Green visa eligibility in United Arab Emirates

Posted 2024-12-28 10:39:12

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.

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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)