The UAE has launched new initiatives that will promote global climate action – Blue Residency Visa and a 180-day multiple-entry visa – with an objective of attracting leading talent worldwide that can contribute to sustainability, climate change issues, and environmental innovation.
The Blue Residency Visa, launched by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) aims to be a near-term long-term program for anyone who can prove a substantial contribution to environmental causes.
What is the Blue Residency Visa?
The Blue Residency visa is only for changemakers giving big contributions toward sustainability, climate change, renewable energy, and environmental science – not a standard long-term visa like a Golden or Green Visa for someone seeking other long-term status in the UAE. The Blue Residency visa is for changemakers in the environment space – a scientist, researchers, policy experts, and entrepreneurs.
- Climate action and clean energy influencers
- Global recognized scientists and researchers
- Entrepreneurs and investors with green technology
- Environmental experts operating within the UAE
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Application Process
- Fill out the application online
- Pay applicable fees
- Upload passport, photo, and supporting documents
- Receive confirmation by email within one business day
Sustainability-Focused Future
This visa type is more than an opportunity to have residency—it’s an investment into the future of the planet. By making it easy for eco-experts to gain entry and offering long-term collaborative relationships, the UAE has ensured that the generation of new ideas in carbon reduction, climate technologies, and renewable energy will continue to ramp up. Through the Blue Residency visa, UAE is sending a message, that sustainability is a lifestyle, not just a goal.
Benefits for expatriates
There are a number of benefits under the Blue Residency visa type for those who are passionate about sustainability and environmental impact. It offers the opportunity for long-term residency in a country focused on climate action and green innovation. Expats will have the freedom to explore new ideas, start new ventures or find collaborations with UAE based organizations on sustainability projects. The visa process also creates access to an expansive professional network that allows residents to connect directly with global/regional players in the climate/environmental/client space.
Advantages for the UAE
- Attracts the best talent to execute national green strategies
- Enhances UAE’s standing as an international leader in climate action
- Stimulates innovation around cleantech and sustainable infrastructure
- Supports the Vision 2031 goals around diversification and eco-investment
- Reflects UAE’s ambition to be a global sustainability hub coming out of COP28
A step towards a green future
This move is part of the UAE’s ambition to be a leader in climate innovation as part of its commitment to being a global leader in sustainability through its hosting of COP28. Recently, they awarded 20 global sustainability leaders Blue Residency Visas at the World Government Summit.
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