morning (8-10 AM)

Tasheel Mussafah

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  • Address: Mussafah Industrial City
  • Phone: +971 2 550 9000
  • Hours: 7 AM – 9 PM daily
  • Best for: Industrial workers, company PRO services
  • Languages: Arabic, English, Hindi, Urdu

Al Ain Tasheel Center

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  • Address: Al Ain Industrial Area
  • Phone: +971 3 702 8000
  • Hours: 8 AM – 6 PM (Sat-Thu)
  • Serves: Al Ain and surrounding areas

Tasheel-Only Services (Cannot be done at typing centers):

  • New work permit applications
  • Labor contract modifications
  • Employment dispute resolution
  • Company labor file management
  • Work permit cancellations

Emirates ID Services

Application Process:

ICP Official Centers:

ICP Main Center – Muroor Road

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  • Address: Near ADNOC HQ, Muroor Road
  • Phone: +971 600 522 222
  • Hours: 8 AM – 8 PM (Sat-Thu)
  • Services: New applications, renewals, replacements
  • Appointment: Required for biometrics

ICP Al Wahda Mall Branch

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  • Address: Al Wahda Mall, Level 2
  • Phone: +971 600 522 222
  • Hours: 10 AM – 10 PM daily
  • Best for: Convenient mall location, parking available

Typing Center Emirates ID Service:

Cost breakdown:

  • Government fee: AED 100
  • Typing center service: AED 50-70
  • Photos (if needed): AED 20
  • Total: AED 170-190

Document Translation & Attestation

Certified Translation Rates:

Best Translation Centers:

Professional Translation Center – Downtown

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  • Phone: +971 2 626 7777
  • Languages: 25+ languages available
  • Certification: MOHRE and court-approved
  • Rush service: Same day (+50% fee)

Al Thuraya Translation Services

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  • Phone: +971 2 635 8888
  • Specializes: Legal and medical documents
  • Popular for: Court-approved translations

Attestation Process:

Total time: 2-4 weeks
Total cost: AED 500-1,500 depending on document type

Family Visa Services

Required Documents:

Complete Family Visa Costs:

Family Member Visa Fee Medical Test Emirates ID Total
Spouse AED 1,200 AED 300 AED 170 AED 1,670
Child (under 18) AED 1,200 AED 250 AED 170 AED 1,620
Family of 4 total ~AED 6,500 ~AED 6,500

Family Visa Timeline:

Employment Visa & Work Permits

New Employment Visa Process:

Step 1: Work Permit (by employer)

  • MOHRE approval required
  • Labor contract preparation
  • Cost: AED 300-600
  • Time: 2-3 working days

Step 2: Entry Permit

  • After work permit approval
  • Cost: AED 500-800
  • Valid: 60 days for entry

Step 3: Medical Fitness

  • After arrival in UAE
  • Cost: AED 150-300
  • Takes: 1-2 days

Step 4: Residence Visa

  • After medical clearance
  • Cost: AED 1,200 (2 years) or AED 2,200 (3 years)
  • Emirates ID included

Employment Visa Renewal:

  • Before expiry: No penalties
  • 1-30 days late: AED 200 daily fine
  • 30+ days late: AED 200 daily + AED 1,000 penalty
  • 6 months overdue: Cancellation and deportation risk

Legal Support & Consultation

Free Legal Consultation:

Abu Dhabi Legal Affairs Department

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  • Phone: +971 2 813 4444
  • Hours: 8 AM – 2:30 PM (Sun-Thu)
  • Services: Basic legal advice, document review
  • Languages: Arabic, English
  • Requirement: UAE residents only

Labor Disputes Hotline

  • Phone: 800-665 (toll-free)
  • Hours: 24/7
  • Services: Employment-related complaints
  • Languages: Arabic, English, Hindi, Urdu

Paid Legal Services:

Al Tamimi & Company – Abu Dhabi

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  • Phone: +971 2 813 2444
  • Specializes: Corporate, employment, family law
  • Consultation: AED 500-1,000/hour
  • Languages: Arabic, English

BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates

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  • Phone: +971 2 626 9999
  • Specializes: Labor law, visa issues, family disputes
  • Consultation: AED 300-800/hour

Money-Saving Tips & Shortcuts

Cost Optimization:

  • Group applications: Family visas processed together save AED 100-200
  • Timing: Apply renewals 60 days before expiry (no rush fees)
  • Documentation: Keep all originals organized to avoid re-attestation
  • Medical packages: Some centers offer family medical packages

Time-Saving Tips:

  • Early morning visits: Less crowded, faster service
  • Online pre-application: Complete forms online before visiting
  • Document preparation: Have all papers ready and organized
  • Peak times to avoid: Thursday afternoons, Sunday mornings

Common Mistakes to Avoid:

Service Center Locations Map

Central Abu Dhabi:

  • Government services: Muroor Road corridor
  • Typing centers: Electra Street, Hamdan Street
  • Embassies: Diplomatic area near Marina Mall

Industrial Areas:

  • Mussafah: Multiple Tasheel and typing centers
  • ICAD: Limited services, travel to Mussafah for most needs

Island Communities:

  • Al Reem Island: Limited services, use mainland centers
  • Yas Island: Yas Mall has basic typing services
  • Saadiyat: Travel to central Abu Dhabi for government services

Emergency Situations:

  • Document lost: Report immediately, start replacement process
  • Visa expiring: Visit Tasheel within 24-48 hours
  • Employment issues: Contact MOHRE and legal support
  • Family emergencies: Contact embassy for expedited services

Remember: Keep digital and physical copies of ALL documents. Your phone photos can serve as emergency backups while you process official replacements.