People from across the world aspire to live in the city of Dubai. In 2019, the UAE introduced exciting changes to give more people the flexibility to live here.
The UAE implemented a new system for long-term residence visas to allow people to have a more stable status. The improved system will enable foreigners to live, work and study in the UAE without a national sponsor. Traditionally, the sponsor is the place of employment. Such visas are only valid for two to three years.
The new “Golden Visas” are issued for 5 or 10 years and can be renewed without the need of a sponsor. This gives people the freedom to not worry about losing their residence visa status should they leave an employer. This new policy is expected to provide a boost in the property market as residents can establish stronger roots in the UAE.
There are several subcategories of people that can apply for a five-year visa.
There are several subcategories of people that can apply for a five-year visa.
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