UAE Sets Criteria for Foreign Skilled Workers' Green Visa

The UAE government has published four criteria that foreign skilled workers must meet to qualify for the Green Visa, a five-year residency option for expatriates. To be eligible, applicants must first hold a work permit obtained through a valid employment contract in the UAE.

They must be employed in a position classified within the first, second, or third occupational levels by the UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. Additionally, applicants are required to possess at least a bachelor's degree or a recognized equivalent.

A minimum monthly salary of AED 15,000 (approximately N5,419,033.36) is also required, with equivalent amounts in foreign currencies accepted. All four conditions must be met simultaneously for a skilled worker to qualify.

This initiative is part of the UAE's broader strategy to attract and retain skilled talent globally, offering greater independence compared to employer-sponsored residency arrangements.