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Golden Visa - Exceptional Talents & Rare Specializations

United Arab Emirates

Last updated: December 29, 2025

Duration

10 years (renewable)

Visa Fee

$82

Time

3-6 weeks

Complexity

Medium

About this Visa

The UAE Golden Visa is for highly skilled people—doctors, scientists, inventors, artists, athletes, and top managers. It lets you live in the UAE for a very long time without needing a local boss to sponsor you. You are independent. You can work anywhere, change jobs anytime, and bring your family. You pay zero income tax. Your family gets healthcare and education access.

Key Benefits

  • Work anywhere without permission from your boss
  • Change jobs anytime
  • Bring spouse and all children (no age limit)
  • Bring parents
  • Pay zero income tax
  • Travel to 133+ countries visa-free
  • Buy property
  • Live outside UAE indefinitely without losing visa

Eligibility & Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be 18 or older
  • No criminal record
  • Pass health test (no HIV, Hepatitis B/C, or TB)
  • Prove qualifications with degree, license, or experience
  • Managers must earn at least $8,200 per month
  • Scientists need degree from university accepted by UAE government
  • Doctors need Ministry of Health approval

Financial Requirement

For salaried jobs: minimum $8,200 per month. For doctors, scientists, inventors, artists: no specific amount, but must be able to support yourself and your family.

Documents

  • Valid passport6+ months validity
  • Medical testAt UAE hospital (HIV, Hepatitis, TB screening)
  • Police record checkDone in UAE
  • Health insuranceValid coverage required
  • Proof of residenceProperty deed or rental contract
  • Ministry lettersVaries by profession (doctors need Ministry of Health, scientists need Emirates Council letter, artists need Ministry of Culture letter)

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.