Green Visa – Freelancer / Self-Employed and Investor / Partner (الإقامة الخضراء)
Green Visa – Freelancer / Self-Employed and Investor / Partner is a residence route in United Arab Emirates (Entrepreneur). Freelancer: MOHRE freelance permit, bachelor's/specialised diploma, self-employment income ≥AED 360k/yr in each of last 2 yrs OR proof of financial solvency. Investor/partner: trade licence + ICP-approved investment (some guides cite ≥AED 1m aggregated capital). 180-day grace period after expiry. Gov fees ~AED 10k (family of 3).
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 78'480. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included.
How holders are taxed
No personal income tax; freelance/business income above AED 1m turnover may fall under 9% corporate tax on natural persons.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Catégorie | Entrepreneur |
|---|---|
| Investissement | — |
| Frais (famille) | CHF 2'200 |
| Revenu / an | CHF 78'480 |
| Avoirs | — |
| Séjour min. | 0 |
| Résidence perm. | — |
| Citoyenneté | — |
| Travail | ownBusiness |
| Éligibles | all |
| Impôts | No personal income tax; freelance/business income above AED 1m turnover may fall under 9% corporate tax on natural persons. |
| État au | 2026-10 |
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