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How Long Does It Take to Deploy Workers from India to UAE?

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Updated January 15, 2024
Bipin Biju
Bipin Biju
Founder & CEO, Mahad Employment Services

Complete Timeline: India to UAE Deployment

Standard deployment from India to UAE takes 21-30 days from candidate selection. This timeline assumes all employer documents are ready and there are no delays in approvals.

Week 1: Candidate Selection & Documentation (Days 1-7)

Days 1-3: Requirement Analysis & Shortlisting

  • Review your job description and requirements
  • Shortlist candidates from our database
  • Conduct initial phone screening

Days 4-5: Skills Assessment

  • Practical trade test at assessment center
  • Document verification (certificates, experience letters)
  • Video recording of tests if required

Days 6-7: Employer Selection

  • Share candidate profiles and test results
  • Coordinate employer interviews (phone/video)
  • Finalize selected candidates

Week 2: Medical & Documentation (Days 8-14)

Days 8-10: GAMCA Medical

  • Book appointment at authorized GAMCA center
  • Complete medical examination
  • Receive medical report (fit/unfit)

Days 11-14: Document Preparation

  • Educational certificate attestation
  • Police Clearance Certificate
  • Passport copy preparation
  • Employment contract signing

Week 3: eMigrate & Visa Processing (Days 15-21)

Days 15-17: eMigrate Registration

  • Submit application on eMigrate portal
  • Employer verification
  • Emigration clearance

Days 18-21: Visa Processing

  • Visa stamping coordination
  • Entry permit processing
  • Travel booking

Week 4: Pre-Departure & Travel (Days 22-30)

Days 22-25: Pre-Departure

  • Pre-departure orientation
  • Document folder preparation
  • Airport briefing

Days 26-30: Travel & Arrival

  • Flight coordination
  • Airport assistance
  • Worker arrival in UAE

Factors That Can Extend Timeline

  • Employer document delays
  • Medical issues requiring treatment
  • Attestation backlogs
  • Visa approval delays
  • Public holidays

How to Expedite Deployment

  • 1.Keep all employer documents ready before starting
  • 2.Provide clear job descriptions
  • 3.Respond quickly to candidate profiles
  • 4.Ensure employment contracts are pre-approved

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Frequently Asked Questions: Hiring Manpower for UAE

Q1.What is the fastest deployment time possible?

The fastest possible deployment is around 18-20 days, assuming all employer documents are ready, candidates pass medical on first attempt, and there are no approval delays.

Q2.What causes delays in deployment?

Common delays include: employer documents not ready, candidates failing medical exam, attestation backlogs, visa approval delays, and public holidays in India or UAE.

Q3.Can we deploy workers faster for urgent requirements?

Yes, we maintain a pre-screened pool of workers with valid medicals and documentation. For urgent requirements, we can often reduce timeline by 5-7 days.