Green Visa - Freelancer/Self-Employed (5 Years)
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Green Visa - Freelancer/Self-Employed (5 Years)

Digital Nomad PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

7-14 days

Application Fee

200 AED

Stay Duration

5 years

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Long-term residency for self-employed professionals and freelancers. Valid 5 years, renewable, no sponsor required.

Green visa for self-employed professionals and freelancers without requiring employer sponsorship. Requires proof of bachelor's degree and minimum annual income of AED 360,000. Ideal for independent professionals, consultants, and remote workers.

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Requirements

Financial

Minimum Income

360,000 AED

per year

Personal

Education

Bachelor or higher

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

At least 6 months validity

Passport photos

Recent biometric photographs

Freelance license

Self-employment permit from MoHRE

Income proof

Bank statements showing AED 360,000+ annually for past 2 years

Educational credentials

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Medical test

Health examination results

Police clearance

Criminal record certificate

Proof of residence

Address in UAE

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Advantages

  • No employer sponsorship required
  • Full professional independence
  • Can sponsor family
  • 5-year validity
  • Renewable indefinitely
  • Grace period for renewals

Considerations

  • Requires minimum income threshold
  • Must have bachelor's degree
  • Need 2 years of income history
  • Freelance license required

Application Process

1

Get freelance permit

Obtain freelance/self-employment license from MoHRE

2

Prepare documents

Gather income proof and educational credentials

3

Submit application

Apply for green visa online or in-person

4

Provide financial proof

Submit evidence of AED 360,000+ annual income

5

Medical test

Complete health examination

6

Security check

Background verification

7

Receive approval

Green visa approved

8

Get 5-year visa

Receive green residence visa

Application Forms

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Cost of Living
20% cheaper than United States
Avg SalaryAED 140,400
Quality of Life
176/200
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