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NewsUAE simplifies Golden Visa process for foreign entrepreneurs
The UAE's Golden Visa program has been updated. The reform, focused on simplification, aims to further cement the United Arab Emirates' ...
NewsDubai removes minimum investment requirement for property visa
The emirate of Dubai is rolling out a new strategy to keep attracting wealthy expats. A minimum investment is no longer required to qualify for a ...
NewsUAE unveils new visas for AI experts, tourism, and events
The UAE is doubling down on its ambition to draw the world's best talent. A new wave of visa reforms aims to create a more flexible labor market ...
NewsWhy now is the best time to rent or invest in Dubai
Now is the time to invest in Dubai real estate. On the one hand, new housing projects keep springing up. On the other hand, tenants and buyers are ...
NewsDubai introduces new mandatory medical tests for visa applications
Since the end of July, Dubai has made new medical tests a requirement for obtaining a visa, whether it's a first application or a renewal. These ...
NewsThe UAE announces four new visas and dismisses Crypto Golden Visa
The United Arab Emirates is strengthening its immigration policy and introducing four new visa categories designed to attract global talent and ...
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