The UAE Golden Visa provides a long-term residency pathway for qualifying professionals employed in senior and specialised occupational categories.
This route is particularly relevant to executives, managers and specialised professionals who meet the applicable employment, qualification, professional classification and salary requirements.
Select a topic below to view the details.
You may qualify under the Skilled Professional category if you:
Eligibility remains subject to authority review and approval.
Employment
The applicant should hold valid UAE employment under an approved employment contract and work permit.
Professional Classification
The applicant should fall within an eligible occupational level or professional classification recognised by the relevant UAE authorities.
Education
A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification is generally required.
Academic certificates may need to be attested or recognised by the relevant UAE authorities.
Salary
The qualifying monthly salary should meet the applicable minimum requirement of AED 30,000.
Authorities may request employment and banking evidence to verify salary.
Documentation may vary according to the applicant and authority. Typical documents may include:
Step 1 – Eligibility Assessment
We review your employment, profession, salary and qualifications.
Step 2 – Document Review
Required documents are identified and reviewed.
Step 3 – Application Preparation
The Golden Visa application or nomination request is prepared.
Step 4 – Submission
The application is submitted to the relevant authority.
Step 5 – Approval
The application is reviewed and approval is issued subject to eligibility.
Step 6 – Residency Procedures
Medical fitness, Emirates ID and other residency procedures are completed where applicable.
Step 7 – Golden Visa Issuance
Following successful completion, the Golden Visa residency is issued.
A minimum qualifying monthly salary of AED 30,000 applies to the specialised professional route under current federal guidance. Eligibility also depends on your occupational level, employment and qualifications.
No. Salary is only one eligibility criterion. Your occupational classification, employment documentation, academic qualification and other authority requirements are also considered.
A bachelor's degree or equivalent is generally required for the specialised professional category.
Depending on the application and issuing authority, attestation or recognition of educational qualifications may be required.
Yes. Our team can review your employment designation, occupational classification, salary and qualifications before proceeding.
Golden Visa holders may sponsor qualifying family members subject to applicable UAE immigration requirements.
No. Final approval remains at the discretion of the relevant UAE government authority.
We help professionals assess their eligibility before applying and coordinate the documentation and residency procedures required throughout the process.
Every applicant’s circumstances are different.
Let Devenir Corporate Services review your profile, identify the most suitable route and guide you throughout the application process.
Golden Visa eligibility, documentation, government fees, processing times and procedural requirements are determined by the relevant UAE authorities and may change from time to time. Information provided on this website is intended for general guidance only and does not constitute a guarantee of eligibility or approval.
Final eligibility and approval remain subject to assessment by the competent UAE government authorities.
Devenir Corporate Services provides professional assistance with eligibility assessment, document preparation, application coordination and related corporate and residency services.
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