Can UAE Golden Visa holders work remotely from abroad while keeping their job?

Yes, under Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, remote work is a recognised work model and can be performed from outside the UAE—but only if both the employee and employer mutually agree and formally amend the employment contract to reflect the new arrangement, including work location, hours, and terms; the Golden Visa offers residency flexibility, but it does not override contractual obligations, meaning employers can approve orرفض such requests depending on job requirements. Do you think companies should be more flexible in allowing employees to work from abroad during personal emergencies, or should business needs come first?