Valid Passport
With minimum 6 months validity
Migration Overseas
Since 1998
5-year self-sponsored residency for skilled professionals, freelancers, and investors with greater flexibility.
The UAE Green Visa is a 5-year residency visa that allows foreigners to live and work in the UAE without requiring a national sponsor. This revolutionary visa category offers greater independence and flexibility for skilled workers, freelancers, and investors.
Unlike traditional work visas, the Green Visa holder has complete control over their residency status and can sponsor family members including spouse, children, and first-degree relatives.
Three main pathways to obtain the Green Visa.
Professionals classified under skill levels 1, 2, or 3 per the Ministry of Human Resources classification, with a valid employment contract and minimum salary of AED 15,000/month, plus a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Individuals with a freelance or self-employment permit from the Ministry of Human Resources, with proof of annual income of AED 360,000 or more.
Partners or shareholders in a commercial business established in the UAE, with a share capital of at least AED 100,000.
Exclusive advantages for Green Visa holders.
Long-term residency without renewal hassles
No employer or national sponsor required
Sponsor spouse, children & relatives
Find new job if employment ends
Essential documents for your Green Visa application.
With minimum 6 months validity
Recent photographs meeting UAE specifications
Valid contract showing minimum salary requirements
Attested Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Bank statements or salary certificates
From approved UAE health centers
Biometric registration
Green Visa offers 5 years vs 2-3 years for traditional work visas
Self-sponsored vs employer-sponsored
Can change jobs without visa cancellation
6 months vs 30 days for traditional visas
Can sponsor first-degree relatives (parents)
Find answers to the most common questions.
The UAE Green Visa is a 5-year self-sponsored residency visa for skilled employees, freelancers, and investors without requiring a national sponsor.
Skilled employees need a minimum salary of AED 15,000/month. Freelancers need to prove annual income of AED 360,000 or more.
Yes, Green Visa holders can sponsor their spouse, children, and first-degree relatives (parents), which is an advantage over traditional work visas.
Green Visa holders get a 6-month grace period to find new employment, compared to just 30 days for traditional work visa holders.
For skilled employees, yes - a bachelor's degree or equivalent is required along with the minimum salary requirement.
Yes, freelancers with a valid permit from the Ministry of Human Resources and proof of annual income of AED 360,000+ can apply.
Investors need a share capital of at least AED 100,000 in a commercial business established in the UAE.
Green Visa is 5 years with lower requirements (AED 15,000 salary), while Golden Visa is 10 years with higher requirements (AED 2M investment or AED 30,000 salary for professionals).
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