The UAE Government Announced a New 10-Year Residency Visa

The UAE government has announced a revolutionary program to extend their dedication to protecting the environment and promoting sustainability. The Blue Visa, also known as the new 10-year Residency Visa, has been approved by the government to acknowledge and help individuals who have made remarkable efforts to conserve the environment in the UAE and worldwide.

This is a self-sponsored visa type and will be accessible for individuals to apply autonomously through the official website of the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security. The new visa is proposed to attract international environmental advocates and experts to help promote and grow the country's sustainability goals.

Minister of Climate Change and Environment, Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak mentioned that the visa will attract experts in sustainability and environment protection globally. She emphasized that this program aims to boost the UAE's strong commitment to promoting environmental innovation and tackling worldwide environmental issues.

According to insiders, the Blue Visa is expected to generate job opportunities for people with education or expertise in sustainability-related areas. This refers to environmental scientists, researchers, and professionals who focus on different aspects of environmental protection and sustainability.

Who Can Apply for the New UAE Blue Residency Visa?

According to some reliable sources, Blue Visa will be open to a wide range of people who have shown an extraordinary influence in protecting the environment. Those who meet the requirements are:

Environmental Action Supporters: People who have backed environmental efforts in the UAE and worldwide, will qualify for the Blue Visa.

Global Award Winners: Recipients of prestigious global awards for their efforts in environmental protection will be eligible for the Blue Visa.

International organizations and multinational companies' members will also have access to the Blue Visa if they are dedicated to environmental sustainability.

Members of different associations and NGOs that have made extra-ordinary contributions to environmental protection will receive the Blue Visa as reward to their hard work.

Leading Scientists and Researchers: Prominent scientists and researchers who have made groundbreaking contributions to environmental protection will also be eligible for the Blue Visa. This includes both Emiratis and residents in the UAE who are making extraordinary efforts for environmental protection and sustainability.