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Marcin is a Director at Fragomen’s Dubai office. He is responsible for monitoring and informing clients of changes to immigration regulations and processes in various jurisdictions across the Middle East and North Africa. Marcin collaborates with the firm's Knowledge group on the maintenance of Fragomen’s global immigration library for the Middle East. He provides clients with informative resources, such as immigration snapshots, client alerts and fact sheets; helps to maintain the Fragomen knowledge portal; and is involved in arranging compliance audits for clients.

Marcin speaks English and Polish.

Education

  • Andrzej-Frycz Modrzewski Krakow University, M.A., 2007

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Experience

Consulted with clients on the full range of UAE immigration matters, including applications, processes and visa requirements.

Worked with clients to conduct comprehensive compliance risk assessments.

Publications and lectures

Speaker, “Navigating Business with Saudi Government Entities: Bidding Process, Etimad Platform, and RHQ.” American Chamber of Commerce Saudi Arabia Professional Services, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 19 May 2025.

Panelist, “Connecting Regions: Chinese Multinationals Navigating the business and mobility landscape in Africa and the Middle East.” Fragomen's Middle East & Africa Conference: Vision, Innovation, and Transformation, Dubai, UAE, 12 November 2024.

Quoted, “Domestic Workers and Employers in UAE to Benefit from New Low-Cost Employee Insurance Policy.” The National, October 2018.

Author, “The Impact of Oman’s Expat Recruitment Ban.” Arabian Business, July 2018.

Quoted, “Tech innovations.” 999 Magazine, July 2018.

Author, “Changes to the UAE’s worker classification system.” Gulf Business, December 2017.

Author, “Cut in labour penalties to promote more effective business.” Emirates 24/7, September 2017.

Author, “Art of recruitment.” Oil and Gas Middle East, September 2017.

Co-Author, “Visas-on-arrival to boost UAE ties with China, India, Russia.” Emirates 24/7, July 2017.

Author, “Can I work part-time or freelance for a company while I'm on my husband's sponsorship?” Aquarius Magazine, Issue 12340, March 2016.

Marcin’s insights

November 6, 2025 | Conference

GME Live | EMEARead more

July 1, 2025 | Blog post

2025 Middle East and Africa Immigration Trends: Balancing Localization Concerns with Global Talent Attraction Efforts Read more

November 18, 2024 | Blog post

Unlocking Opportunities: UAE's Mission Visa in Free ZonesRead more
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2025 Middle East and Africa Immigration Trends: Balancing Localization Concerns with Global Talent Attraction Efforts Read more

November 18, 2024 | Blog post

Unlocking Opportunities: UAE's Mission Visa in Free ZonesRead more
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T:971 (0) 4 818 1722

F:971 (0) 4 429 1392

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Fragomen FZ-LLC

Office G01, Ground Floor EIB 4 Building Dubai Internet City PO Box 506626

Dubai DU PO Box 506626

United Arab Emirates

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Marcin’s insights

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GME Live | EMEARead more

July 1, 2025 | Blog post

2025 Middle East and Africa Immigration Trends: Balancing Localization Concerns with Global Talent Attraction Efforts Read more

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Unlocking Opportunities: UAE's Mission Visa in Free ZonesRead more
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Office G01, Ground Floor EIB 4 Building Dubai Internet City PO Box 506626

Dubai DU PO Box 506626

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Marcin’s insights

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GME Live | EMEARead more

July 1, 2025 | Blog post

2025 Middle East and Africa Immigration Trends: Balancing Localization Concerns with Global Talent Attraction Efforts Read more

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Unlocking Opportunities: UAE's Mission Visa in Free ZonesRead more
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Fragomen FZ-LLC

Office G01, Ground Floor EIB 4 Building Dubai Internet City PO Box 506626

Dubai DU PO Box 506626

United Arab Emirates

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July 1, 2025 | Blog post

2025 Middle East and Africa Immigration Trends: Balancing Localization Concerns with Global Talent Attraction Efforts Read more

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