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UAE Golden Visa · Outstanding Students & Graduates

UAE Golden Visa for Outstanding Students & Graduates

The UAE Golden Visa provides long-term residency opportunities for high-achieving students and graduates who meet recognised academic performance requirements.

Eligibility, Requirements & Documents

Golden Visa for Outstanding Students & Graduates – Key Information

Select a topic below to view the details.

Potential Categories

  • Outstanding UAE secondary school students.
  • Outstanding graduates from UAE universities.
  • Outstanding graduates from recognised international universities.
  • Eligible bachelor's, master's and doctoral graduates.

UAE Secondary School Students

  • Hold an eligible Grade 12 certificate from a recognised UAE school.
  • Achieve the required academic score.
  • Meet Ministry of Education or relevant local authority requirements.
  • Hold the required attestation.

A minimum score of 95% applies under the current federal guidance for qualifying secondary school graduates.

Graduates of UAE Universities

Eligibility may depend on:

  • University classification.
  • Degree level.
  • Graduation date.
  • Academic performance.
  • Attestation of academic qualifications.

Applicable GPA requirements differ according to the university's recognised classification.

Graduates of International Universities

  • The university is among recognised leading international universities under the applicable classification.
  • The applicant meets the required GPA.
  • The graduation date falls within the permitted period.
  • Academic qualifications are properly recognised or attested.

Documents Commonly Required

  • Passport copy.
  • Recent photograph.
  • Current visa and Emirates ID where applicable.
  • Graduation certificate.
  • Academic transcript.
  • GPA evidence.
  • Secondary school certificate where applicable.
  • Ministry of Education attestation.
  • University accreditation or classification evidence where applicable.
  • Qualification recognition documentation where required.
  • Recommendation where applicable.
  • Health insurance.
  • Additional documents requested by the relevant authority.

FAQs

Outstanding Students & Graduates Golden Visa FAQs

What score is required for UAE secondary school students?

Current federal guidance provides a minimum secondary school score of 95% for the relevant outstanding student category.

Can university graduates obtain a Golden Visa?

Yes. Qualifying graduates from eligible UAE and international universities may apply subject to university classification, GPA and graduation date requirements.

Is there a time limit after graduation?

Certain graduate categories require the application to be submitted within a specified period after graduation.

Does the university ranking matter?

For international graduates, the university's recognised global ranking may form part of the eligibility requirements.

Does my qualification need to be attested?

Academic qualification attestation or recognition may be required.

Why Devenir?

How Devenir Corporate Services Can Help

We assist students and graduates with document review, eligibility assessment and coordination of the Golden Visa application process.

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Important Information

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.