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Can doctors and healthcare professionals get a UAE Golden Visa?

Asked by Anonymous·Jun 26, 2026·1 answers
A physician or healthcare worker in the UAE wants to know if their profession qualifies for long-term residence and what proof is needed.

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Jun 26, 2026
Yes, doctors and healthcare professionals are a recognised group within the UAE Golden Visa's specialised-talent stream. Eligibility generally rests on holding accredited medical qualifications, a valid licence from the relevant UAE health authority, and recognition of your specialisation; some applicants qualify through distinguished achievement, research or roles in priority medical fields, while others meet the standard skilled-professional conditions including an approved occupational classification and a minimum salary set by the authorities. Licensing in the UAE is handled by bodies such as the Ministry of Health and Prevention, the Dubai Health Authority and the Department of Health in Abu Dhabi, and the Golden Visa itself is administered federally by ICP, with Dubai applications going through GDRFA. Supporting evidence usually includes attested degrees, your professional licence, and an employment or practice document. Because the exact qualifying specialisations, endorsements and salary threshold are defined by the authorities and updated over time, confirm the current medical criteria on u.ae or ICP. A verified UAE legal professional on LEXAI can help confirm whether your licence and specialty meet the published requirements.
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