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Gulf Today
2 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Today
Minimum income of $3,500 required to obtain Remote Work Visa in UAE
The United Arab Emirates offers a Remote Work Visa to foreigners working outside the country, allowing them to enter, reside, and work remotely for employers based abroad. This visa is valid for one year and is renewable, provided the holder complies with the terms and conditions. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) clarifies that this visa enables foreigners to reside in the UAE without a local sponsor. The ICP stated that the documents required include proof of remote employment with a company or entity outside the UAE, evidence of a monthly income of at least $3,500 (or equivalent in other currencies), a valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months, a colored passport-sized photograph and a valid health insurance coverage within the UAE. Applicants can apply through the smart services system via the ICP's official website or the UAEICP mobile app. The visa permits entry into the UAE within 60 days of date of issuance. It can be applied for on line by these steps: Registering and logging in to the ICP's website or app, filling in the required details and upload necessary documents, paying the applicable fees, and evaluating the service and then the applicant will receive the visa via email. The fees of the total application fee are Dhs350, including: visa issuance fee (Dhs100), application fee (Dhs100), smart services fee (Dhs100) and ICP service fee (Dhs50).
News18
20-05-2025
- Business
- News18
UAE Launches Blue Visa For Environmental Champions With 10-Year Residency
Last Updated: As per the UAE government, those who have contributed to environmental conservation qualify for a 10-year visa. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has now begun the application process for the Blue Visa, a long-term resident visa for people who have made remarkable contributions to environmental protection. It is a multiple-entry permit that allows eligible tourists to stay in the Emirates for up to six months, with the possibility of a 10-year residency beginning this year. First introduced in May 2024, the UAE Blue Residency program aims to attract worldwide environmental leaders to help the UAE achieve sustainable economic and social development. Beginning February 2025, individuals can apply for an environmental visa through the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security. If you're looking forward to applying for the Blue Visa, here we've mentioned the details related to the eligibility criteria and key steps. Take a look. Eligibility Criteria Influencers: Those who have made major contributions, put up extraordinary efforts, and had a significant impact on the environment, climate change, sustainability, and clean and renewable energy are eligible to apply for this Visa. Scientists and Researchers: Scientists with significant global achievements and influence in the disciplines of environment, climate change, sustainability and clean and renewable energy, as certified by the UAE Scientists Council. Investors and Entrepreneurs: Young businessmen or investors working in the field of climate change, sustainability, environment and renewable energy can also apply. Steps To Apply: Applicants can start the process by going to the ICP smart services platform or the official website. Next up, select Blue Residency Services. After that, one must decide where to apply for the Blue Visa. It can be filed both within the country and outside of it, including in India. The Blue Visa joins previously established programs such as the Golden Visa, which grants investors, entrepreneurs and specialists ten years of residency, and the Green Visa, which offers competent professionals and business owners five years. As per the UAE government, those who have contributed to environmental conservation qualify for a 10-year visa. These include the land and marine environments, air quality, sustainable technology, and the circular economy.
Khaleej Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Blue Visa: UAE offers multiple-entry permit to foreigners applying for residency
The UAE has launched a 180-day permit for expats to apply for the Blue Residency visa — a 10-year residency granted to individuals who have made 'exceptional contributions and efforts' in protecting the environment. Eligible individuals outside the UAE can now apply for a multiple-entry visa valid for 180 days from the entry date, according to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP). This initiative is aimed at facilitating the completion of all necessary procedures required to obtain the Blue Residency, Emarat Al Youm reported. The Blue Residency is the first long-term residency in the UAE specifically targeting those who have made significant impacts in environmental conservation, sustainability, and clean and renewable energy whether within the country or abroad. According to the authority, the following categories are eligible to apply for this visa: The multi-entry permit to finalise the procedures for a long-term residency visa was previously extended to foreigners who wish to get a UAE Golden Visa. This service offered an entry permit for a period of 6 months, which could be extended for a similar period, to facilitate the completion of procedures for obtaining the 10-year residency. How to apply multi-entry permit Applications can be submitted through the ICP's official website and the UAEICP mobile application. The five-step application process takes around seven minutes and includes filling in personal data, attaching required documents such as: A passport valid for at least six months A personal photo Proof of eligibility Paying the fees Submit application. The service is completed within one working day once all documents are verified. The announcement follows the first phase of the Blue Residency initiative, unveiled during the World Government Summit in February, where 20 prominent individuals in sustainability were granted the residency. It forms part of the UAE's broader strategy to position itself as a global leader in climate action and innovation, following earlier long-term visa programmes such as the Golden and Green residencies.
Indian Express
20-05-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
UAE 10-year Blue Residency Visa 2025: Applications open for expats — know how to apply, eligibility, and more
The United Arab Emirates has officially opened applications for its newly introduced 'Blue Visa' – a multiple-entry permit which enables eligible visitors to stay in the Emirates for an initial period of up to six months, followed by the potential for a 10-year residency thereafter, starting early this year, in 2025. In May of last year, the country introduced a long-term residency programme aimed at environmental advocates, designed to build and promote a culture of sustainability within the Emirates, in line with the country's commitment to environmental conservation. It is offered to individuals who have made remarkable contributions to environmental preservation, sustainability, and clean or renewable energy, according to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP). The Blue Visa, a special residency permit, will be offered to those demonstrating extraordinary dedication and influence in the environmental and energy sectors. i. Distinguished influencers who have made significant contributions, made exceptional efforts, and had a measurable positive impact on the environment, climate change, sustainability, and clean and renewable energy. ii. Scientists and researchers who have major global achievements and influence in the fields of environment, climate change, sustainability, and clean and renewable energy, as approved by the UAE Scientists Council. iii. Investors and entrepreneurs who operate in the fields of environment, climate change, sustainability, and clean and renewable energy. iv. Working professionals and specialists who are working in government and private environmental agencies within the UAE. The required documents like a valid passport for at least six months, a recent colour photograph, achievements or proof of work in the specified fields, and payment of applicable fees. Applicants can begin the procedure using the ICP smart services platform or official website: and click the section 'Blue Residency Services.' Following that, one has to select the place of application for the Blue Visa. It can be filed for from within the country or from abroad, including India. To apply, people will need: After applying, one will receive a confirmation email.
ARN News Center
18-05-2025
- ARN News Center
Man held at Abu Dhabi airport for hiding 89 cocaine capsules in intestine
A man has been detained for attempting to smuggle 89 cocaine capsules, valued at Dh5 million, through Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport. Customs inspection officers at the airport said advanced screening showed that the drugs, weighing approximately 1,198 gm, were hidden inside the man's intestine. Officials said the traveller from a South American country had raised suspicions upon arrival. He was then referred to the competent authorities to extract the 89 capsules from his intestine. The General Directorate of Ports at the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security, said the smuggling attempt was made on Friday.
