Discover a world of possibilities in Abu Dhabi. The Abu Dhabi Golden Visa is designed to attract top talent in various fields, offering long-term residency to international investors, innovators, university graduates, athletes and creatives in arts and culture who wish to thrive in a city known for its dynamic growth, unmatched lifestyle and robust business environment.

The Abu Dhabi Golden Visa offers long-term residency to top international talent, enabling them to live, work and grow in one of the world’s most forward-thinking cities. With options for visas valid up to 10 years, this programme is open to those excelling in investment, entrepreneurship, academia, sports and the arts. The Golden Visa also allows for family sponsorship, enabling visa holders to bring their spouses, children and parents to live in Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi also recognises top athletic talent, offering a Golden Visa for Athletes who have demonstrated excellence and outstanding achievements in sports. Whether you are an accomplished athlete or hold a leadership role in an international sports federation, Abu Dhabi provides a supportive environment for sports professionals.

This Golden Visa is designed for creative professionals who seek to enrich Abu Dhabi’s art and cultural landscape. The Abu Dhabi Golden Visa for Creatives in Arts & Culture is available to artists and intellectuals, offering long-term residency options to support an inclusive creative community.

Ranked #1 in the Global Entrepreneurship Index 2022 by the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, the UAE provides an ideal landscape for business pioneers. Whether launching a new venture or relocating an existing one, the Abu Dhabi Golden Visa for Entrepreneurs supports long-term residency, ensuring entrepreneurs can thrive in a business-friendly environment.

The Abu Dhabi Golden Visa for Innovators & Inventors is tailored for those with groundbreaking ideas and innovations. It provides long-term residency for top global talent in science and technology.

Abu Dhabi is an ideal destination for global investors, providing 100% foreign ownership, tax advantages and a strategic gateway to the Middle East, Africa and South Asia. The Abu Dhabi Golden Visa for Investors offers long-term residency, allowing investors to benefit from the emirate’s supportive business environment and access to international markets

The Abu Dhabi Golden Visa for Real Estate Investors supports individuals investing in the emirate’s thriving property market. With long-term residency options, this visa enables real estate investors to take part in Abu Dhabi’s growth and enjoy its world-class infrastructure and lifestyle.

The Abu Dhabi Golden Visa for Students supports emerging talent in fields such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics and entrepreneurship. Overseen by the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), this visa fosters a vibrant academic community, providing residency options for graduates from top-tier international universities outside the UAE who are looking to launch their careers in Abu Dhabi’s thriving economy.