UAE Launches Nomination-Based Golden Visa Scheme for Indians: Lifetime Residency at ₹23 Lakh
The UAE has introduced a nomination-based Golden Visa programme aimed at Indian and Bangladeshi professionals, offering lifetime residency for a one-time cost of AED 1,00,000 (approx. ₹23.3 lakh). However, this fee alone doesn’t guarantee approval final decision rests with UAE immigration authorities based on eligibility, merit, and background checks.
Key Features of the Nomination-Based Golden Visa:
Lifetime Residency: 10-year visa, renewable, with no local sponsor required
Family Sponsorship: Includes the right to sponsor family members and domestic staff
Open to Mid-Career Professionals: Especially in healthcare, media, innovation, entrepreneurship, and social impact
No Investment Required: Unlike other Golden Visa options, no need for business/property investment
Multiple Entry Allowed: Flexibility to travel and live abroad without losing residency status
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Have a clean criminal record
- Show proven contributions in their field
vDemonstrate economic or social value to the UAE
- Clear background checks, including AML (anti-money laundering), social media scrutiny, and police verification
Eligible categories include:
- Talented professionals
- Entrepreneurs
- Humanitarian workers
- Creatives and innovators
Required Documents:
- Full passport copy (all pages)
- UAE visa history (if any)
- Recent passport-size photo (white background)
- Proof of eligibility based on category
- Bank statements for financial stability
- Valid health insurance
- Police clearance from India or current residence
- Additional category-based documents (salary slip, educational certificates, etc.)
Application Process:
1. Choose your category: Talent, entrepreneur, humanitarian, etc.
2. Apply via authorised agencies: Rayad Group, VFS Global, One Vasco
3. Or through ICP’s official portal
4. Use the “One Touch” Golden Visa service for end-to-end processing
5. Await nomination review and final approval by UAE authorities
Where to Get More Information:
- Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP)
- General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFAD)
Note:
While the ₹23 lakh Golden Visa may seem easily accessible, final selection is highly merit-based, requiring more than just financial capability. Applicants must prprove their professional worth and clean background to secure UAE’s long-term residency benefits.
