Security Check

[Rooka]

I know that we are coming up on the Holy month of Ramadan and naturally things will start to slow down moving forward until around Sept 10th or so but does anyone have an idea on how long security checks usually take. I contacted the HR at the Emirate company about 9 days ago and she said that the matter should be done within a week or so. I am starting to get the feeling it takes longer, anyone able to shed some light on their own experiences?

Thanks

[Elphaba]

Security check? Are you referring to residence visas? Even in Ramadan these can take just a few days, but it really depends on your company and the PRO.
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[Rooka]

Originally Posted by Elphaba

Security check? Are you referring to residence visas? Even in Ramadan these can take just a few days, but it really depends on your company and the PRO.
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I guess I am referring to the security check/clearance that the government has to do before a company in the UAE can offer a contract. It's been about 9 days so far in this process. Just wanted to gauge and see what other people's experiences were/are?

[Elphaba]

Originally Posted by Rooka

I guess I am referring to the security check/clearance that the government has to do before a company in the UAE can offer a contract. It's been about 9 days so far in this process. Just wanted to gauge and see what other people's experiences were/are?

There isn't a 'security' check. All applications for residency visas have to be approved by the Ministry and it can take anything from a couple of days to several weeks.
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[Rooka]

Originally Posted by Elphaba

There isn't a 'security' check. All applications for residency visas have to be approved by the Ministry and it can take anything from a couple of days to several weeks.
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Ahh I see, the employer/HR referred to it as security check guess its just more commonly known as applying for a residency visa. Either way, guess it is still taking a fair bit of time.

Thanks for the help Elphaba

[Mohammed-Awaad]

Hi
I understand what u are talking about
it may take two weeks

[Rooka]

That's good to know. I think I am going to be at the two week mark the beginning of next week.
Hopefully I will hear from them then

[flekke101]

hey Rooka,

I just posted below.. I am in a similar situation.. did you hear back yet?

I recently accepted a position with a financial institution located in DIFC, I was told that my application for an entry permit is "with Security" and this process can take 5-6 working days. My employer informed that my application was accepted on August 11th 2010 but it is still being processed.

Should I expect long delays due to the month of Ramadan? Is there anyone out there in similar situation? I read somewhere that General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs-Dubai hours are still pretty normal (9am-6 pm) as they are running 2 shifts.

I would really appreciate it if someone can shed some light on this situation as I am not familiar with how thing function over there.

thanks

[Rooka]

I ended up hearing back in about two weeks time total. So perhaps expect a small delay cause it is Ramadan.

Originally Posted by flekke101

hey Rooka,

I just posted below.. I am in a similar situation.. did you hear back yet?

I recently accepted a position with a financial institution located in DIFC, I was told that my application for an entry permit is "with Security" and this process can take 5-6 working days. My employer informed that my application was accepted on August 11th 2010 but it is still being processed.

Should I expect long delays due to the month of Ramadan? Is there anyone out there in similar situation? I read somewhere that General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs-Dubai hours are still pretty normal (9am-6 pm) as they are running 2 shifts.

I would really appreciate it if someone can shed some light on this situation as I am not familiar with how thing function over there.

thanks

[flekke101]

Originally Posted by Rooka

I ended up hearing back in about two weeks time total. So perhaps expect a small delay cause it is Ramadan.

Thanks, I hope things went. I guess I will have to sit tight for a few more days then.