Golden Visa Scheme Expanded to New Professions under Cabinet Decision No. 65 of 2022

The **United Arab Emirates (UAE)** has officially expanded its prestigious long-term **Golden Visa program** under Cabinet Decision No. 65 of 2022 and subsequent high-level amendments, introducing significant updates for skilled independent professionals and luxury operators.

This development marks a paradigm shift in the UAE residency framework. By allowing qualified professionals to secure stable, long-term 10-year residency without requiring a local corporate employer or sponsor, the UAE government aims to attract global specialized talents, drive economic diversification, and build local expertise in critical industries.

The Five Brand-New Eligible Categories

The expanded 10-year Golden Visa program has officially highlighted five specific elite and specialized professions eligible for immediate registration:

• 1. Healthcare Professionals

  Includes specialized medical doctors, surgical consultants, and clinical research professionals registered with state healthcare bodies.

• 2. Education Specialists

  Academic professors, certified researchers, and specialists operating in recognized international and local educational universities.

• 3. Digital Content Creators

  Independent media professionals, digital creators, and designers whose work contributes to the region's expanding digital creative sector.

• 4. E-Sports Professionals

  Professional players, team coaches, and directors registered with official GCC and international gaming federations.

• 5. Luxury Yacht Owners

  High-net-worth investors and maritime operators holding structural yacht registries within licensed UAE maritime departments.

Strategic Corporate & Private Implications

For local UAE corporations, these updates provide highly efficient talent-attraction frameworks. Employers may want to actively assist eligible staff members in obtaining these residency clearances to increase employee retention.

For independent international professionals operating in these sectors, securing the Golden Visa provides unprecedented residency stability when establishing or relocating business operations to Dubai, Qatar, or the GCC region.

How Advoc & Law Assists in Golden Visa Intake

At **Advoc & Law Legal Consultancy**, under the leadership of Senior Legal Consultant **Wail Elkhdir** (registered with Dubai Government Department Member L.06383), we provide full-service corporate and individual support for Golden Visa registrations, including:

• Analysis of professional credentials and eligibility
• Procurement of KHDA / governmental licenses
• Handling all document translations and attestation
• Secure filing with Dubai immigration portals