Holders of the UAE Green Visa will be able to sponsor themselves for five years, eliminating the need for a UAE national
or employer to sponsor them. In order to stimulate the economy, the UAE government is attracting outstanding talents,
skilled professionals, freelancers, investors, and entrepreneurs through such initiatives.
The holders of Green Residence visas will be able to sponsor the residence of their family members including children,
spouses and first-degree relatives. In addition to this, Green Visa holders can sponsor their sons up to the age of 25
as well as unmarried daughters regardless of their age. Family members will also receive the same residency as that of
the original visa holder.
Overstay period after visa cancellation or expiration will be six months.
Who can apply for a Green visa?
- Freelancers and/or self-employed people
Freelancers and/or self-employed people who wish to apply for a Green visa need to submit:
- A freelance/self-employment permit from Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation
- Proof of a bachelor’s degree or a specialized diploma
- Evidence of annual income from self-employment for the previous two years amounting to not less than AED
360,000, or proof of financial solvency throughout their stay in the UAE.
- Skilled employees
To apply for a Green visa, skilled employees must:
- Have a valid employment contract
- Classified in the first, second or third occupational level as per Ministry of Human Resources and
Emiratisation
- Hold a minimum of bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Have a salary of not less than AED 15,000 per month.
What is a Green visa in UAE?
The UAE’s Green visa is a type of residence visa, that allows its holder to sponsor himself/herself for 5 years,
eliminating the need for a UAE national or employer to sponsor his/her visa.
Who can apply for a Green visa?
Freelancers, self-employed and skilled employees can apply for a Green visa.
What are the requirement for Entry Permit for Green Residence for Self-Employment?
- Colored Photo
- A copy of the passport of the beneficiary of the service
- Qualification Certificate
- A proof of income – Minimum 360,000 AED or equivalent in other currency for the last two years
- Freelancing permit from MOHRE
- Iraqi Population Card for the beneficiary (Optional)
- Pakistani ID card for the beneficiary (Optional)
- Afghan ID card for the beneficiary (Optional)
- The Iranian Censenamah\ID card for the beneficiary (Optional)
Please note that the mandatory/optional documents may vary depending on the data entered in the application.
What is the validity of Green Visa?
The green visa is issue for skilled employees for 5 years.
What is the eligibility criteria for skilled employees to get a green visa?
To apply for a Green visa, skilled employees must:
- Have a valid employment contract.
- Be classified in the first, second or third occupational level as per Ministry of Human Resources and
Emiratisation.
- Hold a minimum of bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Have a salary of not less than AED 15,000 per month.
