In a significant and commendable move, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expanded the scope of its Golden Visa program to now include Pakistani nurses, acknowledging their vital role as frontline heroes in the healthcare sector.
The Golden Visa program, renowned for offering foreign talents the opportunity to live, work, or study in the UAE, comes with a host of exclusive benefits.
Eligibility
The Golden Visa is open to a diverse range of professionals, encompassing investors, entrepreneurs, scientists, outstanding students, graduates, and humanitarian pioneers. Notably, this now extends to nurses holding a valid license with a minimum of five years of experience, making them eligible to apply.
Exclusive Benefits for Golden Visa Holders
Golden Visa recipients enjoy a myriad of benefits, including a six-month entry visa with multiple entries for residence issuance. The renewable residence visa can be obtained for 5 or 10 years, eliminating the requirement for a sponsor. Holders also have the flexibility to stay outside the UAE for extended periods, surpassing the typical six-month limit.
Family Sponsorship Perks
Golden Visa holders can sponsor their family members, encompassing spouses and children of all ages, with no restrictions on sponsoring domestic helpers. In the unfortunate event of the primary visa holder’s demise, family members can continue to stay in the UAE until the conclusion of their permit duration.
Cost Considerations
While the cost of obtaining a UAE Golden Visa varies based on the category, reports suggest that nurses can acquire the visa for approximately AED 100,000.
Simple Application Process:
Applying for a UAE Golden Visa involves a straightforward process. Prospective applicants need to collect the required documents, complete the application form, pay the applicable fee, and submit the application to the UAE government.
Furthermore, the general processing time for the Golden Visa is around three to six months.
This initiative underscores the UAE’s commitment to acknowledging and welcoming skilled professionals, especially those who have played a crucial role on the frontlines of healthcare, such as nurses.
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