Green Visa (Business/Investor)
United Arab Emirates
Last updated: December 19, 2025
5 years (renewable)
$1,420
10-15 days
Medium
About this Visa
The Green Visa is a residency permit for entrepreneurs and investors starting a business in the UAE. You sponsor yourself through your business—no employer needed. You control your own company and stay independent while building a life in the UAE. You can bring your family and access healthcare and education. This visa lets you own your business without depending on anyone else's permission. You don't need a local sponsor. It replaces the previous 2-year business residence visa with a longer 5-year option that is renewable. Updated December 2025: Green Visa program remains active as core business residency option following UAE's December 14, 2025 visa reforms.
Key Benefits
- Work for yourself without employer control
- Bring spouse, children (under 25), and parents
- No local sponsor required
- Automatic renewal without reapplying
- Travel outside UAE up to 6 months without losing residency
- Open business bank accounts
- Access to UAE healthcare system (insurance required)
- Easy business focus changes
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Age 18 or older
- Minimum AED 1 million invested in registered UAE business
- Own or partner in the business (not just investor)
- No criminal record
- Pass medical exam (no HIV, hepatitis, TB)
- Valid passport with 6+ months validity
- Active business license from UAE government
Financial Requirement
Minimum AED 1,000,000 (approximately $272,000) invested in a UAE registered business that you own or partner in. Must provide bank statements proving investment.
Documents
- Valid passportMust have at least 6 months validity remaining
- Active business trade licenseCurrent license from UAE authorities
- Bank statementsLast 6 months showing AED 1 million invested
- Ownership certificateDocument proving ownership or partnership in the business
- Medical fitness testExam from approved clinic showing no dangerous diseases
- Passport photosRecent, white background, clear face
- Police clearanceGood conduct certificate from home country (some nationalities only)
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.