The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residency program.
This program attracts foreign talents and investors to the United Arab Emirates.
Benefits of Golden Visa:
- Long-Term Residency: Typically granted for 5 or 10 years, renewable upon meeting specific conditions.
- Work Flexibility: Allows holders to work in the UAE without the need for a separate work permit or employment contract.
- Family Sponsorship: Enables visa holders to sponsor their spouses and children, regardless of their ages.
- Flexibility in Staying Abroad: Allows holders to stay outside the UAE for extended periods while maintaining visa validity.
Who Can Grant the UAE Golden Visa ?
- Investors: Those investing in real estate, businesses, or government funds.
- Entrepreneurs: Individuals with innovative business ideas or successful startups.
- Professionals: Skilled individuals in various fields like medicine, engineering, and science.
- Researchers: Scientists and researchers contributing to scientific advancements.
- Outstanding Students: Top-performing students from prestigious universities.
- Humanitarian Pioneers: Individuals recognized for their contributions to humanitarian causes.
- Frontline Heroes: Individuals who played a significant role in combating the COVID-19 pandemic.
Golden Quay
Recently, a new initiative was launched in Abu Dhabi to offer Golden Visa for superyacht owners in the Capital city.
The ‘Golden Quay’ is designed to attract high-net-worth individuals to invest in and explore Abu Dhabi
In collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and Yas Marina, operated by Yas Asset Management, a subsidiary of Miral.
Offering eligible yacht owners the chance to be nominated for a 10-year UAE Golden Visa, enabling long-term residency.
Through the Golden Quay, yacht owners can enjoy unparalleled access to the emirate’s investment opportunities.
The initiative is in line with the city’s Tourism Strategy 2030.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, “may God protect him,” congratulated those celebrating Christmas in the UAE and the world. pic.twitter.com/FfpYE5YZDL
— UAE Voice (@uae_voiceeng) December 25, 2024
Who is Eligible ?
- Private yacht owners with vessels measuring 40 meters and above.
- Key executives in the yachting industry, including:
- CEOs
- Major shareholders of yacht-building companies
- Central yacht agents
- Yacht service providers
- Yacht insurance providers
Immediate family members of nominees are also eligible for inclusion.
Yas Marina and ADIO will act as the official nominating entities.
