First 10-year UAE residency visa granted to 20 expats

Dubai - The decision is a reflection of UAE's vision to enhance country's position as a place for creative minds and talents.

By Wam

Published: Thu 17 Jan 2019, 4:23 PM

Last updated: Fri 18 Jan 2019, 10:28 AM

The UAE government has granted the first batch of long-term visas to the winners and finalists of the Mohammed bin Rashid Medal for Scientific Distinction, following the decision issued by the UAE Cabinet to grow the country's status as an incubator of talent and innovation.
The announcement came following the second annual meeting of the Mohammed bin Rashid Academy of Scientists, which saw over 150 scientists attend from around the world.
Commenting on the announcement, Sarah bint Yousif Al Amiri, Minister of State for Advanced Sciences, said, "The granting of long-term resident visas to scientists and researchers is a reflection of the UAE leadership's vision to enhance the country's position as a destination for creative minds and talents."

The UAE Government issues the first 10-year visa for the 20 winners and the shortlisted scientists in Mohammed bin Rashid Medal for Scientific Excellence, affirming its position as an incubator for science and scientists from all fields. pic.twitter.com/GsFS7kPF9L
- Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) January 16, 2019

"We look forward to continuing our efforts towards attaining the UAE's goal of becoming a global scientific hub, and providing an environment conducive to scientific advancement while building an integrated scientific community capable of meeting all future development needs," she added.
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In November 2018, the UAE Cabinet issued a decision to adopt a new system of entry visas for investors and professional talents by providing them with long-term residence permits for up to 10 years.
The system will grant investors and talents up to 10-year residency visas for specialists in medical, scientific, research and technical fields, as well as for all scientists and innovators, as well as five-year residency visas for students studying in the UAE, and 10-year visas for exceptional students.