New UAE Residence Visas for Expatriates - 2022
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UAE has a host of visa options for talented individuals and expatriate investors to come and settle in the country. UAE is aiming to become a family-friendly destination and also a global commercial hub in recent years.
The newest addition to the UAE residence visas is the expansion of Golden Visas to new streams, Five-Year Green Visa, Multiple Entry Tourist Visa, job hunting entry permits, etc.
The new additions and reforms to the UAE residence visa are going to have a significant positive impact on tourism, retaining talented individuals, and entrepreneurs to extend their stay in the country
?The new amendment to the sponsorship of families is also a welcoming sign. parents can sponsor their unmarried daughters for an unlimited period and also children of determination are granted resident permits easily.
Hence, with the new visa categories and amendments in sponsorship of UAE visa applicants, it aims to be a family-friendly location and a business hub for investors.
1. Green Visa
The Green Visa is an ideal pathway for professionals working in UAE and foreigners wishing to enter the UAE's business ecosystem. It enables sponsoring the family without any hassles.
There are three categories of Green Visa for foreigners and expatriates in UAE to extend their stay in the region.
The five-year residency without a sponsor or employer is focused on skilled employees. They should be having a?valid employment contract and must fall under the first, second, or third level occupation as per the Ministry of Human Resource and Emiratization.?
The minimum educational level must be a bachelor's degree or equivalent, and a salary of not less than AED 15,000.
2. Freelancers / Self-Employed:
Freelancers and Self Employed people in UAE or abroad are eligible under this Green Visa. They must obtain a permit from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization. They must have a specialized diploma or a bachelor's degree.
The annual income from self-employment for the previous two years should not be less than AED 360,000. Otherwise, they must have proof of financial solvency throughout their stay in the?UAE.
3. Investors/ Partners:?
Entrepreneurs and investors who want to conduct commercial activities in UAE can apply for the Green Visa. The eligibility is depending on the proof of investment. There is a minimum capital investment amount required by the investor to qualify for the Green Visa.
2. Long-term Visa - Golden Visa
UAE has a 10-year renewable residence visa that is for highly skilled or talented long-term residents. It is now expanded to new skills, roles, and qualifications.
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3. New Tourist Visas
There are a few amendments in the tourist visas in UAE and it encourages more people to come to UAE and spend their time here. Also, there are special permits for coming to UAE for searching a job and also for explore business opportunities.
Visitors can apply for a 60 days entry to UAE with the new tourist visa categories. It can be extended for a month and also can be renewed twice a year.
Five-year multi-Entry - It will enable the traveler to stay in the county for 90 days at a stretch without the requirement of any sponsor. They can stay in UAE for 180 days per year.
Eligibility Criteria
Similarly, there are few new permits specific to certain requirements of the visitors. All these permits can be applied by the individual without the requirement of a sponsor.
Visit Relatives or Friends - People can visit a relative or friend residing in UAE after proving the relationship and the reason behind the visit.
Job Exploration Entry Visa - Young talents and skilled professionals can explore job opportunities in UAE by entering using the job exploration visa.
Business Exploration Entry Visa - Similarly, for people to explore investment and business opportunities in UAE, the business exploration visa is the ideal choice.
Study or Training Entry Visa - This type of visa is sponsored by the educational center or the training institute for students from overseas. They can attend the programs for a specific time and return.
Temporary Work Mission Visa Entry - This is the best choice for contract employees for short-term projects. The company will be the sponsor for the employee in this case. They will work for the specific duration of the project and return to their home country.
To know more, read about the New Tourist Visa Changes 2022 here:
Hence, in a nutshell, the UAE Government has launched numerous visa types catering to specific requirements of expatriates. It aims at bringing expatriates to UAE for tourism, job, investments, and more.
To know more about the latest UAE Visa rules and the process of opening a company in the region, talk to our expert Business Consultants right away