Starting April 2025, Abu Dhabi Launches 10-Year Golden Visa for Skilled Professionals with High Salaries and In-Demand Jobs. So, if you’ve ever dreamed of living in a sun-soaked, skyscraper-filled city where innovation meets luxury—Abu Dhabi is calling your name! And now, the city is rolling out the red carpet with its 10-Year Golden Visa for Skilled Professionals. Yep, a full decade of UAE living – no strings, no hustle. Just you, your talent, and endless opportunities.
Let’s break it down, shall we?
Who Can Apply? (Spoiler: You might just qualify!)
To be eligible, you must:
- Already be employed in the UAE (that’s your foot in the door!)
- Hold at least a bachelor’s degree or something equivalent (no diploma collectors, please).
- Have a valid UAE practicing license (if required for your role – think doctors, teachers, pharmacists).
- Make AED 30,000/month or more (~USD 8,200) – not bad, huh?
- Hold a job classified as Level 1 or Level 2 in MOHRE’s fancy occupational list:
- Level 1 = Big bosses: managers, execs, decision-makers.
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Level 2 = The cool professionals: scientists, engineers, doctors, educators, IT experts, lawyers, business gurus, cultural champs… basically, the brains behind everything.
What You’ll Need (a.k.a. The Golden Paperwork)
To secure your long-term slice of paradise, gather the following:
- UAE-approved employment contract
- Proof that your job is Level 1 or 2 under MOHRE
- Attested bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Valid license (only if your job needs it)
- Employment certificate
- Salary certificate from your employer + 3-month bank statement showing your shiny AED 30K+ salary.
It’s a checklist, not a thesis. You got this.
Why Should You Care?
Because it’s 10 years of:
- Living in one of the safest, most futuristic cities in the world
- Zero visa stress – your stay is secure
- Access to premium services, business perks, and a killer skyline view
- And let’s be honest… saying “I’ve got a Golden Visa” just sounds awesome.