Abu Dhabi Outlines Golden Visa Criteria for Graduates

Abu Dhabi has announced the conditions high school graduates must meet to qualify for its 10-year Golden Visa, which allows long-term residency in the United Arab Emirates. The requirements vary depending on whether graduates attended public schools, private schools following the Ministry of Education curriculum, or private schools with a different framework.

Graduates from public schools or private schools adhering to the Ministry's curriculum must provide a Grade 12 certificate with a GPA of 95% or higher, attested by the Ministry of Education, along with a recommendation from the Ministry. This recommendation is automatically processed for applicants using the Residents web application.

In contrast, graduates from private schools not following the Ministry's curriculum need a high school diploma and a nomination from the Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). ADEK conducts nominations at the end of each academic year based on set criteria, and selected students receive direct invitations to apply for the Golden Visa.