UAE Golden Visa for PhD Holders
The UAE Golden Visa honours academic excellence. Holders of an attested PhD degree may qualify for long-term residency that reflects their outstanding contribution to knowledge and research. Pure Docs Business Consultant Services manages the complex documentation requirements on your behalf, so you can focus on your career and research without the administrative burden.
Who Is Eligible?
Must hold a PhD degree (officially attested)
Equivalency Letter from the UAE Ministry of Education required
Valid employment contract with a UAE employer
Applicant must be physically present in the UAE during the entire process
Required Documents
- Valid Passport & UAE Residence Visa
- Emirates ID (copy)
- Recent digital photograph
- Attested PhD degree certificate
- Equivalency Letter from the Ministry of Education
- Company NOC Letter for Golden Visa
- Valid Employment Contract
- Last 6 months' bank statements
Service Fee
- Complete Visa Fee: AED 9,500 – 11,000
Important Notes
- Applicant must remain inside the UAE throughout the complete process.
- Additional AED 100 per dependent for visa hold.
