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UAE Visa and Passport Requirements:

• US citizens with a US passport that is valid for more than six months do not need to obtain a UAE visa prior to traveling to the UAE if the duration of their visit will be less than one month.
• This includes US citizens with visas or entry stamps from other countries in their passports.
• UAE visa and passport requirements for US citizens traveling to the UAE, including those who are traveling on diplomatic or official visas, or plan to stay in the UAE longer than one month, can be found  here .
• UAE visa and passport requirements for non-US citizens who are traveling to the UAE can be found  here .
• UAE travel information for non-US diplomatic and official visas for non-US citizens traveling to the UAE can be found  here .
• For United Nations visa requirements for travel to the UAE, please click  here .
• To learn more about UAE student visa requirements and the application process, click  here .

US Citizens:

Visa Requirements for US Citizens (Tourist Passport) to visit the UAE:

No visas are required for American citizens (holder of regular passports) before arrival in the UAE, including US Citizens with visas or entry stamps from other countries in their passports.

To ensure entry, please be sure you have the following:

• Original passport signed by the bearer, should not expire within six (6) months from the expected time of arrival in the UAE. 
• Confirmed round-trip airline ticket or airline ticket to other destination(s). 

Visas are available upon arrival at the airport and they are valid for one (1) month stay in the UAE.

If you plan to stay longer, you can request more time from the immigration officer at the airport or contact the local immigration office in the UAE and request an extension.

Requirements for U.S. Diplomatic and Official Visas:

1) Two (2) completed application forms [PDF]. All application forms must be typed.

• The Particulars of Sponsor / Host in the UAE (e.g., U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi, U.S. Consulate in Dubai, etc.)
• Residence Address in UAE (e.g., Hotel, Family or friend’s house, etc.).

2) Original passport signed by the bearer, should not expire within six (6) months from the expected time of arrival in the UAE.

3) A copy of your passport and a copy of the application. (Please print in color)

4) Two(2) original passport-sized photos.

5) An original letter from one of the following concerned U.S. Departments (e.g., Dept. of State, Dept. of the Army, Dept. of the Navy, etc.) The letter must include:

• Your position ( e.g., Colonel, Engineer, etc.)  and the purpose of your visit.
• Name and phone number of your point of contact in the UAE and confirm your sponsor during your stay in the UAE.

6) If you are sending the visa application through the mail please include a prepaid, self-addressed envelope with a tracking number (e.g., US Express mail, UPS, or FedEx, etc.).

• Visas requires prior approval from the UAE authorities and the Embassy requires a minimum of two (2) business days to issue the visa.
• This application will result in a multiple-entry visa, valid for five (5) years, with a maximum stay of (180) days in the UAE each time.

Non-US Citizens Visa Requirements for Non-US Citizens (Tourist Passports)

• Original Passport (Not a travel Document), should not expire within six (6) months from the expected date of arrival in the UAE.
• Confirm round-trip airline ticket or airline ticket to other destination.
• If you are a citizen of one of the following countries: Andorra Argentina Australia Austria Bahamas Bahrain Barbados Belgium Bulgaria Brazil Brunei Canada Chile China Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark El Salvador Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Kazakhstan Kuwait Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Latvia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Malaysia Malta Mexico Monaco Montenegro Nauru New Zealand Norway Oman Poland Portugal Qatar Romania Russia San Marino Saudi Arabia Seychelles Slovakia Slovenia Singapore Solomon Islands South Korea Spain Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Sweden Switzerland The Netherlands Ukraine United Kingdom and Northern Ireland (Except the British overseas citizens) Uruguay Vatican
• Visas are available upon arrival to UAE airports. This includes those who hold visas in their passports or entry stamps from other countries and visa is valid for a one (1) month stay in the UAE. If you plan to stay longer, you may contact the local immigration office while you are in the UAE and request an extension.
• Indian citizens holding regular passports with U.S. visas, green cards, U.K Resident Permits, or EU resident permits are allowed to receive entry visa upon arrival to UAE valid for 14 days and can be extended only once for a similar period.
• The Indian Passport, U.S. visa, the green card,the U.K Resident Permit and the EU resident permit must be valid for at least six months.
• The entry permit will cost AED100, renewable for only one time at a cost of AED250.

If you are not one of the above nationalities:

1- Visit Visa sponsored by the private sector, friends, family and relatives

You need to request the visa through your sponsor (host) by sending a copy of your passport (not a travel document) and a copy of your immigration status in the USA (e.g., green card, J visa, F1 visa, etc.) to your sponsor (host) to process your visa from the local immigration office in the UAE. This process will take about four (4) working days. Then, make sure to receive a copy of your visa by fax or email from the sponsor (host) before your departure. Original visas will be collected at the airport in the United Arab Emirates on your arrival. 2- Tourist Visa

The Embassy does not issue Tourist Visas. Hotels in the UAE can sponsor their clients and apply for their visas to come to the UAE, but be sure to get a copy of this visa from the hotel before traveling to the United Arab Emirates. 3- Transit Visa (96 hours)

The Embassy does not issue Transit Visas. You should contact the airline company that will fly you to the UAE and enquire about the possibility of traveling to the UAE without a prior visa. 4- Visas sponsored by one of the UAE Government sectors, applicants should do the following: 1) Two (2) completed application forms .  All applications must be typed.

• The Particulars of Sponsor / Host in the UAE (UAE Government sectors)
• Residence Address in UAE (e.g., hotel, family or friend’s house, etc.)

3) A copy of your passport and a copy of the application. (Please print in color.) 4) Two (2) original passport-sized photos.

5) An invitation letter from your sponsor in the UAE (Government sectors) which must include:

• The length of the visit and type of visa
• The purpose of your visit

6) A letter from your employer or a cover letter to include the following:

• Your position and the reason for the visit
• The type of visa that you need for the visit
• Name and phone number of your point of contact in the UAE

7) A copy of your immigration status in the USA (e.g., green card, J visa, F1 visa, etc.)

8 )  If you are sending the visa application through the mail please include a prepaid, self-addressed envelope with a tracking number (e.g., US Express mail, UPS, FedEx, etc.).

9) The appropriate fee for the visa you are seeking (money order only):

• Short stay visa (Single Entry): $60 non refundable (Valid for two (2) months, maximum stay is 30 days).
• Long stay visa (Single Entry): $165 non refundable (Valid for two (2) months, maximum stay is 90 days).
• Multiple visa: $630 non refundable (Valid for six (6) months from the date of issue, maximum stay is thirty (30) days for each entry).

10) Visas require prior approval from the UAE authorities. The length of the visa is subject to UAE authorities' judgment and the Embassy requires a minimum of four (4) business days to issue the visa. 

Non-U.S. Diplomatic & Official Visas

Requirements for Non-U.S. Diplomatic and Official Visas

If you have questions about the requirements for non-U.S. Diplomatic and Official Visas, please reach out to the UAE Embassy in Washington, DC using the  Contact Us  form.

United Nations Visas

Requirements for United Nations Visas

To apply for a United Nations diplomatic visa, you must provide the following:

1- Two (2) completed application forms.  All application forms must be typed.

•    The Particulars of Sponsor / Host in the UAE (e.g., UN, IMF, World Bank Representative in UAE, etc.).
•    Residence Address in UAE (e.g., hotel, family or friend’s house, etc.)

2- An original passport signed by the bearer (Laissez Passer), should not expire within six (6) months from the expected time of arrival in the UAE. 3- A colored copy of original nationality passport (e.g. Russia, Nigeria, etc. ). 4- A copy of your passport and a copy of the application. (Please print in color.) 5- Two (2) original passport-sized photos. 6- An invitation letter from your sponsor in the UAE. 7- An original letter written in English and Arabic from one of the following concerned United Nations offices in the U.S.A. (e.g., UNICEF, IMF, the World Bank, etc.). The letter must include:

•    Your position (e.g., colonel, engineer, etc.) and the purpose of your visit.
•    Name and phone number of your point of contact in the UAE and confirmation of your sponsor during your stay in the UAE.

8- If you are sending the visa application through the mail please include a prepaid, self-addressed envelope with a tracking number (e.g., US Express mail, UPS, FedEx, etc.). Note:

•    This application will result in a single-entry visa valid for two months, with a maximum of stay one month.
•    Visas require prior approval from the UAE authorities and the Embassy requires a minimum of two (2) business days to issue the visa.

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UAE visa on arrival for Indians with US visa, Green Card

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Entry visa will be issued upon arrival according to decree approved by UAE Cabinet

Dubai: Indian passport holders with a valid American visa or a Green Card will now be eligible to obtain a UAE visa on arrival, as per the decree approved by the UAE Cabinet, it was announced on Wednesday.

The visa will be valid for 14 days, with a single extension possible for a fee.

The decision to have a simplified visa process is aimed at advancing the UAE-India relations in economic, politics, and trade. It also contributes to achieving UAE’s vision to be the leading country in attracting global tourism.

“Citizens of the Republic of India who are holders of normal passports with a six-month, or more, valid green card or visa issued by the United States of America shall be granted entry visas to the UAE from all ports for a period of 14 days, subject for a single renewal for the same period upon payment of applicable fees,” an official statement said.

According to latest figures, the UAE-India trade has grown to around $60 billion (Dh220 billion) per annum, making India the second largest trading partner of UAE. The UAE exports to India totalled $27 billion (Dh99 billion) while Indian exports to UAE totalled $33 billion (Dh121 billion).

India is investing about $70 billion (Dh257 billion) in the UAE through 45,000 Indian companies, while the UAE is investing $10 billion (Dh36 billion) in the Indian sectors of energy, metallurgical industry, services, technology and construction. A number of UAE companies invest and operate in India such as Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (ADNEC), Emaar, and Dubai Ports World (DPP), which currently operates in six major ports in India.

The number of Indian tourists coming to the UAE last year reached about 1.6 million Indian tourists, and there were about 50,000 UAE tourists who visited India in the same year. There are about 143 flights a day between the UAE and Indian cities, at a rate of 1000 flights per week.

Strong bonds of friendship between UAE and India have found clear expression in the series of high-level bilateral visits between the two countries in the past two years, The move of granting entry visas to the UAE aligns itself with the close cooperation between the two countries.

Deep historical ties between the UAE and India were further accelerated by the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the UAE in 2015, which was the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister after 34 years.

The UAE reciprocated with an official visit where His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces,  met Modi in the Indian capital, New Delhi in February 2016 to discuss ways to strengthen the cooperation and friendship between the two countries.

In January 2017, Shaikh Mohammad was the chief guest of India’s 68th Republic Day celebrations, which marked a momentous occasion in relations between India and the UAE and saw the signing of 14 wide-ranging agreements including a strategic comprehensive partnership and deals on defence and maritime cooperation. The agreements added a new momentum to their deepening bilateral engagement.

Other countries

Currently, citizens of 47 countries apart from the GCC nations, can get visa on arrival. Citizens of the following countries do not require advance visa arrangements to enter the UAE and can obtain a visa upon arrival for 90 days:

Czech Republic

Liechtenstein

Switzerland

Citizens of the following countries do not require advance visa arrangements to enter the UAE and can obtain a visa upon arrival for 30 days:

South Korea

New Zealand

The Vatican

United States

United Kingdom

Russia Federation

— Source: VisaHQ

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GCC's unified visa to be rolled out soon: Here's what you should know

Dubai: In a significant move to make travelling to the GCC countries simple and hassle-free, a unified visa system that allows the visa holder to stay up to 30 days in these countries, is likely to be launched by the end of this year. The GCC council has permitted to proceed with the unified visa that enables the visitor to enter the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Oman. Currently, separate visas are required to visit each country. The tourism ministers of the GCC countries hoped that the unified visa system would provide an impetus to the tourism sector of the region.

The ministerial-level seminar that was conducted as part of the Arabian Travel Market opined that creating a corridor by linking the major tourist attractions in the Gulf countries would pave the way for healthy competition and cooperation. This would then enable the GCC countries to highlight their incredible tourism potential to the world. The ministers said that the unified visa system would be a significant milestone in initiating developmental activities based on tourism. The meeting was of the opinion that a common visa would be helpful in projecting the Gulf countries as fabulous tourist destinations that are interconnected. Moreover, the GCC countries would be turned into a single tourism unit when the GCC railways too get materialised. Besides, the unified visa system could attract more investment to the airports and cruise terminals in the GCC countries.

Features of the visa The new visa will make travel in the GCC area more affordable and convenient for tourists. It will also improve and increase the activities offered to tourists. At the same time, unlike the Schengen visa, the GCC visa is meant for travellers who have a diverse business portfolio. The visa will also be beneficial to those travelling to the Gulf for Haj and Umra as well as those on short trips. In the first stage, the aim is to maximise cooperation between the GCC countries, which will facilitate the exchange of skilled labour in the second stage. The proposed rail link connecting the Gulf countries also necessitates the implementation of the unified visa regime.

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What countries do US citizens need a travel visa for?

T he U.S. passport is one of the most powerful in the world in terms of the ability to travel , as it gives its owners the privilege of being able to visit many countries without needing a visa .

According to the 2024 Henley Passport Index released by the International Air Transport Association, a United States passport ranks sixth in the world according to the number of destinations its holder can travel to without having to acquire a prior visa.

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Visa-free entry to many countries

The U.S. passport is tied with Canada, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland for sixth place, with citizens allowed to access 189 out of 227 destinations visa-free. This number includes countries that require Electronic Travel Authorization or a visa on arrival .

Six countries are tied for the number one spot- France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, and Spain- with their citizens able to visit 194 countries.

Seven countries are tied for second place in the Henley Passport Index: those from Austria, Finland, Ireland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, South Korea, and Sweden can travel to 193 countries without a visa.

Belgium, Denmark, and the United Kingdom are at third place, with their citizens able to travel to 192 nations without the need of a visa.

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Countries US citizens need a travel visa for

Those who are ready with this travel document will have to check if their port of entry requires a visa . Americans can go on a trip to majority of European, Caribbean, and Central and South American countries without one, but there are some places where you have to obtain a visa before you fly.

Travel to Cuba and North Korea may not be possible at all, due to restrictions imposed by the U.S. government.

Here is a list of countries for which you need to get a visa prior to traveling.

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Visa, nusuk app rules: how uae pilgrims can secure umrah slots before haj begins, the exit deadline for umrah visa holders is june 6, saudi arabia has announced.

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The introduction of e-visas and affordable packages for Umrah has prompted many UAE residents to undertake the pilgrimage a few times a year. However, as Muslims around the world prepare for the Haj pilgrimage (June 14-19), it is now mandatory for UAE residents to book a slot on Nusuk App to perform Umrah. Also, only people with valid Umrah visas will be able to undertake the pilgrimage.

With Saudi Arabia announcing the entry date of Umrah visa holders as May 23, 2024, and exit date as June 6, 2024, pilgrims are eager to seize the opportunity to embark on the pilgrimage.

Over a hundred inquiries a day

Qaiser Mahmood from ASAA Tourism said their agency receives over a hundred calls daily from residents seeking to embark on Umrah before the Haj season commences.

“We were receiving hundreds of calls daily. Residents enquire about the requirements to travel to Umrah before the Haj season begins. There is a huge demand currently but we do see it slightly decreasing as the Haj season approaches,” said Mahmood.

Shihab Perwad from Rehan Al Jazeera Tourism said the quota of Umrah visas has reduced significantly. “Previously, we had 15,000 Umrah visa quota, it has currently been reduced to 1,500. This is being done by the authorities to prepare for the Haj season."

Residents who are willing to perform Umrah before the Haj season must start planning now because of the limited timeframe. “People who have a valid Umrah visa can travel to Madinah and Makkah currently. They have to exit the two holy cities before the set deadline by the authorities,” said Mahmood

Book slots on Nusuk App before tickets

Mahmood said one must book slots for Umrah through the Nusuk app before booking the tickets. “Once the Umrah slot is booked, the pilgrim should reach the holy city in a few hours before it becomes invalid. Failure to do so may result in pilgrims being denied entry to Saudi Arabia."

“The allocation of prayer slots through the Nusuk app has witnessed a decline, with no availability for sites such as Rowdah or Riyad al-Jannah,” said Perwad.

Two-year jail term for violating the law

Perwad said strict penalties await those who violate regulations not leaving the holy sites on or before the Haj season. “It may include imprisonment for up to two years and hefty fines amounting to SAR 50,000. It will be considered illegal entry to Madinah and Makkah,” said Perwad.

Restricted airports

According to Umrah operators, pilgrims with Umrah visas can access certain airports, namely Jeddah, Madinah, Yanbu, and Taif. “Those holding multiple entry visas are prohibited from traveling to these designated airports,” said Perwad.

Vaccination

Travellers from the UAE are now required to receive the influenza vaccine before embarking on their pilgrimage journey. “If vaccination is not taken, pilgrims will be denied entry to board the flights,” said Perwad.

As the first batch of Haj pilgrims has already arrived, authorities are intensifying preparations for the upcoming Haj season, leading to heightened vigilance.

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Golden visa

The Golden visa is a long-term residence visa which enables foreign talents to live, work or study in the UAE while enjoying exclusive benefits. Investors, entrepreneurs, scientists, outstanding students and graduates, humanitarian pioneers and frontline heroes are among those eligible for the Golden visa. Read about the requirements and benefits of the Golden visa, and find digital services to apply for it.

What is the UAE’s Golden visa?

Golden visa requirements, the ‘one touch’ golden visa service, related digital services.

The UAE’s ‘Golden visa’ is a long-term residence visa which enables foreign talents to live, work or study in the UAE while enjoying exclusive benefits which include:

• an entry visa for six months with multiple entries to proceed with residence issuance
• a long-term, renewable residence visa valid for 5 or 10 years
• the privilege of not needing a sponsor
• the ability to stay outside the UAE for more than the usual period of six months in order to keep their residence visa valid
• the ability to sponsor their family members, including spouses and children regardless of their ages
• the ability to sponsor unlimited number of domestic helpers
• the permit for family members to stay in the UAE until the end of their permit duration, if the primary holder of the Golden visa passes away.

For queries regarding visas, please contact Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) or the UAE’s embassies and consulates .

For Dubai visas, contact the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs - Dubai (GDRFAD) .

Related links

• UAE Cabinet approves Executive Regulations of Federal Decree-Law on Entry and Residence of Foreigners - WAM
• Golden Residency - Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security
• Golden visa in Abu Dhabi   – TAMM
• Discover the golden visa and its categories - Abu Dhabi Residents Office

Requirements for the Golden visa depend on the type of residence, whether investor, talent, entrepreneur, etc.

Investors in public investments

If you invest in an investment fund, you may be granted a Golden Visa for a period of 10 years without a sponsor, subject to the:

• submission of a letter from an investment fund accredited in the UAE stating that the investor has a deposit of AED two million, or
• submission of a valid commercial licence or industrial licence and a memorandum of association stating that the investor’s capital is not less than AED two million

Additionally, you must:

• own the invested capital completely; it must not be a loan and
• provide proof of medical insurance for himself and his family (if any).

Real estate investors

If you own a property or a group of properties, you may be granted a Golden visa for a period of 5 years, renewable on the same conditions and without a sponsor subject to the:

• provision of a letter from the land department of the respective emirate stating that he owns one or more properties whose value is not less than 2 million dirhams
• purchase of a property with a loan from specific local banks approved by the competent local entity.

Entrepreneurs

If you are an entrepreneur, you may get a Golden visa for a period of 5 years, if you own an economic project of a technical or future nature based on risk & innovation. In addition, you must have an approval letter from each of the following:

• an auditor in the UAE stating that the project value is not less than 500,000 dirhams
• the authorities in the emirate stating that the project is of a technical or future nature
• an accredited business incubator in the UAE to establish the proposed activity in the country.

Outstanding specialised talents

Outstanding specialised talents include:

• creative people of culture and art
• specialists in scientific fields
• doctoral degree holders and
• specialists in the fields of engineering and science.

Subjects relating to engineering and science include:

• epidemiology and viruses
• artificial intelligence
• computer engineering
• electronic engineering
• software engineering
• electrical engineering
• genetics and biotechnology engineering.

If you have an outstanding specialised talent, you may get a Golden visa for 10 years after meeting the requirements mentioned below for each category:

Doctors and scientists

• an approval Letter from Ministry of Health and Prevention in the UAE to practice the profession of medicine (for doctors)
• a letter of recommendation from Emirates Council of Scientists or a letter from Secretariat of the Mohammed bin Rashid Medal for Scientific Excellence stating that the applicant has been awarded the Medal of Scientific Excellence (for scientists).
• a recommendation letter from Ministry of Economy stating that your patent has an added value to the country's economy

Creative people in the fields of culture and art

• an approval letter from the department of culture and arts in the respective emirate.

Related services

• Apply for a creative talented accreditation (cultural visa) – Dubai Culture
• Get an endorsement certificate for creative people – Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism
• Get a recommendation letter for golden visa request – Ministry of Culture and Youth

Executive Directors

• a copy of a university degree accredited by Ministry of Education with educational attainment not less than a bachelor's degree
• a letter of experience of no less than 5 years holding the same position
• a salary certificate with a salary of AED 50,000 at least
• a valid work contract. 
• a recommendation letter from General Sports Authority or one of the sports councils

Specialists in engineering and science

• a copy of a Bachelor’s or a Master’s degree certified by Ministry of Education and a work contract.

Outstanding Students

High school students

If you are a high school student and a national-level topper, (with a minimum grade of 95 per cent in public or private secondary school) you may be granted a Golden visa for 5 years without a sponsor, subject to submission of a recommendation letter from Ministry of Education (Emirates Schools Establishment).Duration of the Golden visa for students is 5 years and may be extended if he/she is enrolled in one of the majors/colleges in the country that requires a study period of more than five years.

University students

If you are an outstanding university student, you may be granted a Golden visa for a period of 10 years without a sponsor, provided that:

• the university must be rated either A or B class by Ministry of Education
• a recommendation letter from the university or an accredited graduation certificate or an accredited academic record stating that the student’s cumulative GPA is not less than 3.5 for A class universities and 3.8 for B class universities is submitted.

it has not been more than 2 years since you graduated.

Outstanding students of foreign universities may be granted a Golden visa for a period of 10 years without a sponsor, provided that:

• The university is rated among the best 100 universities global according to the rating system recognized by Ministry of Education
• The student’s cumulative GPA is not less than 3.5
• It has not been more than 2 years since you graduated
• Graduation certificate is accredited by the Ministry of Education

Pioneers of humanitarian work

If you are a pioneer of humanitarian work, you may get a Golden visa for 10 years. You must be one amongst the following categories to qualify as a pioneer of humanitarian work:

• members and outstanding employees who have worked for international and regional organisations for a minimum of five years
• members and outstanding employees who have worked for civil associations and institutions of public interest for a minimum of five years
• individuals who have received an appreciation award from a local, regional or international organisation that focuses on humanitarian work
• funders of humanitarian work provided that the value of the support does not fall below two million UAE dirhams or its equivalent.

Frontline heroes

Frontline heroes who displayed extraordinary effort in crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic also may get the Golden visa with a recommendation from a competent authority. Frontline heroes include nurses, medical assistants, lab technicians, pharmacologists and other cadres approved by the Frontline Heroes Office.

‘One touch’ Golden visa service is a comprehensive service designed to simplify the application and the renewal process for a Golden residence visa , saving the applicants’ time and effort.

The service will assist the applicants with their applications for the visa, issuance of other visas, regularisation of status, the issuance of residency and identity documents, and renewing all of these in one step.

• eServices related to Golden visa  - ICP
• Check your eligibility for Golden visa – ICP
• Golden visa services - GDRFA
• Apply for a recommendation of a Golden visa (for creatives) - Ministry of Youth and Culture

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