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UAE Golden Visa for Students & Teachers

Evaluate 10-year Golden Visa eligibility for top university graduates (GPA 3.8+), high school toppers (95%+), and KHDA outstanding teachers.

Overview of Academic Golden Visa Provisions

Under Cabinet Resolution No. 65 of 2022, the UAE government created dedicated Golden Visa tracks to retain top academic talent, outstanding university graduates, and distinguished educators. Applications are endorsed by the Ministry of Education (MOE), KHDA Dubai, or ADEK Abu Dhabi.

Holders of academic Golden Visas enjoy 10 years of self-sponsored residency, the right to sponsor family members under Family Visa Sponsorship Rules, and the freedom to work or study without a corporate sponsor.

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Academic Criteria Summary

University Graduate:GPA 3.80+ (Top 100 Global Uni)
High School Student:95%+ Overall Grade
Teacher Nomination:KHDA / ADEK Endorsement

Interlinked UAE Compliance Portals

🌟 Main Golden Visa Evaluator →🎒 Dubai Schools KHDA Guide →👤 5-Year Green Visa Guide →

Frequently Asked Questions (Academic Golden Visa)

Graduates from accredited UAE universities or top 100 global universities must achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.80 out of 4.00 (or equivalent grade distinction) within 2 years of graduation.

High school students in the UAE scoring 95% or higher in public or private high school exit examinations qualify for a 5-year Golden Visa issued via the Ministry of Education (MOE).

Yes. High school students awarded a Golden Visa can extend residency coverage to sponsor their parents and dependent siblings for 5 years under our Family Visa Sponsorship Guide.

Teachers working in private schools in Dubai rated 'Outstanding' or 'Very Good' during annual KHDA inspections can be nominated by school principals for 10-year Golden Visas under our KHDA Schools Guide.
MOE & KHDA VerifiedOfficial Academic Source

• Ministry of Education (MOE Golden Visa Portal): moe.gov.ae
• Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA Dubai): khda.gov.ae