January 30, 2025
by: Vivek Radhakrishnan, Immigration Manager, Middle East & Africa Operation, Newland Chase
The United Arab Emirates has expanded the Golden Visa Program in the past year, including more specialized experts and individuals. This strategic movement emphasizes the country's focus on attracting the best human resources in education, technology, luxury, and other fields to promote economic growth and innovation.
Attract excellent teachers and educators.
Dubai Educational Institutions/Schools and universities can apply for a new category, Golden Visa, which was introduced by KHDA in October 2024, and has a remarkable contribution to private education. Eligible teachers, including center, school, and universities in early childhood, can be qualified based on efforts to improve academic performance, innovation and educational standards. With a 10 -year renewable visa, the recipient can support the family.
Ras Al Khaimah has launched a similar golden visa program for educators at private schools, including teachers, principals, and school principals, reflecting the outstanding education of education.
New Dubai Game Visa.
Dubai has launched a Dubai Game Visa as a part of the Dubai Program (DPG33) Dubai Program (DPG33), and has offered a 10 -year golden visa to individuals in the game industry. His Imperial Highness Hamdan Bin Bin, Mohamed Bin Lacid Al Maktum, the initiative, aims to establish Dubai as a global game hub.
To apply, the candidate must obtain a certificate of certification from Dubai culture and be at least 25 years old. Abu Dhabi's Cultural Tourism Bureau (DCT) also provides support for game experts and further enhances UAE commitment to e -sports sector.
Golden visa for high -end yacht owners.
Abu Dhabi has introduced the Abu Davi Goldenky Initiative and provides a 10 -year golden visa to the owner of a luxury yacht. Cultural Tourism Bureau -Abu Dhabi (DCT) launched in cooperation with Abu Dhabi Investment Office and Yasmarina, for high wealthy people aiming to invest in the principal.
The owner of a private yacht on a ship of more than 40 meters can be visa qualifications with major yacht industry experts. The program also expands residency to nominated personal families.
Further change of golden visa rules.
Under Dubai's new rules, employees who apply for a golden visa in a highly skilled professional category must have been working in the same local entity for at least two years. Two years before the Golden Visa, the applicant and the applicant who employed another employer may not meet the standards of qualifications. Transfer within the same company or corporate group may need to be further explained to evaluate the qualification. Previously, there were no requirements for employees to get a specific employment period to apply for a golden visa with the current employer. However, the UAE employment resident (ERP) holder needs to complete a two -year continuous service with the current employer, and needs to update the ERP to demonstrate a complete period of two years. There is.
Introducing a new mission visa.
DDA Free Zone Authorities has announced the introduction of a mission visa, a short -term work visa that allows applicants to take on temporary employment. It is valid for 3 months from the date of entry or status change, and can be extended for another three months. Based on our experience, we are hoping for a complete implementation in the next few days, and we hope that DDA -free zone companies will be able to use this new visa option for short -term employment.
Update UAE KSA mission.
According to recent announcements, Saudi authorities have updated the qualification verification program (QVP) registration requirements. Previously, when QVP registration was submitted, employment visa applications were accepted in UAE's KSA mission. However, the authorities clarify that once a QVP certificate is received, the registration is considered to be completely considered, and that it is necessary to include it as part of the application form.
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