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The Golden Visa system essentially offers long-term residency (5 and 10 years) to people belonging to the following specified groups; investors, entrepreneurs, individuals with outstanding talents the likes of researchers, medical professionals, and those within the scientific and knowledge fields, and remarkable students.
The main benefit would probably be security; through the issuance of the Golden Visa, the UAE government has made it clear that they are committed to providing expatriates, investors and essentially everyone looking to make the UAE their home an extra reason to feel secure about their future.
Requirements of Golden visa vary according to each group but are contingent on the individuals’ adherence to the terms and conditions under which the Golden Visa was granted.
This 10-year long visa may be extended to include business partners, providing that each partner contributes AED 10 million. The long-term visa can also include the holder’s spouse and children, as well as one executive director and one advisor. This visa may also be renewed.
The individuals listed under the specialized talents category includes doctors, researchers, scientists, investors and artists. These individuals may be granted a 10-year visa following accreditations granted by their respective departments and fields. The visa also extends to their spouses and children.
The requirements for the 5-year visa are largely similar to those of the general investor. The only difference being the amount of investment required is set at AED 5 million. The visa also extends to their dependents.
Entrepreneurs are open to gain a 5-year residency visa in the UAE. The eligibility requirements extend to having an existing project with a minimum capital of AED 500,000, or those who have the approval of an accredited business incubator in the country.
They are allowed a multi-entry visa for six months, renewable for another six months. The long-term visa includes the spouse and children, a partner and three executives.
Exceptional high school and university students are eligible for a 5-year residency visa in the UAE.
High school students who rank top in the country -95% grades a minimum grade of and students from certain universities with a GPA of 3.75 or higher upon graduation.
In addition to the aforementioned, foreign nationals who are looking to set up their business in the UAE may also apply for permanent residency (5 years) through the Golden Business Visa scheme.
The Golden Visa system essentially offers long-term residency (5 and 10 years) to people belonging to the following specified groups; investors, entrepreneurs, individuals with outstanding talents the likes of researchers, medical professionals and those within the scientific and knowledge fields, and remarkable students.
The main benefit would probably be security; through the issuance of the Golden Visa, the UAE government has made it clear that they are committed to providing expatriates, investors and essentially everyone looking to make the UAE their home an extra reason to feel secure about their future.
The “Thrive in Abu Dhabi” programme promotes long-term Golden Visas and a pathway to citizenship for international talent working, creating, studying, excelling and investing in key sectors and specialties in Abu Dhabi.
The UAE’s Golden Visa is available in Abu Dhabi for international investors and top talent from around the world, providing them with visas for up to 10 years. This includes people and researchers in the fields of science and knowledge such as doctors, specialists, scientists and inventors. It is also open to talented creative and sporting individuals, and business, start-up and real estate investors in the emirate.
Abu Dhabi boasts a number of high-growth areas that are creating opportunities for talented individuals to grow, achieve and succeed. These include creative industries, R&D, healthcare, agriculture, financial services and a thriving start-up ecosystem.
With its unparalleled lifestyle, rich culture and diverse population, Abu Dhabi is a place to live, work and invest. A place to call home.
When thrive, we all thrive.
Investors in Abu Dhabi are eligible for a 10-year visa if they fulfil one or more of the following criteria:
Investments must be retained for at least two years after the visa has been issued.
The Investor Visa includes visas for spouses, children, one advisor and one executive director.
The visa holder can sponsor a domestic worker, subject to relevant regulations.
Real estate investors are eligible for a 5-year visa if they fulfil the below criteria:
The investment must be retained for at least two years after the visa is issued.
The Real Estate Investor Visa includes visas for spouses and children.
The visa holder can sponsor a domestic worker, subject to relevant regulations.
Entrepreneurs are eligible for a 5-year visa if they fulfil one or more of the below criteria:
The Entrepreneur Visa includes visas for spouses and children.
The visa holder can sponsor employees to work in the company; these visas will be valid only while employed by the company.
The visa holder can sponsor a domestic worker, subject to relevant regulations.
Abu Dhabi offers a 5-year visa for top-performing students with promising scientific ability.
Students are eligible if they fulfil the below criteria:
The High School Student Visa includes visas for parents and dependent siblings.
Abu Dhabi offers a 10-year visa for highly qualified university graduates.
Graduates are eligible if they fulfil the below criteria:
The University Graduate Visa includes visas for parents, dependent siblings, spouses and children, if the graduate has the financial means to do so and is able to provide accommodation.
Abu Dhabi offers a 10-year visa for talented individuals in nine categories including:
Eligibility requirements:
The visa includes visas for spouses and children.
The visa holder can sponsor a domestic worker, subject to relevant regulations.
Eligibility requirements:
The visa includes visas for spouses and children.
The visa holder can sponsor a domestic worker, subject to relevant regulations.
Eligibility Requirements:
The visa includes visas for spouses and children.
The visa holder can sponsor a domestic worker, subject to relevant regulations.
Eligibility Requirements:
The visa includes visas for spouses and children.
The visa holder can sponsor a domestic worker, subject to relevant regulations.
Eligibility Requirements:
The visa includes visas for spouses and children.
The visa holder can sponsor a domestic worker, subject to relevant regulations.
Eligibility Requirements:
The visa includes visas for spouses and children.
The visa holder can sponsor a domestic worker, subject to relevant regulations.
Eligibility Requirements:
The visa includes visas for spouses and children.
The visa holder can sponsor a domestic worker, subject to relevant regulations.
Eligibility Requirements:
The visa includes visas for spouses and children.
The visa holder can sponsor a domestic worker, subject to relevant regulations.
Eligibility Requirements:
The visa includes visas for spouses and children.
The visa holder can sponsor a domestic worker, subject to relevant regulations.
We welcome and celebrate different perspectives to help our firm, our clients and our people.