Green visa eligibility in United Arab Emirates
The Green Visa is a five-year residency visa offered for skilled professionals, freelancers and self-employed people. All applicants must have university degrees or an equivalent, and meet the relevant income requirements.
Eligibility
Freelancers / self-employed
- Freelance or self-employment permit issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE)
- Bachelor's degree or its equivalent (fully attested)
- Minimum annual self-employment income of approx. US$98,014 (AED360,000)
- Proof of financial solvency throughout stay in the UAE
Skilled professionals
- A valid employment contract
- A bachelor's degree or its equivalent
- A minimum monthly income of approx. US$4,084 (AED15,000)
- An occupational level classified as first, second, or third by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE)
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