The UAE continues to strengthen its position in the global talent market. In May 2025, the country’s authorities added 5 new categories for obtaining a 10–year Golden Visa. Now, long-term residency status is available not only to investors and scientists, but also to representatives of professions that were not previously covered by the program: nurses, educators, digital content creators, esports professionals, and luxury yacht owners.
New categories of applicants
Nurses with more than 15 years of experience in the Dubai Health system have been eligible for a 10–year visa. The measure is timed to coincide with International Nurse’s Day and highlights the UAE’s strategy for developing medical tourism. In 2024 alone, more than 500,000 medical tourists visited the country.
Teachers and educators from private schools, kindergartens, and universities who have shown outstanding results can now apply for long-term residency. In the UNESCO ranking, the UAE education system ranks 10th in the world, and the authorities are betting on attracting the best staff for further growth.
Digital content creators, filmmakers, influencers, and other representatives of the creative industries have been given the opportunity to apply online without having to have a local sponsor. The category was announced at the 1 Billion Followers summit in January 2025.
Professionals in the field of esports and gaming can get a 10–year visa if they are accredited by Dubai Culture. Dubai is implementing the Gaming 2033 program, hoping to take a leading position in the digital entertainment market of the Middle East.
Owners of private yachts with a length of at least 40 meters, as well as managers and partners of the yacht business can now also apply for long-term status. This measure is aimed at the development of yacht tourism and luxury industry in Abu Dhabi.
Advantages and conditions of Golden Visa
- The opportunity to live and work in the UAE without a national sponsor.
- The right to sponsor family members and support staff.
- Opening bank accounts, obtaining loans, obtaining a local driver’s license, access to educational and medical services.
- Unlike European programs, the UAE Golden Visa does not lead to permanent residence, but provides flexibility and attractive living and business conditions.
Analysts estimate that over the past two years, the number of Golden Visas issued has exceeded 150,000. The program has become a growth driver for the real estate market and attracted more than $20 billion in foreign direct investment to the country.
Learn more about the program and the new categories on the official portal of the UAE government.
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