{"id":12348,"date":"2023-06-09T06:13:08","date_gmt":"2023-06-09T06:13:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/?p=12348"},"modified":"2024-09-11T06:18:36","modified_gmt":"2024-09-11T06:18:36","slug":"uae-citizenship-govart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart","title":{"rendered":"Information About Provisions of UAE Citizenship Acquisition"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Given the various options for expatriates to reside and work, many aspire to attain citizenship in the Gulf nation. Nevertheless, as the state bears responsibility for the well-being and security of its citizens, the UAE has implemented a mechanism to effectively assess the suitability of applicants who want to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">apply for UAE citizenship<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_40 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" area-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-6a06ff20bfa0f\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-6a06ff20bfa0f\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#What_is_The_Present_Law_About_UAE_Nationality_for_Foreigners\" title=\"What is The Present Law About UAE Nationality for Foreigners?\">What is The Present Law About UAE Nationality for Foreigners?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Who_All_Are_Eligible_For_UAE_Nationality\" title=\"Who All Are Eligible For UAE Nationality?\">Who All Are Eligible For UAE Nationality?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Provisions_For_Individual_To_Get_The_Acceptance_of_Citizenship\" title=\"Provisions For Individual To Get The Acceptance of Citizenship\">Provisions For Individual To Get The Acceptance of Citizenship<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Investors\" title=\"Investors\">Investors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Doctors_and_Specialists\" title=\"Doctors and Specialists\">Doctors and Specialists<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Scientists\" title=\"Scientists\">Scientists<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Inventors\" title=\"Inventors\">Inventors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Intellectuals_and_Artists\" title=\"Intellectuals and Artists\">Intellectuals and Artists<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Are_The_Families_Eligible_For_UAE_Citizenship\" title=\"Are The Families Eligible For UAE Citizenship?\">Are The Families Eligible For UAE Citizenship?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Is_Dual_Nationality_Approved_For_Eligible_Individuals\" title=\"Is Dual Nationality Approved For Eligible Individuals?\">Is Dual Nationality Approved For Eligible Individuals?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#What_Happens_Post_Approval\" title=\"What Happens Post Approval?\">What Happens Post Approval?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Can_the_UAE_Nationality_Be_Cancelled_Any_Time\" title=\"Can the UAE Nationality Be Cancelled Any Time?\">Can the UAE Nationality Be Cancelled Any Time?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Advantages_of_the_UAE_Nationality\" title=\"Advantages of the UAE Nationality\">Advantages of the UAE Nationality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Right_Time_to_Invest_in_the_UAE\" title=\"Right Time to Invest in the UAE\">Right Time to Invest in the UAE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Can_expats_get_UAE_citizenship\" title=\"Can expats get UAE citizenship?\">Can expats get UAE citizenship?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#How_do_I_get_Emirati_citizenship\" title=\"How do I get Emirati citizenship?\">How do I get Emirati citizenship?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Can_an_expat_become_Emirati\" title=\"Can an expat become Emirati?\">Can an expat become Emirati?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#How_long_does_it_take_to_become_a_UAE_citizen\" title=\"How long does it take to become a UAE citizen?\">How long does it take to become a UAE citizen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Why_is_obtaining_UAE_citizenship_challenging\" title=\"Why is obtaining UAE citizenship challenging?\">Why is obtaining UAE citizenship challenging?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-citizenship-govart\/#Does_the_UAE_provide_dual_nationality\" title=\"Does the UAE provide dual nationality?\">Does the UAE provide dual nationality?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_The_Present_Law_About_UAE_Nationality_for_Foreigners\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is The Present Law About UAE Nationality for Foreigners?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Previously, the law in the United Arab Emirates allowed for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAE citizenship by investment <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to encourage asset investment. However, the question of whether the UAE would gran<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> citizenship of UAE for foreigners<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> remained unanswered until recently. i<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">n a significant move, the UAE has now passed a citizenship law for expats, enabling them to acquire Emirati citizenship and hold a UAE passport. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a significant achievement for the Gulf region, as it aims to retain talented individuals and provide them with additional <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAE citizenship benefits<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Moreover, in a country where 90% of the population consists of expatriates, this new <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAE nationality law <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is expected to have a significant impact on the economy going forward, especially after the downturn experienced in 2020.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_All_Are_Eligible_For_UAE_Nationality\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who All Are Eligible For UAE Nationality?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAE citizenship for expats is eligible for the below classified people:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inventors\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scientists\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talents\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Investors\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctors\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specialists\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intellectuals\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artists<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Provisions_For_Individual_To_Get_The_Acceptance_of_Citizenship\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provisions For Individual To Get The Acceptance of Citizenship<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12351 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/UAE-Citizenship-Provisions-for-Each-Individual-to-Get-the-Acceptance.png\" alt=\"UAE Citizenship Provisions for Each Individual to Get the Acceptance\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/UAE-Citizenship-Provisions-for-Each-Individual-to-Get-the-Acceptance.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/UAE-Citizenship-Provisions-for-Each-Individual-to-Get-the-Acceptance-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/UAE-Citizenship-Provisions-for-Each-Individual-to-Get-the-Acceptance-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/UAE-Citizenship-Provisions-for-Each-Individual-to-Get-the-Acceptance-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re wondering whether you&#8217;re eligible for UAE citizenship or not, you should know that there are certain <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAE nationality requirements <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that must be fulfilled in order to be considered. These conditions are outlined below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Investors\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Investors<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For investors to be eligible for citizenship, they must own a property in the UAE.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Doctors_and_Specialists\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctors and Specialists<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order for doctors and specialists to be eligible for UAE citizenship, they must work in a specific, high-demand field that is unique and greatly needed in the country. i<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">n addition, to be eligible for citizenship, doctors and specialists must have at least 10 years of experience practising their field with valuable scientific contributions and research. They must also be employed by a reputable company in their specialised field.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scientists\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scientists<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For scientists to be eligible for citizenship, they must be actively engaged in research work at a dedicated research centre or educational institution. t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">o be considered for citizenship, scientists must have at least 10 years of practical experience in their field, and their contributions must be recognised, such as receiving a scientific award or guaranteed funding over the past decade. Moreover, a letter of recommendation from UAE-based scientific organisations is also required.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inventors\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inventors<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inventors must have at least one patent that is recognized by the Ministry of Economy in the UAE, and a recommendation letter from the Ministry is also required for them to be eligible for UAE citizenship.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Intellectuals_and_Artists\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intellectuals and Artists<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the UAE, intellectuals and artists are classified as creative talents. t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">o be eligible for UAE citizenship, intellectuals and artists must have won international awards for being pioneers in their respective fields. In addition, a recommendation letter from their related ministries is also required.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_The_Families_Eligible_For_UAE_Citizenship\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are The Families Eligible For UAE Citizenship?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12353 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Are-the-Families-of-Eligible-Individuals-for-UAE-Citizenship-Also-Able-to-Apply-2.jpg\" alt=\"Are the Families for UAE Citizenship Also Able to Apply\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Are-the-Families-of-Eligible-Individuals-for-UAE-Citizenship-Also-Able-to-Apply-2.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Are-the-Families-of-Eligible-Individuals-for-UAE-Citizenship-Also-Able-to-Apply-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Are-the-Families-of-Eligible-Individuals-for-UAE-Citizenship-Also-Able-to-Apply-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Are-the-Families-of-Eligible-Individuals-for-UAE-Citizenship-Also-Able-to-Apply-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, the families of the aforementioned expats in the UAE are also eligible to receive the passport. h<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ow Can the Families of Eligible Individuals Apply for UAE Nationality? t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">he selection of applicants for their citizenship will be based on nominations from the rulers&#8217; courts, crown prince&#8217;s courts, executive councils, and the UAE Cabinet. These nominations will take into consideration the recommendations of federal entities in the country. Specific details on the application process will be announced in the near future.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Dual_Nationality_Approved_For_Eligible_Individuals\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Dual Nationality Approved For Eligible Individuals?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12352 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Are-the-Families-of-Eligible-Individuals-for-UAE-Citizenship-Also-Able-to-Apply.jpg\" alt=\"Is Dual Nationality Approved for Eligible Individuals?\" width=\"1680\" height=\"945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Are-the-Families-of-Eligible-Individuals-for-UAE-Citizenship-Also-Able-to-Apply.jpg 1680w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Are-the-Families-of-Eligible-Individuals-for-UAE-Citizenship-Also-Able-to-Apply-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Are-the-Families-of-Eligible-Individuals-for-UAE-Citizenship-Also-Able-to-Apply-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Are-the-Families-of-Eligible-Individuals-for-UAE-Citizenship-Also-Able-to-Apply-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Are-the-Families-of-Eligible-Individuals-for-UAE-Citizenship-Also-Able-to-Apply-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1680px) 100vw, 1680px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAE dual citizenship<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is permitted for applicants, and they are not required to renounce their original nationality.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_Post_Approval\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Happens Post Approval?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those who are granted UAE nationality must take an oath of allegiance and commit to abide by all UAE laws. If, at any point, the UAE national acquires or renounces another citizenship, the respective ministry must be informed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_the_UAE_Nationality_Be_Cancelled_Any_Time\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can the UAE Nationality Be Cancelled Any Time?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, if an individual violates any of the conditions, they may lose their citizenship as a consequence.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_of_the_UAE_Nationality\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advantages of the UAE Nationality<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12354 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Advantages-of-the-UAE-Nationality.jpeg\" alt=\"Advantages of the UAE Nationality\" width=\"929\" height=\"523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Advantages-of-the-UAE-Nationality.jpeg 929w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Advantages-of-the-UAE-Nationality-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Advantages-of-the-UAE-Nationality-768x432.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 929px) 100vw, 929px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UAE passport is regarded as one of the most powerful in the world. Here are some of the advantages of obtaining UAE citizenship:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traveling to over 100 countries without requiring a visa, including the UK, Schengen Area countries, Canada, New Zealand, and more.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obtaining a high income without paying taxes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Owning commercial properties in the UAE.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to subsidised education, fuel, and healthcare.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Receiving special incentives for purchasing properties in the UAE.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Availing retirement plans from the age of 49.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Right_Time_to_Invest_in_the_UAE\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Right Time to Invest in the UAE<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have been considering investing in property in the UAE, now is the perfect opportunity to do so, as it could lead to your becoming eligible for citizenship. Property Finder has a range of properties available for sale across all price ranges, so you are sure to find something suitable. t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">his decision to grant citizenship to expats in the UAE is a significant move by the government, demonstrating their appreciation of the many talents in the country and working towards a stronger economy. This change is a step towards a brighter future for the UAE.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UAE&#8217;s recent law to grant citizenship to expats has brought multiple new opportunities and benefits for those who qualify. From travel perks to tax exemptions and property ownership, the UAE passport offers numerous advantages. This move reflects the country&#8217;s commitment to fostering a strong economy and recognising talented individuals in various fields.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Some Useful Articles for you :<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 96.6469%; height: 200px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 56px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 54.7051%; height: 56px;\" width=\"312\">\n<p class=\"posttitle\"><strong>How to Renew Your Indian Passport in the UAE?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 44.4166%; height: 56px;\" width=\"312\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/indian-passport-renewal-in-the-uae-imgart\"><strong class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">Indian Passport Renewal in the UAE<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 54.7051%; height: 48px;\" width=\"312\"><strong>Dubai Police\u2019s Rules on Issuing Lost Passport Certificate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 44.4166%; height: 48px;\" width=\"312\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/lost-your-passport-in-dubai-ntuart\">Lost Your Passport in Dubai<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 54.7051%; height: 24px;\" width=\"312\"><strong>What is the UAE Green Visa?<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 44.4166%; height: 24px;\" width=\"312\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-green-visa-2022-ntuart\">UAE Green Visa<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 54.7051%; height: 24px;\" width=\"312\"><strong>Benefits of Dubai Residential Visa<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 44.4166%; height: 24px;\" width=\"312\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/dubai-residential-visa-via-property-in-dubai-ntuart\">Dubai Residential Visa<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 54.7051%; height: 24px;\" width=\"312\"><strong>UAE Immigration and Visas<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 44.4166%; height: 24px;\" width=\"312\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-immigration-accart\">UAE Immigration<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 54.7051%; height: 24px;\"><strong>Guide To UAE Pass Registration<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 44.4166%; height: 24px;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.ae\/blog\/uae-pass-registration-govart\">UAE Pass Registration<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_expats_get_UAE_citizenship\"><\/span>Can expats get UAE citizenship?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCertainly. There are a few paths to obtaining UAE citizenship. One option is to live in the country for 30 years and then apply for citizenship through naturalisation. Another possibility is for foreigners with a valid residence permit to marry a citizen of UAE and apply for citizenship. In addition, the Emirati government may grant citizenship based on exceptional merit.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_Emirati_citizenship\"><\/span>How do I get Emirati citizenship?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe acquisition of UAE citizenship is restricted to nominations made by federal entities, which are then approved by the Rulers' and Crown Princes' Courts, Offices of the Executive Councils, and the Cabinet.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_an_expat_become_Emirati\"><\/span>Can an expat become Emirati?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tForeign citizens can reside in the UAE for a certain period of time and have the opportunity to obtain citizenship.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_to_become_a_UAE_citizen\"><\/span>How long does it take to become a UAE citizen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tYou need to stay in Dubai for a minimum of 30 years to get citizenship.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_obtaining_UAE_citizenship_challenging\"><\/span>Why is obtaining UAE citizenship challenging?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe restriction on naturalisation is motivated by concerns about the potential erosion of Emirati national identity and conservative culture. This is exacerbated by the fact that foreigners outnumber native Emiratis by a ratio of eleven to one.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_the_UAE_provide_dual_nationality\"><\/span>Does the UAE provide dual nationality?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAs per the new laws, you can obtain dual citizenship in the UAE, but you are required to confirm with your country of origin.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Can expats get UAE citizenship?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"Certainly. 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