UAE New Visa Rules 2023 - Entry Permits, Visit Visas and Green Residence Visa for 5 Years

The UAE continues in becoming the ideal destination to live, work, invest, entrepreneurship and education. The authorities have announced new types of entry visas, and residence permits starting from October 3, 2022.

UAE Visa Rules 2022:

The UAE cabinet has approved the executive regulations of the Federal Decree-Law including 10 types of Entry permits and Residence for Foreigners. The new system to attract and retain global talents and skilled workers from all over the world. 

UAE Entry Visa Rules 2022:

For the first time, the UAE cabinet has announced around 10 types of entry visas that do not require a host or sponsor to visit the UAE. Additionally, all entry visas will now be available for single or multiple entries to UAE and will be valid for 60 days from issue date.

Job Search Visa:

The Job visa is mainly introduced as a means to attract young talents and skilled professionals to explore job opportunities available across UAE. This visa does not require a sponsor or a host and will be granted if the applicant meets the following requirements:

• if the applicant is classified in the first or second or third skill level as per the MOHRE.
• if the applicant is a fresh graduate of the best 500 universities in the world
• if the applicant has a minimum educational level of a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.

Multiple-entry Tourist Visa:

This multi-entry Tourist Visa allows a person to stay in the UAE for up to 90 days (3 months) and can be extended for a similar period without leaving the country, provided the entire period of stay does not exceed 180 days (6 months) in 1 year. The five-year multi-entry tourist visa does not require a sponsor.

People from any country can avail of the five-year, multiple-entry tourist visa to the UAE.

The only required this is the proof of having a bank balance AED 14,700 ($4000) or its equivalent in foreign currencies during the last 6 months prior to submitting the application.

Link: No Work on Visit Visa

Temporary Work Visa:

People who have a temporary work assignment like testing or project-based mission, and are sponsored by the employers in UAE can apply for the entry permit for a temporary work mission. A visitor can apply for this entry permit if he/she is a relative or friend of a UAE citizen or resident. 

The requirements are:

• A temporary work contract from UAE Company.
• A letter from the employer clarifying the purpose of visit.
• A medical fitness certificate is must to get this temporary work visa.

Visiting Family and Friends:

A person can apply for a visa to visit friends and relatives if they are a relative or a friend of a local citizen or resident with valid residency. It does not require a sponsor or a host.

Study and Training Visa: 

The entry permit for study and training is primarily intended for those want to attend training and study courses or participating in internship programs. The sponsor for this type of permit cannot be person but universities or educational institutes, research institutions licensed in the country or government or private entities.

The requirements include a letter from the entity, clarifying the details of the study or training or internship program with its duration.

Family Visit Visa:

As per the UAE family visa, parents could earlier sponsor their children who were under 18 years. Now, male children till the age of 25 can be sponsored by their parents. Disabled children can also get parent sponsorship under a special permit, and unmarried females can be sponsored for an indefinite time.

Business Visa:

The Business Entry Visa allows investors and entrepreneurs to explore business and investment opportunities across UAE. The visa offers easy entry processes, without the requirement of a sponsor or host.

UAE Golden Visa:

The UAE has now expanded the Golden Visa categories and added substantial amendments to the Golden Residence Scheme to simplify the eligibility criteria and expand the categories of beneficiaries. 

The long-term 10-year Golden residence will be granted to:

1. Investors
2. Entrepreneurs
3. Exceptional talents
4. Scientists 
5. Outstanding students and gradates
6. Skilled workers

Golden visa for skilled workers

Skilled workers can qualify for the Golden Visa scheme, provided:

• they hold a valid contract of employment in the UAE
• the job must fall under the occupational level one or two as defined by the Ministry of Human Resources Emiratization.
• the minimum monthly salary is not less than AED 30,0000 (USD 8,167.93).
• the skilled worker must have a bachelor’s degree as well

Golden visa for scientists

The Golden Visa will now be granted to scientists and researchers who meet the following conditions:

• have a PhD or Master’s degree in engineering, technology, life sciences and natural sciences from the world’s best universities.
• must have a recommendation from the Emirates Scientists Council to avail of this Visa.

Golden visa for exceptional talents

Under the category of exceptionally talented individuals in the field of art, culture, digital technology sports, innovation, medicine, law and others are eligible to apply for the Golden Visa scheme.

Moreover, the 10-year Visa will be awarded solely based on the talent of the individual. It will not depend on educational qualification, employment status, monthly salary or professional status. However, the recommendation or approval of a federal or local government entity will be required.

Golden visa for real estate investors

The Golden Visa for Real Estate Investors can be obtained by Real estate investors when purchasing a property worth no less than AED 2 million (USD 5,44,530 approximately).

However, under the new amendments, investors are also entitled to obtain the Golden Residence when purchasing a property with a loan from specific local banks. Furthermore, the residence can also be obtained when investors buy one or more off-plan properties of no less than AED 2 million (USD 5,44,530) from approved local real estate companies.

Golden visa for entrepreneurs

Startup investors may now obtain a Golden Visa, provided their company is registered within the UAE and it should fall under the small and medium enterprises (SME) category with annual revenues of AED 1 million (USD 2,72,250) or above

Furthermore, the Golden Residence for Entrepreneurs can also be obtained, if:

• the person is a founder or one of the founders of a previous entrepreneurial project that was sold with a total value of not less than AED 7 million (USD 19,05,850).
• the approval of the Ministry of Economy or the competent local authorities is required for projects or ideas.

Golden visa for students

Students with exceptional academic excellence, having obtained high scores either in UAE secondary schools or universities are also eligible to apply for the 10-year Visa or the Golden Visa scheme.

Furthermore, talented students who have studied at the world’s 100 best universities are also eligible to apply for the Golden Visa scheme.

Golden visa UAE for doctors and nurses

The UAE has been granting doctors and nurses, the first line of defense, a long-term residency in “recognition of their efforts and sacrifices” for UAE.

All doctors licensed by the UAE health regulatory bodies can apply for the Golden Visa between July 2021 and September 2022 through the GDRFAD golden residency services for doctors.

As of late, nurses and medical staff, the unsung heroes of the UAE’s COVID-19 fight, are now also eligible to get the prestigious Golden Visas with validity up to 10 years.

Also, Seven centers affiliated with the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship have been established across the Emirates for doctors and nurses who wish to apply for visas in person.

UAE Green Residence Visa 2022:

UAE cabinet also approved the Green residency, Some major improvements for the UAE Green Visa include new 5-year residence tracks, introduced mainly to attract talents, skilled professionals, freelancers, investors and entrepreneurs.

More benefits are being offered for Green residence visa holders including, longer flexible grace periods that reach up to 6 months to stay in the country after the residence permit is cancelled or expired to facilitate family members’ residence.

Green Residence for Skilled Workers:

The new amendments of the Green residence for skilled employees provide a 5 years residency period for skilled employees, without a sponsor or employer.

The requirements are:

• Applicants should have a valid employment contract
• Should be classified in the first, second or 3rd occupational level as per the mohre.
• The minimum educational level must be a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Applicant’s salary should not be less than AED 15,000 (USD 4,085).

Green Residence for Freelancers:

Since freelancing industry and the concept of flexible work models having considerable growth worldwide, the new Green residence for freelancing jobs and self-employment provides a 5 years residency for freelancers and self-employed individuals without requiring host, sponsor or employer in the UAE.

Required Documents:

• obtaining a freelance/ self-employment permit from the MOHRE.
• a minimum educational qualification with a bachelor’s degree or specialized diploma
• an annual income from self-employment for the previous two years of AED 360,000 (USD 9,800), or
• the applicant should be able to prove their financial solvency throughout their stay in the country.

Green Residence for Investors:

The Green residence for investors or partners has been introduced to encourage investment opportunities. It provides 5 years of residence visa for investors establishing or participating in commercial activities. Furthermore, the validity under this category has been increased from the previous 2 years to 5 years now.

The Requirements includes:

• approval of the investment and proof of investment.
• in case, the investor (partner) has more than one license, the total invested capital will be calculated.
• approval of the competent local authorities is mandatory

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