A Green Future: UAE Introduces 10-Year Blue Residency Visa.

Applications are now open for the 10-year Blue Residency Visa through the United Arab Emirates which targets global environmental experts to support national sustainability goals and environmental protection initiatives. This action demonstrates the UAE's dedication to environmental conservation while it supports the national sustainable development goals.

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Purpose of the Blue Residency Visa

The Blue Residency Visa serves to honor those who accomplished exceptional achievements in environmental protection alongside sustainability through its creation. Experts from sustainability and climate change and energy fields can apply for this special visa since it motivates them to become active developers in the UAE's environmental conservation and social advancement.?

Eligibility Criteria

People seeking the Blue Residency Visa need to present proof of their meaningful work in environmental fields. Eligible candidates include:

• l International organization representatives and environmental-focused corporate members including companies can participate in the program.
• ?l Professional members from both non-governmental organizations and environmental associations seek this visa.
• l Recipients of global awards in the environmental sector.
• l Environmental research along with activism are distinguished by this category of select candidates.

?All environmental advocates among Emirati citizens and residents may submit their applications.

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Application Process

• Nomination Request: Applicants must first submit a nomination request or be nominated by a competent authority within the UAE. This serves as initial approval for the visa application.
• Submission of Personal Details: Applicants need to provide personal information, including nationality, occupation, date of birth, passport details, marital status, and residential address.
• Document Upload: Required documents include proof of work and accomplishments in environmental fields, a valid passport with at least six months of validity, and a recent passport-sized photograph with a white background.
• Fee Payment: Applicants must complete the payment for the visa service fee.

?Applications can also be submitted through ICP’s Customer Happiness Centres or authorized typing centers.

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For Applicants Outside the UAE

People who received a Blue Residency Visa nomination in locations beyond the UAE need to obtain a six-month multiple-entry visa to handle process requirements toward becoming Blue Residency residents.

Notable Recipients

Dr. Reza Khan took the first Blue Residency Visa after becoming Principal Wildlife Specialist when he managed Dubai Zoo until its closure in 2017 at Dubai Municipality's Public Parks and Recreational Facilities Department. Dr. The list of 20 sustainability pioneers includes Dr. Reza Khan who has been identified for his environmental conservation work.?

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Conclusion

The Blue Residency Visa of the UAE serves as a strategic initiative to draw and maintain globally respected ecological talent. The United Arab Emirates provides long-term residency visas to environmentally oriented individuals to strengthen their environmental programs as well as promote national sustainable growth.

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