Golden Visa for Students & Graduates

Can students and graduates get the UAE Golden Visa?

Yes. Top high-school graduates (a score of 95%+) get a 5-year visa. Outstanding university graduates get a 10-year visa with a GPA of 3.5+ from a UAE Class A university (3.8+ for Class B) or a top-100 global university.

High-school graduates

A final score of at least 95% qualifies for a 5-year Golden Visa.

UAE university graduates

A cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 (Class A) or 3.8 (Class B) from a Ministry-accredited university — a 10-year visa.

International graduates

A GPA of at least 3.5 from a university in the global top 100 (QS, THE, or Shanghai ranking) — a 10-year visa.

The degree must have been conferred within the last two years and attested by the Ministry of Education.

Source: Abu Dhabi Government — Golden Visa for university graduates · last verified 2026-07-09

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Frequently Asked Questions

What GPA do you need for the UAE Golden Visa as a graduate?

A cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 from a UAE Class A university or a top-100 global university (3.8 for Class B universities), with the degree conferred within the last two years and attested by the Ministry of Education.

Can high-school students get the Golden Visa?

Yes. High-school graduates with a score of at least 95% qualify for a 5-year Golden Visa.