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Significant Changes in Dubai Golden Visa Rules
New Dubai Residence Permit Options (Green Visa)
New Dubai Entry Visa Types
Updated Conditions for the "Golden Visa"
The "Golden Visa" is a prestigious program offering a 10-year residence permit in the UAE. It is generally granted to investors, entrepreneurs, and individuals with outstanding talents in fields such as science, art, medicine, and sports. One of the most important updates is the removal of restrictions on the amount of time visa holders can spend outside the UAE. This provides visa holders with great flexibility in their global travels.
Previously, to obtain a "Golden Visa," an investment of at least AED 10 million in real estate was required. Furthermore, properties under construction or those purchased with a loan did not qualify. The new rules have significantly relaxed these conditions:
Entrepreneurs can now apply for the Golden Visa by purchasing or becoming a partner in a startup registered in any emirate and classified as an SME. The only condition is that the startup must have an annual income of at least AED 1 million and obtain approval from the Ministry of Economy or an accredited business incubator.
Dubai continues to attract talented professionals from all over the world. The application conditions for experts who make a difference in fields like science, medicine, law, management, and technology have been simplified. To apply for the 10-year Golden Visa, it is now sufficient to meet one of the following conditions:
Foreign students who graduate with high distinction from schools or universities in the UAE, as well as graduates from the world's top 100 universities, can now apply for a 10-year Golden Visa.
The age limit for sons sponsored under their parents' Golden Visa has been raised from 18 to 25. For unmarried daughters, the age limit has been completely removed.
In the event of the primary visa holder's death, family members can continue to reside in the UAE until the visa expires.
Families can bring any number of domestic helpers (maids, nannies, etc.) with them.
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The new rules introduce a new and flexible 5-year residence permit type called "Green Residence" for talented foreigners. This visa specifically targets freelancers, specialists, and entrepreneurs and does not require a sponsor. When the visa expires, holders are granted a 6-month grace period to stay in the country.
Freelancers who were previously only eligible for a 2-year permit can now apply for the 5-year Green Visa. An employer or sponsor is not required for this visa. The applicant must provide:
The "Green Residence" also replaces the existing 2-year permit for entrepreneurs. For this visa type, the investor will need to obtain approval from government agencies and document their total investment amount if they hold multiple licenses.
Skilled professionals wishing to obtain a 5-year Green Residence visa must meet the following requirements:
The most significant innovations are:
A special visa type has been created for highly qualified professionals who want to live and work in Dubai. This visa allows sponsor-free entry into the country to search for jobs and evaluate career opportunities on-site. Graduates from the world's top 500 universities and experienced professionals at specific professional levels can apply.
This visa is designed for business people and investors who want to explore investment and business opportunities in person and does not require a sponsor.
Designed for frequent travelers, this visa offers multiple entries over 5 years. It allows a stay of up to 90 consecutive days per entry, which can be extended once for another 90 days (the total stay cannot exceed 180 days per year). To apply, proof of a bank balance of 4,000 USD or its equivalent for the last 6 months is required.
You no longer need a sponsor to visit a relative or friend living in the UAE. It is sufficient that the person being visited is a UAE citizen or resident.
Professionals who are on a probationary period or have come to the UAE temporarily for a specific project can apply for this visa. A temporary contract or letter of intent from the employer, along with a medical certificate, is sufficient for the application.
This is a new visa type for those who wish to attend training, courses, or internship programs in the UAE. To participate in these programs organized by government or licensed private institutions, it is sufficient to obtain a letter from the educational institution detailing the program's specifics and duration. A visa application can be made with this letter.
Thanks to the new rules, travellers, students, professionals and freelancers will now be able to enter the country and extend their stay without needing an invitation or sponsor. One of the most notable changes is that the standard visitor visa has been extended from 30 days to 60 days, with the possibility of a further 60-day extension.
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