• Residence Visa for Employer or Employee; A residence permit allows private sector workers to live in the country for two years initially. It can be renewed for additional periods, following the same conditions under which it was first granted.

Requirements; 

  ⇒ Passport copy.

  ⇒ Recent individual photo with a white background for the sponsored person.

  ⇒ Official medical examination approval from the relevant authorities for individuals aged 18 and above.

•  The Golden Visa; is an extended residency permit that allows foreign individuals with special skills to live, work, or study in the UAE, all while enjoying exclusive privileges. Eligible individuals include investors, entrepreneurs, scientists, exceptional students and graduates, humanitarian leaders, and frontline heroes. The criteria and advantages of the Golden Visa herein;

1. Get a six-month entry visa with multiple entries to start the residence issuance process.
2. Secure a long-term residence visa, renewable for 5 or 10 years.
3. Enjoy the perk of not requiring a sponsor.
4. Stay outside the UAE for more than the usual six months while keeping your residence visa valid.
5. Sponsor your family members, including spouses and children, regardless of their ages.
6. Sponsor an unlimited number of domestic helpers.
7. If the primary Golden visa holder passes away, family members can stay in the UAE until the permit duration ends.

Requirements;

Requirements for the Golden visa depend on the type of residence, like investor, talent, entrepreneur, etc.

⇒ Investors in Public Investments:

• If you invest in an investment fund, you could get a Golden Visa for 10 years without a sponsor.
• Requirements include submitting a letter from an accredited UAE investment fund confirming a deposit of AED two million.
• Alternatively, submit a valid commercial or industrial license and a memorandum of association indicating an investor’s capital is at least AED two million.
• Provide a letter from the Federal Tax Authority confirming an annual payment of no less than AED 250,000.
• Additionally, you must own the invested capital outright (not a loan) and show proof of medical insurance for yourself and your family.

  ⇒ Real Estate Investors:

• If you own property worth at least AED two million, you can get a Golden Visa for 5 years, renewable under the same conditions, without a sponsor.
• Provide a letter from the land department stating your property ownership.
• If you buy property with a loan, it must be from specific local banks approved by the competent local entity.

  ⇒ Entrepreneurs:

• Entrepreneurs can get a Golden Visa for 5 years if they own an economic project of a technical or future nature based on risk and innovation.
• Requirements include approval letters from an auditor confirming a project value of at least AED 500,000, authorities confirming the project’s nature, and an accredited business incubator in the UAE.

  ⇒ Outstanding Specialized Talents:

• Doctors, scientists, creative individuals in culture and art, inventors, executives, specialists in scientific fields, athletes, doctoral degree holders, and specialists in engineering and science.
• Fields related to engineering and science include epidemiology, viruses, artificial intelligence, big data, computer engineering, electronic engineering, software engineering, electrical engineering, genetics, and biotechnology engineering.
• Golden visa for 10 years based on specific requirements for each category.

  ⇒ Outstanding Students:

• High school students with a minimum grade of 95% may get a Golden Visa for 5 years without a sponsor, subject to a recommendation letter from the Ministry of Education.
• University students can get a Golden Visa for 10 years without a sponsor if their university is rated A or B class and they meet GPA requirements.
• Outstanding students from foreign universities may get a Golden Visa for 10 years with specific conditions.

  ⇒ Pioneers of Humanitarian Work:

• Pioneers of humanitarian work can get a Golden Visa for 10 years. Categories include employees of international and regional organizations, employees of civil associations and public interest institutions, individuals with appreciation awards from humanitarian organizations, and funders of humanitarian work.

  ⇒ Frontline Heroes:

• Frontline heroes in crises like the COVID-19 pandemic can get a Golden Visa with a recommendation from a competent authority. Heroes include nurses, medical assistants, lab technicians, pharmacologists, and other approved cadres.

obtaining a residence visa in the UAE provides private sector workers with a two-year stay, with the possibility of renewal, subject to the initial conditions. The requirements include a passport copy, recent individual photo, and medical examination approval for individuals aged 18 and above.

On the other hand, the Golden Visa offers an extended residency permit with exclusive privileges for individuals with special skills, such as investors, entrepreneurs, scientists, outstanding students, and frontline heroes. The Golden Visa comes with various criteria and advantages, including the ability to sponsor family members, stay outside the UAE for extended periods while keeping the visa valid, and the absence of a sponsor requirement.

The requirements for the Golden Visa depend on the type of residence sought. Investors in public investments need to confirm a deposit of AED two million, while real estate investors must prove ownership of property worth at least AED two million. Entrepreneurs, outstanding specialized talents, outstanding students, pioneers of humanitarian work, and frontline heroes also have specific criteria for obtaining the Golden Visa.

The flexibility and diverse options offered by the Golden Visa program cater to individuals with different skills and contributions, making it a comprehensive and inclusive pathway for those seeking extended residency in the UAE. Whether it’s fostering innovation, recognizing academic excellence, or honoring the contributions of frontline heroes, the Golden Visa stands as a testament to the UAE’s commitment to attracting and retaining exceptional individuals from various fields.