Visa Typist (Jafza Portal experience)

JD.COM; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a Visa Typist / Visa Officer to manage visa operations in JAFZA. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of visa regulations, excellent typing skills, and the ability to maintain accurate financial records. This role involves processing visa applications, ensuring compliance with UAE regulations, and providing support to employees regarding visa procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in visa processing and UAE government portal usage.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE visa regulations (mainland and Jafza).
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end visa processes including applications, renewals, cancellations, and transfers.
• Maintain detailed records of visa activities including document expiry dates.
• Prepare and update visa-related expense reports.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Financial Reporting

Data Entry

Organization

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Visa Typist / Visa Officer to join our team and manage visa operations in JAFZA. This role is ideal for a candidate with excellent knowledge of JAFZA portals, strong typing and documentation skills, and the ability to maintain accurate financial records related to visa processing.

Key Responsibilities

Visa Processing & Government Portal Management

• Manage end-to-end visa processes including applications, renewals, cancellations, and transfers.
• Use of JAFZA system for accurate and timely submissions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant UAE labor and immigration regulations.

Documentation & Record Keeping

• Maintain detailed records of visa activities including document expiry dates and application status.
• Ensure all documentation is submitted accurately and within required timelines.

Employee Support & Communication

• Provide clear communication and support to employees regarding visa procedures.
• Act as a liaison between internal departments (HR, Finance, PROs) and external stakeholders.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and update visa-related expense reports, including:
• Application and renewal fees
• Medical tests and Emirates ID costs
• PRO service fees and other related expenses
• Monitor fee changes and ensure accurate budget forecasting and tracking.
• Submit timely reports to HR and finance teams with supporting documentation.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 2 years of experience in visa processing and UAE government portal usage.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE visa regulations (mainland and Jafza).
• Strong financial reporting skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Fast, accurate typing and excellent data entry skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.

If you're a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for efficiency and compliance, we invite you to join our growing team.