Overview of Medical & Scientific Golden Visa Directives
Under Cabinet Resolution No. 65 of 2022 and special directives issued by the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP), all licensed medical doctors, consultants, and surgeons operating in the UAE are granted direct access to the 10-Year Golden Visa.
Medical Golden Visa holders enjoy total professional flexibility, zero dependence on employer sponsorship, and full family sponsorship rights under Family Visa Sponsorship Rules.
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Eligible for 10-Year Doctor Golden Visa
Licensed medical doctors and surgeons registered with MOHAP, DHA Dubai, or DOH Abu Dhabi qualify for direct 10-year Golden Visa issuance without an employer sponsor.
Professional Benefits
| Visa Duration: | 10 Years (Renewable) |
| Employer Sponsor: | Not Required (Self-Sponsored) |
| Licensing Boards: | MOHAP, DHA Dubai, DOH Abu Dhabi |
Interlinked UAE Compliance Portals
Frequently Asked Questions (Medical Golden Visa)
Yes. Under UAE Cabinet directives, all licensed medical doctors, consultants, and surgeons holding valid licenses from MOHAP, DHA, or DOH are eligible to apply for a 10-year self-sponsored Golden Visa.
Scientists must hold a PhD or Master's degree in engineering, technology, life sciences, or natural sciences from top global universities and receive a nomination letter from the Emirates Scientists Council.
Yes. Golden Visa holders can sponsor their spouse and children of any age for the full 10-year duration of their residency permit under our Family Visa Sponsorship Guide.
No. The 10-year Golden Visa is self-sponsored, granting medical professionals total freedom to work across multiple hospitals or private clinics.
MOHAP & DHA VerifiedOfficial Medical Source
• Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP Doctors Portal): mohap.gov.ae
• Dubai Health Authority (DHA Golden Visa Services): dha.gov.ae