NOC Letter from Employer for Visa Application (UAE) – Template & Tips

Almost every embassy asks UAE employees for a letter from their employer – often called an NOC (No Objection Certificate) or employment letter. It proves you have a job to return to, which is one of the strongest "ties" in your application.

What the letter must include

Company letterhead with address, phone and trade licence details
Date of issue (recent – ideally within the last 30 days)
Addressed to the embassy / consulate of the country you are visiting
Your full name, passport number and nationality
Job title and date of joining
Monthly salary (and allowances, if relevant)
Approved leave dates and confirmation you will resume work afterwards
Statement that the company has no objection to your travel
Name, title, signature and company stamp of the authorised person (usually HR)

Template

[Company letterhead]

Date: [DD Month YYYY]

To: The Embassy of [Country], [Abu Dhabi / Dubai]

Subject: No Objection Certificate – [Employee full name]

This is to certify that Mr./Ms. [Full name], holder of [Nationality] passport
no. [Number], has been employed with [Company name], Dubai, United Arab Emirates,
since [Joining date] as [Job title].

His/Her current monthly salary is AED [Amount] (gross).

He/She has been granted annual leave from [Start date] to [End date] and will
resume duties on [Return date].

The company has no objection to his/her travel to [Country] for tourism during
this period.

For any verification, please contact us at [Phone] / [Email].

Sincerely,

[Name]
[Title – HR Manager]
[Signature and company stamp]

Common mistakes

Salary in the letter doesn't match bank statement credits
Leave dates don't match flight bookings
Missing stamp or signature
Generic "To whom it may concern" when the embassy expects it addressed to them

Business owners and freelancers

If you own a company, provide your trade licence and a letter on company letterhead signed by you as owner/partner. Freelancers provide their freelance permit and contracts or invoices.

We check your NOC as part of every application – start with a free check or read our Schengen document checklist.

Frequently asked questions

Is an NOC mandatory for a Schengen visa from the UAE?

Most embassies expect an employment letter or NOC from employees. It is one of the key documents proving you will return.

Should the NOC mention my salary?

Yes. Embassies usually want to see your salary, and it should match your bank statement credits.

How recent should the NOC be?

Ideally issued within the last 30 days before your application.

Please note: visa rules change often. This guide is general information for UAE residents and was last reviewed on 16 Oct 2026. Always confirm the current requirements for your nationality before you apply – our consultants do this for free. Travelax is a private agency and is not affiliated with any embassy or government.