We offer the Inventor Golden Visa to those who want to bring innovation and ideas to the emirate and the world.

The visa also covers visas for spouses and children.
Duration
10 years
Criteria

You are eligible if you fulfil the following:

  • Must have a patent with an added value to the UAE’s economy

To apply you will need to provide:

  • A recommendation letter from the UAE Ministry of Economy confirming that the invention adds value to the country’s economy or an endorsement from the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development via the Takamul initiative
  • A patent certificate registered in one of the following countries:
    • UAE
    • US
    • China
    • Korea
    • Europe
    • Japan
    • Australia
    • India
    • Canada
How to Apply

For applicants with a recommendation letter from the Ministry of Economy Click here to apply for your Golden Visa through Abu Dhabi Residents Office

For those who wish to obtain an endorsement from the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development via the Takamul initiative Click here 

 

Additionally, applicants can also submit their application online through the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) at: https://icp.gov.ae.

For any further inquiries, you may contact us via email on: ADGoldenVisa@adro.gov.ae

Golden Visa Categories

Select your category to find out if you are eligible for a Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi.

Investors

For business and real-estate investors looking to grow in Abu Dhabi.

Entrepreneurs

For business leaders and big thinkers in Abu Dhabi.

Students

For high-performing university graduates and high-school students

Special Talent

For doctors, scientists, creatives, innovators and other talented individuals.