The Consulate General of the Republic of Tunisia in Dubai has announced that the UAE authorities have introduced a new requirement for Tunisian nationals seeking new work visas in the country. According to a decision by the UAE Cabinet, number 36/1 of 2026, applicants must now provide a certificate of good conduct, known as "بطاقة عدد 3", issued by the relevant authorities and authenticated by the UAE Embassy in Tunisia.
This new requirement, which comes into effect on October 26, 2026, applies to Tunisian workers who are applying for new work visas in the UAE. The Consulate General of Tunisia in Dubai made the announcement in a statement published on Thursday, October 8, 2026. The move aims to enhance the verification process for foreign workers in the UAE.
The Consulate also provided clarification for Tunisian nationals currently in the UAE on visit visas, who have secured job opportunities and wish to regularize their legal status. Such individuals have been granted a 45-day period from the date the decision comes into effect to complete the necessary procedures and obtain work visas.
The UAE authorities have been strengthening their regulations and verification processes for foreign workers in recent times. This new requirement for Tunisian nationals is part of these efforts, aimed at ensuring a safer and more efficient labor market in the country.
The Consulate General of Tunisia in Dubai has urged Tunisian nationals to take note of this new requirement and to plan accordingly. The Consulate has also assured that it will provide assistance and guidance to those who need it, to facilitate a smooth transition to the new visa requirements.
The decision to introduce this new requirement was made by the UAE Cabinet, highlighting the importance of cooperation between the UAE and Tunisia on labor and visa-related matters. The two countries have been working to enhance their bilateral relations and to facilitate the movement of people between them.
The new visa requirement for Tunisian nationals in the UAE is a significant development in the labor market, and it is expected to have an impact on the thousands of Tunisian workers currently employed in the country. The Consulate General of Tunisia in Dubai will continue to provide updates and information on the implementation of this new requirement.
Key points
- Tunisian nationals seeking new work visas in the UAE must provide a certificate of good conduct, effective October 26, 2026.
- The new requirement applies to Tunisian workers applying for new work visas in the UAE, while those with existing visit visas have 45 days to regularize their status.
- The UAE authorities have been strengthening regulations and verification processes for foreign workers, aiming to create a safer and more efficient labor market.
