A new UAE Entry and Residence Scheme with ten types of entry visas have been announced. This was announced on Monday, April 18th. With a single unified platform to apply, the scheme promises more options and flexibility for those travelling to the United Arab Emirates. Under the new UAE Entry and Residence Scheme, major changes include multi-entry visas and a 60-day validity period.
#UAE adopted a new Entry and Residence Scheme including new categories and expanding the scope of beneficiaries. A step that supports the country's competitiveness in the tourism, economic and educational sectors. pic.twitter.com/BKApLKiXJz
— UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) April 18, 2022
If you want to travel or relocate to the UAE, the new UAE visa Entry and Residence Scheme offers more possibilities and choices for current visa holders, residents, job seekers, self-employed individuals, and others. Green Visas and Golden Visas have also changed the new UAE visa Entry and Residence Scheme.
The new system for residence visas and entry permits offers new types of residence permits for investors, skilled employees, self-employment and family members. The new types provide customized benefits to each category. pic.twitter.com/7JI8qjMsKm
— UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) April 18, 2022
Furthermore, the new UAE residence visa and entry permit system include provisions for investors, skilled workers, self-employment, and other activities. Under the new UAE Entry and Residence Scheme, the UAE Golden Visa and Golden Visa residence rules have also been expanded. The programme has been expanded to include more benefits, such as a 10-year renewable residency.
The new Entry and Residence Scheme offers 10 types of entry visas with simplified requirements and more benefits. New visas require no host or sponsor, offer more flexibility, multi entry, 60 days validity and one unified platform to apply at pic.twitter.com/0PsCJYaoyR
— UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) April 18, 2022
A new five-year multi-entry tourist visa for the UAE has been introduced for visitors. A sponsor is not required and allows visitors to stay for up to 90 days in a row. The visa may be extended as long as the total period of stay does not surpass 180 days in a calendar year. Applicants must meet certain criteria, including having a minimum bank balance, but, as previously stated, a host is no longer required as part of the application.
