Steps to Apply from Outside the UAE
Here's how you can apply for the Golden Visa if you are not currently residing in the UAE:
Visit the Official Website:
Go to the ICP Golden Residency page and select the category that matches your profile (e.g., investor, entrepreneur, specialized talent, student, etc.).
Prepare Required Documents:
Gather all necessary documents such as investment certificates, business ownership documents, professional licenses, academic qualifications, and any other relevant documentation that supports your application.
Submit Online Application:
Fill out the online application form with accurate information and upload the required documents.
Receive Entry Visa:
Once your application is approved, you will receive an entry visa valid for six months, allowing you multiple entries to the UAE to complete the residency issuance process.
Complete Residency Procedures:
Upon arrival in the UAE, undergo medical tests, apply for an Emirates ID, and finalize your residency permit at relevant immigration authorities or service centers.
Golden Visa Issuance:
After completing all procedures, your Golden Visa will be issued, granting you a long-term residency of 5 or 10 years, depending on your eligibility category.
Benefits of the Golden Visa
No Need for a Local Sponsor: Enjoy the freedom of living in the UAE without the requirement of a local sponsor.
Long-Term Renewable Residence: Secure a long-term residency for 5 or 10 years with the possibility of renewal.
Flexibility to Stay Abroad: Maintain your residency status even if you stay outside the UAE for more than six months.
Family Sponsorship: Sponsor family members, including spouses and children of any age, and sponsor an unlimited number of domestic helpers.
Security for Family Members: Ensure that family members can remain in the UAE until their permit ends if the primary visa holder passes away.