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Be a part of Abu Dhabi’s thriving international community

We are here to help you begin your journey in making Abu Dhabi your home

How we can help

Abu Dhabi, a place like no other

More than 2.6m people from around the world call Abu Dhabi home

Find out why
BUILDING A THRIVING COMMUNITY

About the Abu Dhabi Residents Office

The Abu Dhabi Residents Office is a division of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), established to support the emirate's thriving international community. The office is dedicated to helping new residents settle into Abu Dhabi and supporting the integration and harmonisation of the international community with the local culture and society. The office is developing smart services for its global talent residency programmes, guides for the international community, as well as active research and engagement initiatives that promote life in the emirate. The office also advocates for international residents and actively contributes to shaping policies that improve the quality of life for everyone in Abu Dhabi, now and in the future.

About the Abu Dhabi Residents Office
A PLACE LIKE NO OTHER

Living in Abu Dhabi

Situated on the Arabian Gulf coast, Abu Dhabi is the capital of the UAE. 

With a culture of openness, welcomeness and tolerance, Abu Dhabi is one of the most diverse and exciting destinations in the world. 

It is the happiest city in the region and the safest city in the world, ranking as the best city for the international community in 2020. 

Abu Dhabi is a place everyone loves to call home. 

 
Life in Abu Dhabi
Discover the Golden Visa

A destination where you can thrive

The UAE's Golden Visa is available in Abu Dhabi for international talent working, creating, studying, excelling and investing in key sectors.

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. 

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Golden Visa For Students

Parents! Find out if your child has been selected for a Student Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi

If your child has achieved 95% or higher this academic year (2020 - 2021), enter his/her details below to check if they’ve been selected for the Student Golden Visa.

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Congratulations! Your child has been selected for a Student Golden Visa. Please proceed to any TAMM Service Center or Tas-heel Center to begin your child’s Student Golden Visa process. You may also apply through The Federal Authority For Identity & Citizenship (ICA) website.

Thank you for checking in with us. We regret to inform you that your child has not been selected for a Student Golden Visa according to the list issued by the UAE Ministry of Education.

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