The primary differences between the UAE Green Visa and the Golden Visa are given below:
|
Feature |
UAE Green Visa |
UAE Golden Visa |
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Validity |
5 years (renewable) |
10 years (renewable) |
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Sponsorship |
Self-sponsored (no employer required) |
Self-sponsored (no employer required) |
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Eligibility Categories |
Skilled employees, freelancers/self-employed, investors/partners |
Investors, entrepreneurs, scientists, highly skilled professionals, outstanding students, humanitarian pioneers |
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Minimum Salary Requirement |
AED 15,000/month (for skilled employees) |
Higher income/professional achievement required depending on category (e.g., AED 30,000+ for some professionals) |
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Income Proof for Freelancers |
AED 360,000 annual income (past 2 years) or proof of financial stability |
Not specifically required; eligibility depends on exceptional achievements or investments |
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Investment Requirement |
Proof of business license or partnership investment (validated by authorities) |
Significant investment in UAE (real estate, business, or other approved sectors) |
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Family Sponsorship |
Yes – spouse, children up to 25, unmarried daughters, children of determination |
Yes – spouse, children, parents, and in some cases domestic workers |
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Target Group |
Mid- to high-skilled professionals, freelancers, and medium-scale investors |
High-net-worth individuals, top professionals, innovators, and exceptional talents |