Yes, Green Visa holders can sponsor their spouse, children (sons up to age 25, unmarried daughters with no age limit), and first-degree relatives for residency in the UAE.
Yes, you can apply for a UAE Green Visa while outside the country, and once approved, you’ll receive an entry permit to travel to the UAE and complete the residency process.
The Green Visa differs from standard UAE residence visas by not requiring employer sponsorship, offering a 5-year validity (vs. 2–3 years), a longer grace period after cancellation (up to 6 months), and greater flexibility for freelancers, skilled professionals, and investors to live and work independently.
The UAE Green Visa application process typically takes 2 to 4 weeks, depending on document readiness, medical test results, and the speed of Emirates ID and visa processing. Fast-track services may shorten this timeline.
Yes, to maintain Green Visa status, you must not be outside the UAE for more than 180 consecutive days, or your residency may become invalid.
If your investment drops below the required threshold after obtaining the Green Visa, your visa may not be eligible for renewal at the end of the 5-year term, as you must still meet the eligibility criteria—but your current visa remains valid until it expires.
The minimum investment required for an Investor Green Visa in the UAE is AED 1 million in a UAE-based business or share capital, which can be spread across multiple licensed entities.
