The documents required to apply for a UAE Green Visa are given below:

  • Valid passport – with at least six months’ validity.
  • Recent passport-sized photographs – meeting UAE specifications.
  • Educational certificates – bachelor’s degree or specialized diploma (depending on eligibility category).
  • Employment contract – for skilled employees, issued by a UAE-based employer.
  • Freelance or self-employment permit – issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), for freelancers/self-employed applicants.
  • Proof of investment or commercial license – for investors and partners, validated by local authorities.
  • Bank statements – to demonstrate minimum salary (AED 15,000/month) or income of AED 360,000 over the past two years for freelancers.
  • Medical examination certificate – confirming health clearance as per UAE regulations.
  • UAE entry permit – if applying from inside the country.