Student visa · Sudan to United Arab Emirates

Golden Visa for Outstanding Students

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 1825 days
• Processing time: 2-4 weeks
• Fee: AED 2,800-4,000 (approx. $762-$1,089 USD)
• Validity: 5-10 years
• Entry: Multiple entry

Long-term Golden Visa for outstanding students with exceptional academic achievements. This is a 5-to-10-year residency visa that provides a pathway for top students to live and work in the UAE after their studies. Students must have a GPA of 3.75 or above from a UAE-accredited university or be nominated by their educational institution. The visa is self-sponsored and not tied to an employer.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Available to all nationalities

• Purpose of visit

  Must be an outstanding student with a GPA of 3.75 or above from a UAE-accredited university, or nominated by their institution for exceptional academic achievement

  Includes

  • Outstanding student residence
• Health

  Must pass the UAE medical fitness test

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 4; Specifications: Recent colour passport-size photographs with white background

• Travel insurance

  Coverage area: UAE; Minimum coverage: Valid health insurance covering UAE

• Visa fee payment

  Accepted methods: Online payment via ICP or GDRFA portal; Amount: AED 2,800-4,000

• Medical fitness

  Provide a medical fitness certificate if the destination requires one for this route.

  Destination country: UAE; Examining center: UAE-approved medical centre

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Gather passport copies, academic transcripts showing GPA of 3.75+, admission/enrollment letters, and nomination letter from institution if applicable

2. Online application

   Apply through the ICP smart services portal or GDRFA. Application can be self-sponsored or through educational institution

3. Fee payment

   Pay government fees of AED 2,800-4,000 via the online portal

4. Processing wait

   Wait 2-4 weeks for application review and approval

5. Document submission

   Upon arrival, complete medical fitness test at approved centre

6. Biometrics

   Complete Emirates ID biometrics at a typing centre

7. Visa collection

   Receive Golden Visa residence stamp in passport

• Apply for an e-Visa online (opens in new tab)

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.