UAE Student Visas, 5-Year Green Visas & 10-Year Golden Visas for Top Graduates

Overview of UAE Academic Relocation

The United Arab Emirates has emerged as a major education hub with top-tier international branch campuses in Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) and Abu Dhabi. Student residency permits are typically issued for 1 year renewable through university sponsorship or family sponsorship.

10-Year Golden Visa for Exceptional Students

The UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) grants 10-year self-sponsored Golden Visas to outstanding students who meet either of the following criteria:

• Graduates from recognized UAE universities with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.8 out of 4.0.
• Graduates from the world's top 100 universities (QS or Times Higher Education) with a cumulative GPA of 3.5+ completed within the past two years.

5-Year Green Visa for Skilled Freelancers & Graduates

For graduates embarking on professional careers or entrepreneurial ventures, the 5-year Green Visa requires no national sponsor, a valid employment contract in a Level 1, 2, or 3 occupational tier, and a minimum monthly salary of AED 15,000. Family sponsorship privileges are fully included with generous grace periods.