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Green Visa

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0% personal income tax No employer sponsor required. Includes freelance work permit from MOHRE. Self-sufficient.

Investment
AED 360k/yr income (freelancer) OR skilled employee
Processing
1 months
Min stay
0 days/year
Tax rate
0% personal income tax%

How popular is this programme?

Searches/mo
90
Interest
Low
Trend
Stable 0%
Demand score39/100

Based on Google search demand (US). Updated periodically.

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Key Details

Leads to PRNo
Dual citizenshipNo
Remote workYes
Healthcare includedNo
Crypto accepted—
Same-sex recognised—
RenewableYes

Stay Requirements

UAE Green/Golden visas have no minimum stay requirement (older 6-month-absence rule largely removed)

high confidence

Highlights

  • No employer sponsorship required
  • Freelance work permit included
  • Self-sufficient residency
  • Fast processing time
  • 0% personal income tax

What could change

Changes in UAE labor laws could impact freelance work regulations.

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Tax Notes

The UAE has a 0% personal income tax rate, following a territorial tax system.

Last verified: 4/15/2026Updated: 6/10/2026Confidence: high

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People also ask

Who is eligible for a green visa in the UAE?
A green residence visa allows a commercial project investor/partner, high skilled workers, and self-employed people to reside in Dubai for up to 5 years without need for a sponsor or employer. It is renewable under the same terms as when it was first issued.
How much does a UAE green visa cost?
What is the cost of the Green Visa in the UAE? The residence permit fee for the UAE Green Visa is AED 200. This doesn't include the extra charges of Knowledge Dirham of AED 10, Innovation Dirham of AED 10, and the fee inside the country, which is AED 500.
How long is the UAE Green visa valid?
Abu Dhabi Green Visa is valid for five years and offers a wide range of visa options for professionals, freelancers, investors, and partners.
What is the salary for green visa in Dubai?
For the Green visa skilled‑employee category, a minimum salary of AED 15,000 per month is required. In addition to meeting this salary level, applicants must have a valid employment contract in the UAE, be classified within the MoHRE occupational levels 1, 2 or 3, and hold at least a bachelor's degree or equivalent.

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