Special Needs & Social Care Residency Framework
Under Cabinet Resolution No. 65 of 2022 and MOCD Directives, the UAE established a dedicated Social Care track to honor specialists serving People of Determination. Applications require a recommendation letter from the Ministry of Community Development (MOCD) or Zayed Higher Organization.
For medical professionals, review our Doctors & Healthcare Golden Visa Guide and Philanthropists Golden Visa Guide.
Evaluate Caregiver Specialization
Eligible for 10-Year Special Needs Caregivers Golden Visa
Special education teachers, therapists, and caregivers serving People of Determination holding MOCD or Zayed Higher Organization endorsement qualify for 10-year Golden Visas.
Caregiver Track Summary
| Visa Duration: | 10 Years (Renewable) |
| Salary Requirement: | None (Service Based) |
| Authority: | MOCD / Zayed Higher Org |
Interlinked UAE Compliance Portals
Frequently Asked Questions (Caregiver Golden Visa)
Special education teachers, occupational therapists, and certified caregivers for People of Determination qualify upon receiving a recommendation letter from MOCD or Zayed Higher Organization.
No minimum salary is required under the humanitarian caregiver track. Nomination is based on service history, clinical licensing, and community contribution.
Endorsements are issued by the Ministry of Community Development (MOCD) and the Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination (ZHO Abu Dhabi).
Yes. Golden Visa holders receive 10 years of self-sponsored residency and can sponsor their spouse and children under our Family Visa Sponsorship Guide.
MOCD VerifiedOfficial Caregiver Source
• Ministry of Community Development (MOCD Social Care Portal): mocd.gov.ae
• Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination (ZHO): zho.gov.ae