Dubai offers golden visa for nurses; UAE to issue 180-day entry visa for blue residency

Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has announced golden visas for nursing staff who have been employed with Dubai Health for more than 15 years.

Marking the International Nurses Day on May 12, Sheikh Hamdan pointed out that nurses are essential partners in realising the vision of a healthier society. He also lauded their dedication to patient care and invaluable contributions to the community.

Private teachers who have demonstrated academic excellence in Dubai can also get a 10-year golden visa. They are also eligible for family sponsorship. Teachers, principals and senior staff at private schools in Ras Al Khaimah are also eligible for a similar visa.

Content creators, filmmakers and online influencers in UAE can also get long-term residency. A sponsor is not required for this category.

Under Abu Dhabi Golden Quay initiative, luxury yacht owners with at least 40-metre-long yachts can get a golden visa. Family sponsorship is allowed for this group.

Blue residency visa

The UAE government has decided to let people staying outside the emirates to apply for 180-day multiple-entry visa. This is expected to help people complete the procedures to obtain the long-term blue residency visa.

Those who have contributed exceptionally in various fields are eligible for a blue visa, which is valid for 10 years, according to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP).

These include distinguished influencers, scientists and researchers, and investors and entrepreneurs in environment protection, sustainability, clean and renewable energy in and outside the UAE. Professionals working in governmental and private environmental institutions within the UAE are also eligible for a blue visa.

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