Golden Visa – Celebrity – Exceptional Talent
10-Year UAE Golden Visa for individuals with outstanding specialized talents in science, healthcare, engineering, technology & other high-impact fields
Trusted by exceptional professionals across the UAE
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How It Works Your Golden Visa journey in 4 simple steps
Submit
Documents Upload required files
Documents Upload required files
Talent
Review Credentials & endorsement
Review Credentials & endorsement
Application
Processing Filed at GDRFA
Processing Filed at GDRFA
Golden Visa
Issued 10-Year visa stamped
Issued 10-Year visa stamped
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Required Documents Prepare these before you begin
- Passport Copy
- Current Residence Visa & Emirates ID Copies
- Personal Photo
- Attested University / Doctoral Degree Certificate — PhD holders, medical specialists, engineers, scientists, or equivalent advanced qualifications
- Equivalency Certificate — if the degree was obtained from outside the UAE
- Professional Experience & Career Summary — detailed CV highlighting outstanding contributions, research, publications, or industry impact
- Awards, Recognitions & Publications — international or national awards, peer-reviewed publications, patents, or industry honours
- Endorsement / Recommendation Letter — from a UAE federal or local government entity relevant to the applicant's field of expertise
- Employment Contract / Professional Licence — current UAE employment contract, medical licence, or professional registration certificate
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Eligibility Who can apply under this category
Outstanding Specialized Talents
Doctors · Scientists · Engineers · Specialists
Individuals with exceptional skills and proven impact in specialized fields — endorsed by a UAE government authority
Doctors & Healthcare
Licensed physicians, surgeons, specialists, and healthcare researchers with outstanding medical contributions
Scientists & Researchers
PhD holders, research scholars, and scientists with published work, patents, or significant academic impact
Engineers & Tech Experts
Senior engineers, architects, AI specialists, and technology leaders in high-impact industries
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Contact Information Required We'll need these details from you
UAE Mobile Number
Email ID
IBAN
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Fees & Charges Processing & consulting charges
Fees May Vary Based on Department & Section
Government and processing fees depend on the department, section, and individual case requirements. We highly recommend connecting with our expert to know the exact fees and processing charges for your Exceptional Talent Golden Visa application.
Connect with ExpertHave questions about the Exceptional Talent Golden Visa? Our expert can guide you through endorsement requirements, qualifications & the full application process.
Ask on WhatsAppProcessing Period
1 – 7 Working Days
Fast & efficient processing for exceptional professionals
Important Notes
- Required Documents and Processing Duration are based on GDRFA Dubai (Amer Centre).
- Other Emirates may have differences in requirements and details.
- Fees may vary based on the department and section; connect with our expert for accurate pricing.
- Applicants must demonstrate outstanding specialized talent — advanced degrees, industry-leading expertise, awards, or peer-reviewed publications are key evaluation criteria.
- An endorsement from a relevant UAE government entity (e.g., Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education, relevant professional council) is typically required.
- Eligible fields include but are not limited to healthcare, science, engineering, architecture, AI & technology, law, education, economics, and more.
- PhD / Doctoral degree holders are automatically eligible for the Exceptional Talent Golden Visa category.
- The Exceptional Talent Golden Visa grants a renewable 10-year residency without requiring a local sponsor.
- This visa category is also commonly referred to as the "Celebrity Golden Visa" for outstanding specialized talents.
- Dependents (spouse, children, parents) can also be sponsored under the main applicant's Golden Visa — contact our expert for details.
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