UAE Golden Visa — Document List and Translation Requirements

The UAE Golden Visa has several qualification categories: (1) Investors (minimum AED 2 million in UAE real estate or business), (2) Entrepreneurs and startups, (3) Exceptional talents in science, arts, culture, and sport, (4) Outstanding students (first-class degrees from accredited universities), (5) Skilled professionals in strategic sectors (healthcare, technology, education).

Each category has its own document requirements, but all require Arabic translations of the core identification and qualification documents.

Outstanding students (first-class degree graduates) need to submit: • Passport (translation required) • University degree certificate with 'Distinction' or equivalent (translation required) • Academic transcript showing GPA of 3.8 or higher (translation required) • Official letter from university confirming the classification (translation required if not in English or Arabic) • CV and supporting documents (may need translation)

All academic documents must come from an accredited university. The UAE Ministry of Education verifies accreditation status.

Exceptional talents apply through the Golden Visa portal nominator system, where a UAE entity (university, research institution, company) nominates them. Documents typically include professional certificates, published works, awards, and a portfolio — many of which will be in foreign languages requiring Arabic translation.