The revised visa system to implement in UAE from October 3

The revised visa system, which will bring about a qualitative change in the entry and residence of foreigners, will be implemented in the UAE from Monday, October 3.

Residency and entry visa options are being modernized in line with increasing global competitiveness in attracting investors and entrepreneurs and enhancing its position as a tourist destination.

Facilitate viva procedures and add new benefits to residents. The separation between the resident and the employer helps to improve the quality of life and make the experience of living, working, and investing in the UAE enjoyable and pleasant. Under the scope of the revised system, a visa for exploring employment opportunities and another visa for exploring investment and business opportunities have been introduced to attract investors without a guarantor or host within the country, under the conditions set out in the new executive regulation.

The revised visa system provides new benefits for the residence of family members, allowing a foreigner residing in the country to easily bring family members such as a wife and children, raising the age of children to 25. Years later, only 18 years, residence permits were granted to unmarried girls of all ages and children from determined families.

In the revised system, if a breadwinner who got Golden Residency dies, the benefits to the family members will allow them to remain in the state for the duration of their residency.

In accordance with the regulations established in this regard, diversification of Golden Residency categories has been included to include scholars, experts, and talented talents.

It also includes flexible procedures for granting residency to entrepreneurs, outstanding students, and graduates to give them a better opportunity to live and work.

The revised system of entry visas provides new multiple purposes and options for those wishing to visit the country, with flexible and extendable visit periods of up to one year, and with the aim of facilitating entry into the country without the need for a guarantor or host.

Procedures and requirements that enable visitors and job seekers to achieve their aspirations and enjoy a safe and sustainable life in the UAE.

The revamped visa system helps to support the sustainable development process and economic diversification policy by attracting skilled workers, scientific talent, skilled people, creative people, and skilled experts.