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International visa policy change

UAE Golden Visa for India

Analysis based on 12 articles · First reported Jul 06, 2025 · Last updated Jul 08, 2025

Sentiment
60
Attention
4
Articles
12
Market Impact
General
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Market Impact

The new Golden Visa policy by the United Arab Emirates is expected to boost skilled migration from India and Bangladesh, potentially increasing economic activity and diversifying the United Arab Emirates's knowledge economy. It may also shift Indian investor interest in Dubai's property market from investment-driven to lifestyle-driven, as the visa is no longer tied to property ownership.

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Event Summary

The United Arab Emirates has launched a new nomination-based Golden Visa program, offering lifetime residency to eligible Indian and Bangladeshi nationals for a one-time fee of AED 100,000 (approximately Rs 23.3 lakh). This policy marks a significant departure from previous requirements of investing at least AED 2 million in property or business. The new visa aims to attract skilled individuals who can contribute to key sectors like science, arts, finance, trade, and culture. Rayad Group, in partnership with VFS Global and One Vasco, is managing the application process, which includes rigorous background checks. This initiative is a pilot project, expected to expand to other CEPA partner countries like China, and is seen as a move to deepen economic and cultural ties, particularly following the India–United Arab Emirates Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.

Key Actions
95 United Arab Emirates introduced Golden Visa India
80 Rayad Group manages application process United Arab Emirates
Entities Involved
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United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates has introduced a new nomination-based Golden Visa program, making it easier for skilled individuals from partner countries like India to gain long-term residency and contribute to its economy.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 70.0
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Rayad Group
Rayad Group is the official consulting partner for the United Arab Emirates's new Golden Visa initiative in India and Bangladesh, responsible for vetting applicants and forwarding applications to the government.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment 70.0
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Bangladesh
Bangladesh is included in the pilot phase of the United Arab Emirates's new Golden Visa program, offering its citizens a new pathway to long-term residency.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 50.0
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One Vasco
One Vasco centres are involved in processing applications for the United Arab Emirates's new Golden Visa program in India and Bangladesh.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment 60.0
priv
VFS Global
VFS Global collaborates with Rayad Group and One Vasco centres to manage in-person applications for the United Arab Emirates's new Golden Visa program in India and Bangladesh.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment 60.0
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Rayad Kamal Ayub
Rayad Kamal Ayub, Managing Director of Rayad Group, has highlighted the significance of the new Golden Visa program for Indian professionals and talent.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 60.0
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China
Importance 0.0 Sentiment 0.0
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India
Importance 0.0 Sentiment 0.0
Relationships
United Arab Emirates related ↔ Bangladesh
United Arab Emirates trade partners ↔ China The United Arab Emirates engages China as a major economic partner and seeks its diplomatic coordination to promote regi
United Arab Emirates related ↔ India
Bangladesh related ↔ China
Bangladesh related ↔ India
China related ↔ India
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