UAE Extends Diplomatic Shield to Golden Visa Holders in Global Emergencies
Post-COVID, the world has become an unpredictable place. While we continue to work and dream big, life happens.
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Key Services Introduced: In a significant enhancement of its long-term residency program, the UAE has introduced dedicated consular services for Golden Visa holders, offering critical support during emergencies abroad. The initiative, confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, extends previously limited protections to all Golden Visa categories- including professionals, researchers, and students.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, UAE, confirmed enhanced protections, including
- emergency repatriation
- crisis response
- a 24/7 support line (+97124931133), to safeguard its foreign citizens
- In the event of a lost or damaged passport, holders can obtain an electronic return document within 30 minutes via the ministry's digital channels.
A suite of comprehensive services for fatalities abroad, including responsibility for repatriation or local burial arrangements and documentation for affected families, will be provided.
Strategic Significance:
This ensures that Golden Visa holders are not only residents of the UAE but also feel secure with a comprehensive global safety net. This development addresses their concerns that go beyond borders in moments of crisis.
As thoughtful as it is, it is also a new benchmark for long-term residency programs in the UAE. This strengthens its value proposition for overseas professionals and entrepreneurs looking for long-term/permanent relocation to the UAE.
Market Impact:
The consular services package represents the latest in a series of strategic enhancements to the Golden Visa program, reflecting the Emirates' ongoing commitment to attracting and retaining global talent through increasingly competitive residency benefits.
-Report by the MSZ Policy Desk
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