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United Arab Emirates UAE Green Visa

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1.Update your profile

Add your photo and full name so we can personalize your wizard.

online1 dayEasy

2.Valid passport (≥6 months)

Passport with ≥6 months remaining.

eitherEasy

3.Passport-spec photo (UAE format)

Standard UAE biometric photo.

either1 dayEasy

4.Online Green Visa application via ICP or GDRFA

Apply via ICP smart app or GDRFA portal.

online2 daysMedium

5.Bachelor's+ degree certificate (UAE-attested)

Degree attested by UAE Embassy or Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

either14 daysHard

6.[Freelancer] MOHRE freelancer permit

Apply for MOHRE freelancer permit.

online14 daysHard

7.[Freelancer] Income evidence — 2 years ≥AED 360,000/yr

2 years of income evidence at or above AED 360k/yr.

online7 daysHard

8.[Skilled employee] Employment contract + MOHRE skill classification

Employment contract + MOHRE skill 1/2/3 classification.

online7 daysMedium

9.[Investor] Investment proof + economic-department approval

Investment evidence + economic-department approval.

online14 daysHard

10.Medical fitness test at UAE health centre

Medical fitness test at approved UAE health centre.

in-person7 daysMedium

11.UAE health insurance

UAE-compliant health insurance.

online2 daysMedium

12.Pay Green Visa fee (~AED 2,200–3,000)

Green Visa fee.

onlineEasy

13.Receive entry visa OR change of status

Entry visa OR in-UAE change of status.

online7 daysEasy

14.Enter UAE OR convert status

Enter UAE on entry visa or convert from existing status.

in-personEasy

15.Emirates ID enrollment (biometrics)

Emirates ID biometric capture at ICP centre.

in-person7 daysMedium

16.Receive 5-year Green Visa + Emirates ID

Receive Green Visa stamp + Emirates ID card.

in-person14 daysEasy

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All visas

United Arab Emirates UAE Green Visa

Premium

Your checklist progress

0 of 16 tasks complete

0 in progress0 need help0 complete

1.Update your profile

Add your photo and full name so we can personalize your wizard.

online1 dayEasy

2.Valid passport (≥6 months)

Passport with ≥6 months remaining.

eitherEasy

3.Passport-spec photo (UAE format)

Standard UAE biometric photo.

either1 dayEasy

4.Online Green Visa application via ICP or GDRFA

Apply via ICP smart app or GDRFA portal.

online2 daysMedium

5.Bachelor's+ degree certificate (UAE-attested)

Degree attested by UAE Embassy or Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

either14 daysHard

6.[Freelancer] MOHRE freelancer permit

Apply for MOHRE freelancer permit.

online14 daysHard

7.[Freelancer] Income evidence — 2 years ≥AED 360,000/yr

2 years of income evidence at or above AED 360k/yr.

online7 daysHard

8.[Skilled employee] Employment contract + MOHRE skill classification

Employment contract + MOHRE skill 1/2/3 classification.

online7 daysMedium

9.[Investor] Investment proof + economic-department approval

Investment evidence + economic-department approval.

online14 daysHard

10.Medical fitness test at UAE health centre

Medical fitness test at approved UAE health centre.

in-person7 daysMedium

11.UAE health insurance

UAE-compliant health insurance.

online2 daysMedium

12.Pay Green Visa fee (~AED 2,200–3,000)

Green Visa fee.

onlineEasy

13.Receive entry visa OR change of status

Entry visa OR in-UAE change of status.

online7 daysEasy

14.Enter UAE OR convert status

Enter UAE on entry visa or convert from existing status.

in-personEasy

15.Emirates ID enrollment (biometrics)

Emirates ID biometric capture at ICP centre.

in-person7 daysMedium

16.Receive 5-year Green Visa + Emirates ID

Receive Green Visa stamp + Emirates ID card.

in-person14 daysEasy

Your membership isn't legal advice. A licensed immigration lawyer can confirm what's right for your situation. Read full disclaimer →