In yet another move to honor the healthcare professions and further promote environmental sustainability, the UAE has now opened up its residency programs. Accordingly, Dubai has conferred Golden Visas on long-serving nurses, while the UAE has also introduced a Blue Visa, which gives a 10-year residence permit to individuals for their contributions towards environmental protection.
Golden Visas for Dubai Nurses
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, directed to grant Golden Visas to nurses under Dubai Health with more than 15 years of service. This honors such nurses for their commitment to the country and their major share in elevating the provision of healthcare services.
The Golden Visa was launched in 2019 as an effort from the UAE government to give a 10-year renewable residency to qualified foreign nationals who contribute significantly to the national economy and knowledge sectors. This temporary resident status tends to stabilize and lure investments away from professionals to investors and skilled employees.
UAE Unveils Blue Visa for Environmental Change-propellers
The nation has added into its many sustainable initiatives the ten-year residency dubbed the Blue Visa specifically for individuals whose contributions in environmental protection and sustainability have been outstanding. The announcement at the World Governments Summit 2025, this particular initiative is aimed at attracting sustainability thought leaders and innovators to the country.
This initiative includes a Blue Visa into the spectrum of supporters of environmental action, which include international organizations, companies, associations, NGOs, prizes around the globe, and activists and researchers distinguished for their work in the environment.
Process of Application and Eligibility
For Nurses:
- Must have a valid employment contract in the UAE.
- Employed in a skilled occupation classified as level 1 or 2 by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratizations (MOHRE).
- Minimum educational qualification: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Minimum monthly salary: AED 30,000 (exceptions possible for specific professions).
- Proof of professional licensing if applicable.
Blue Visa Applicants:
- Exceptional contribution toward environmental protection and sustainability.
- Belonging to one of international organizations, companies, associations, NGOs, and famous award winners from across the globe, and distinguished activists and researchers in environmental work.
- Applications can be submitted directly to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security or through competent authorities in the UAE for nomination.
Such initiatives made by the UAE to award Golden Visas to dedicated nurses and introduce Blue Visa for environmental contributors signifies a commitment of the UAE to acknowledge and retain talents adding value in spearheading the development and sustainability goals of the nation. These programs advocate not just long-term residency benefits but further posits the UAE as a global hub for skilled and sustainable-minded professionals.