UAE Introduces 10-Year Blue Residence Visa
The Blue Visa will be extended to those who have exhibited outstanding commitment and impact across various environmental domains, including marine life, land-based ecosystems, air quality, sustainability technologies, the circular economy, and more.
The UAE cabinet has approved the issuance of a 10-year Blue Residence visa, designed to recognize and honor individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to environmental protection.[1]
The announcement came from Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, following a Cabinet meeting at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024.
The Blue Visa will be extended to those who have exhibited outstanding commitment and impact across various environmental domains, including marine life, land-based ecosystems, air quality, sustainability technologies, the circular economy, and more.
Eligible individuals are encouraged to apply for the Blue Visa through the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP), and relevant authorities may also nominate them for consideration. The Blue Visa offers recipients long-term residency in the UAE, opportunities for collaboration on environmental projects, access to funding and resources, and acknowledgment for their contributions to environmental protection.