UAE Launches 10 Year Blue Visa

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, along with the Federal Authority of Identity and Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security, announced that the first phase of the Blue Visa initiative in the UAE is now in place.

Sustainability and environmental champions are eligible for this kind of visa.

Key Highlights of the Blue Visa Initiative

Official Announcement

  • The Blue Visa proclaimed itself at the World Summit of Governments 2025 that took place in Dubai between 11 and 13 February.
  • This is a 10-year residency visa for professionals working in sustainability.

Eligibility and Recipients

The initial phase will award the Blue Visa to 20 sustainability thinkers and innovators. Candidates eligible for the Blue Visa include:

  • Environmentalists who are supporters
  • Members of international organizations as well as global corporations
  • Members of NGOs and associations
  • The winners of various sustainable award criteria
  • Researchers and activists with an outstanding reputation in the field that concerns the environment. Property for Rent in Culture Village is available.

Application Process

Those who are interested in applying may apply for a position through:

  • Directly submit a request directly to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security.
  • Nominations from the competent UAE authorities for meritorious sustainable contribution.

Blue Visa Digital System

  • The initial stage of this project is to introduce an electronic applications system through the ICP.
  • A government agency working in the sustainability field may submit an application via ICP's official site, ICP, according to the procedure that is prescribed for it.
  • Visa services provide 24-hour accessibility to the ICP website and its mobile application around the world.

Extension of UAE's Residency Programs

Blue visa, along with other residence programs like that of Golden Visa Residency Program and Green Residency is targeted at investors and professionals in different areas.

Government Statements on the Initiative

Secretary of Climate Change and Environment Dr. Amna Bint Abdullah Al Dahak declared:

  • The UAE's desire to become a world leader in sustainability is unshakeable.
  • The initiative answers the need to house the top sustainability minds, innovators and researchers.
  • The program will utilize their experience to achieve broad-ranging national sustainability goals.

A 24-hour Blue Visa application processing service is offered by the ICP Major General Suhail Saeed Al Khaili, Director General of the ICP, ICP Director General announced. The Authority has approved the conditions and terms for which the visa will be granted.

UAE's Commitment to Sustainability

  • More than a once-off measure It's an ongoing UAE sustainability and climate action plan.
  • It is a consolidation of it with the UAE strategy to draw talented individuals who will help in achieving regional and international environmental targets.

The launch of the Blue Visa aligns with the UAE's long-term goals for environmental sustainability. Through the offer of extended residence to sustainable leaders, the nation hopes to attract and retain the best talent from the sector.  Buy Properties in DIFC  with us.

This initiative further demonstrates the UAE's commitment to international sustainable efforts, and complements its current initiatives and green policies.

As the initial phase progresses, further environmental advocates and experts are expected to be included in the program. 

In the meantime, UAE continues to establish itself as an innovator in environmental protection, making sure that those who are contributing to an environmentally sustainable future get the recognition and encouragement they deserve