LATEST UAE VISA RULES- OCT 2022
Aimed at strengthening UAE’s position as an ideal destination to live, work, and invest in, the UAE cabinet has approved the executive regulations of the Federal Decree-Law on Entry and Residence of Foreigners. At present, the new entry visas are being put to test and the actual implementation will take place from?3rd October 2022.
The UAE has now introduced around ten types of new entry visas, and residence permits, and has expanded the?#Golden Visa?categories.
The new system of entry and residence has been introduced to attract and retain global talents and skilled workers from all over the world, boost the competitiveness and flexibility of the job market and foster a high sense of stability among UAE residents and families.
GOLDEN VISA RULES
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 investors, entrepreneurs, exceptional talents, scientists, outstanding students and graduates, and skilled workers.
The new rules will allow the Golden Residence holders to sponsor their family members including spouses and children regardless of their age. Furthermore, they can also sponsor support services (domestic) laborers without having a limit on their number.
Moreover, there is no restriction related to the maximum duration of stay outside the UAE in order to keep the Golden Residence valid. There are other benefits for family members that allow them to stay in the UAE in the event of the death of the original holder of the Golden Residence until the end of their permit duration.
1.?????GOLDEN VISA FOR SCIENTISTS
The Golden Visa will now be granted to scientists and researchers who meet the following conditions:
·???????a Ph.D. or Master’s degree in engineering, technology, life sciences, and natural sciences from the world’s best universities.
·???????a recommendation from the Emirates Scientists Council to avail of this Visa.
2.?????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.
3.?????GOLDEN VISA FOR SKILLED WORKERS
Skilled workers can qualify?for the Golden Visa scheme, provided:
4.?????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 5,44,528.80).
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 5,44,528.80) from approved local real estate companies.
5.?????GOLDEN VISA FOR DOCTORS AND NURSES
The UAE has been granting doctors and nurses, the first line of defence, a long-term residency in “recognition of their efforts and sacrifices” .As of late, nurses and medical staff, the unsung heroes of the UAE’s COVID-19 fight, are now eligible for receiving the prestigious Golden Visa, and accordingly, the?initiative?will grant?doctors?and their families?10-year residency visas.
6.?????GOLDEN VISA FOR HUMANITARIAN PIONEERS
Humanitarian pioneers such as the following can get the Golden visa:
GREEN VISA
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.
In addition to facilitating and simplifying the requirements of all residence types, more benefits are being offered including, longer flexible grace periods that reach up to 6 months to stay in the country after the residence permit is canceled or expired to facilitate family members’ residence.
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GREEN VISA FOR SKILLED EMPLOYEES
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 only requirements here include:
GREEN VISA FOR FREELANCING AND SELF-EMPLOYMENT
With the freelancing industry and the concept of flexible work models having considerable growth worldwide, the new Green residence for freelancing and self-employment provides a 5 years residency for freelancers and self-employed individuals without requiring a sponsor or employer in the UAE.
The only requirements include:
GREEN VISA FOR INVESTOR OR PARTNER
The Green residence for investors or partners has been introduced to encourage investment. It provides 5 years of residency 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 include:
NEW BENEFITS FOR FAMILY MEMBERS
The new system provides more benefits to family members. A resident can now easily bring their family members, including their spouse and children to the UAE.
Additionally, the age of children has now been raised to 25 years, which was previously 18 years, and there is no age limit for unmarried daughters. Children of determination are granted a residence permit, regardless of their age.
The Green Residence holder is allowed to bring his first-degree relatives, and in all cases, the residency of family members shall be the same duration as the original residence holder.
RULES FOR ENTRY VISA
For the first time, the UAE has introduced around ten types of entry visas that do not require a host or sponsor, for visitors to the UAE for different visit purposes.
Some major improvements for the entry visas include facilitating the entry requirements for all visa types and offering flexible visa durations that not only meet the needs of the visitors but also their purpose of the visit. Additionally, all entry visas will now be available for single or multiple entries and will be valid for 60 days from their date of issuance. They can also be renewed for similar periods.
JOB EXPLORATION ENTRY VISA
The Job Exploration Visa is mainly introduced as a means to attract young talents and skilled professionals to explore job opportunities available in the country. The visa does not require a sponsor or a host and will be granted if the applicant meets the following requirements:
BUSINESS ENTRY VISA
The Business Entry Visa allows investors and entrepreneurs to explore business and investment opportunities in the UAE. The visa offers easy entry processes, without the requirement of a sponsor or host.
MULTI-ENTRY TOURIST VISA
Besides a regular Tourist Visa, sponsored by the tourism establishment in the UAE, a five-year multi-entry tourist visa was introduced.
This type of Tourist Visa allows a person to stay in the UAE for up to 90 days and can be extended for a similar period, provided the entire period of stay does not exceed 180 days in one year. The five-year multi-entry tourist visa does not require a sponsor.
Visitors of any nationality can avail of the five-year, multiple-entry tourist visa to the UAE. This visa allows tourists to enter the UAE multiple times on self-sponsorship and stay for 90 days during each visit. Holders may also extend the visas for additional 90 days without leaving the country.
The only requirement to be eligible for this visa is submitting proof of having a bank balance of $4,000 (AED 14,700) or its equivalent in foreign currencies during the last six (6) months prior to submitting the application.
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