Running a business in the UAE comes with a unique set of administrative tasks and legal requirements. From work permits and employee visas to government correspondence and regulatory compliance, these need to be monitored and managed on an ongoing basis. And they don’t stop at the incorporation stage. They’re ongoing and critical to being legal and operational.

Many business owners manage these responsibilities by engaging a PRO service provider on an ad-hoc basis which can lead to inconsistent service and unpredictable costs. But there’s a better way – a retainer package. By bundling these essential services, you can simplify administrative tasks and stay compliant while freeing up resources to focus on your business.

The problems of individual service management

Managing PRO and visa services individually can be an administrative headache. One of the biggest issues is the cost of paying for services on an ad-hoc basis and using multiple service providers. This can quickly blow your budget and leave little for business development. Time management is another big issue, businesses often experience delays as they navigate the approvals from various government entities, each with their own requirements and timelines. This piecemeal approach can lead to inefficiencies as employees spend more time coordinating between different agencies instead of focusing on their job responsibilities. And keeping up with changing regulations and ensuring all processes are compliant adds another layer of complexity which can lead to penalties or operational disruptions if not managed properly.

PRO and visa retainer packages benefits

1. Retainer packages reduce the cost burden on your business by bundling multiple PRO and visa services into one fixed price. No more variable and surprise costs for individual services. For example, instead of paying separate fees for each visa application, legal consultation and compliance filing, you pay one fee that covers all. This simplifies your budgeting and allows you to plan better, avoiding surprise costs.
2. Having one provider manage all PRO and visa requirements simplifies the process and saves time. Centralised management eliminates the need to deal with multiple government entities or juggle multiple administrative tasks. You can redeploy your resources and personnel to more productive tasks and improve operational efficiency and employee satisfaction.
3. Retainer packages simplify the interaction with government agencies by reducing paperwork and expediting processing times. With experts who know the government procedures and have the right connections, the administrative burden is much less. This streamlined process not only speeds up time to compliance but also minimises errors and delays that occur when done individually.
4. A retainer package gives you one point of contact and a standardised service, so you get consistent service. This consistency builds trust between the service provider and the client, as businesses know their administrative needs are being managed by experts who are always involved and know their requirements.
5. By outsourcing routine administrative tasks to a dedicated service provider, you can focus more on strategic objectives like expansion, innovation and core services. This shift of focus from mundane tasks to strategic initiatives can improve business outcomes, drive growth and competitiveness in the market. With administrative tasks handled in the background, leaders and teams can focus more on what really matters – scaling and improving their business

How can Sovereign PPG help?

Sovereign PPG's operations and PRO teams process visa requirements for clients on a daily basis. With our teams visiting government departments weekly they obtain any new knowledge on process changes. There are many benefits to a Visa and PRO retainer package because we simplify the complex process of company licensing to visa, labour and immigration approvals. Whether you’re setting up or restructuring a business or need tailored local partner or PRO support in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, the wider UAE, Oman, Qatar or KSA, we are here to help. 

Get in touch with us for retainer package support on +971 (0)4 456 1761 (Dubai) +971 (0)2 448 5120 (Abu Dhabi) SovPPF@SovereignGroup.com or by filling out our contact form.