10 Year Residence Visa Renewal
Your Official Identity Document in the UAE.
About This Service
The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residence visa system specifically designed to attract and retain global talent, investors, entrepreneurs, and specialized professionals. Consequently, this crucial service assists eligible individuals, along with their dependents, in seamlessly renewing their Golden Visa or Residency. Ultimately, this ensures the continuity of their long-term stay and the numerous associated benefits within the Emirates. Furthermore, it crucially grants a 5 or 10-year renewable residency, thereby providing unparalleled stability and significant opportunities.
Who Can Renew?
- Existing Golden Visa Holders: This specifically includes individuals who currently hold a valid UAE Golden Visa.
- Dependents of Golden Visa Holders:Furthermore, this category encompasses family members, such as spouses, children, and parents, who are sponsored under an existing Golden Visa.
Service Platforms
You can initiate your Golden Visa renewal application through various convenient channels, each designed for ease of access:
- Smart Services System: This refers to the ICP’s official online portal and mobile application, which offers 24/7 access.
- Customer Happiness Centers: Alternatively, you can visit designated ICP service centers for in-person assistance..
- Typing Centers: Authorized typing centers like Al Qalam Typing for expert assistance and application submission.
Key Benefits of Renewal
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Continued Long-Term Residency: Most importantly, renewal allows you to maintain your valuable 5 or 10-year renewable residency status.
- Uninterrupted Family Sponsorship: Furthermore, you can continue to sponsor your family members (spouse, children, and parents) without any interruption.
- No National Sponsor Required: A significant advantage is retaining the benefit of not needing a national sponsor for your residency.
- Dependents’ Stay Continuity: Moreover, your dependents can continue to stay in the UAE even if the primary Golden Visa holder passes away, providing crucial peace of mind.
- Extended Stay Flexibility: Lastly, you maintain the flexibility to stay outside the UAE for extended periods without invalidating your visa, a key feature of the Golden Visa.
Your Golden Visa Renewal Journey with Al Qalam Typing
At Al Qalam Typing, we provide comprehensive support to navigate the Golden Visa renewal process seamlessly. Indeed, our step-by-step approach ensures both efficiency and clarity throughout your journey:
- Renewal Eligibility Check & Document Review: First, we begin by verifying your current Golden Visa status. Subsequently, we meticulously review all necessary updated documents to ensure full compliance with current renewal requirements.
- Updated Document Preparation & Verification: Next, we meticulously guide you through the process of gathering any new or updated documents. This ensures they meet the stringent ICP standards for successful renewal.
- Application Typing & Submission: Following document preparation, our expert team accurately prepares and then submits your Golden Visa renewal application through the official ICP smart systems. This minimizes errors and, consequently, potential delays.
- Follow-up & Liaison with Authorities: Throughout the process, we continuously monitor your application status. Moreover, we act as a dedicated liaison with relevant government authorities, including ICP and GDRFA, addressing any queries or requests promptly on your behalf.
- Medical Fitness Test & Biometrics (if required): Furthermore, we assist in scheduling and preparing for your mandatory medical fitness test. We also help with biometric data submission (if updated biometrics are required for renewal) at authorized centers.
- Visa Issuance & Residency Stamping: Upon receiving approval, we then facilitate the final crucial steps. This includes new visa issuance and the essential residency stamping in your passport.
- Post-Issuance Support: Finally, our comprehensive support extends beyond visa issuance. Indeed, we offer ongoing guidance on related services and are available to answer any continuing queries regarding your newly renewed Golden Visa.
Important: It is crucial to understand that the process may involve multiple stages and approvals from various government entities. However, our expertise is designed to ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey for you.
Service Limitations & Special Considerations for Renewal
- Continuous Compliance: Primarily, Golden Visa holders must continue to meet the eligibility criteria of their original category throughout the validity period. This is essential to ensure a successful renewal.
- Updated Requirements: Furthermore, it is important to be aware that government policies and requirements for renewal may be updated periodically. Rest assured, we will ensure you are promptly informed of any such changes.
- Medical Fitness: In addition, all applicants and their sponsored family members must pass a medical fitness test, which must be conducted within the UAE for renewal purposes.
- Criminal Record Check: Moreover, maintaining a clean criminal record is a mandatory requirement for successful renewal.
- Dependents’ Status: Lastly, it is vital to ensure all sponsored dependents maintain valid status for their respective renewal applications.
Estimated Time to Obtain Service
7-10 Days
(Specifically, processing time can vary significantly based on the Golden Visa category, the completeness of documentation submitted, and the required government approvals. Typically, therefore, the process ranges from a few weeks to several months, similar to the initial application procedure.)
Service Requirements and Fees for Renewal
The requirements and fees for Golden Visa renewal, as you might expect, vary significantly based on the applicant’s category. Consequently, below is a general overview; for precise details tailored to your situation, a personalized consultation is highly recommended.
| Category | Key Requirements (Examples) | Estimated Fees (AED) |
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| Investor (Public Investments) Specialized Talent Entrepreneur Specialized Talent |
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| Investor Real Estate (Other Emirates) |
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| Real Estate Investor (Dubai) |
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Note: Fees are estimates and subject to change by UAE government authorities. Additional fees may apply for specific administrative processes. Late renewal may incur fines.
Service Channels
You can apply for your Golden Visa renewal through official government channels; alternatively, you may seek the assistance of authorized service providers.
| Channel | Availability | Time to Complete |
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| Smart Services System (Website/Mobile App) | 24/7 | Varies (Online submission) |
| Typing Centers (e.g., Al Qalam Typing) | As per working hours | Varies (Assisted application) |
| Customer Happiness Centers | As per working hours | Varies (Direct application) |
Inquiries and Complaints (ICP)
For direct inquiries or indeed any complaints regarding the Golden Visa service, you can effectively contact the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) through their various official channels:
Email & Website
- Contactus@icp.gov.ae
- www.icp.gov.ae
- Ask Hamad/Chatbot (via website)
Related Services
Beyond Golden Visa renewals, explore other essential government and immigration services, all conveniently offered by Al Qalam Typing:
Ready to Renew Your Golden Visa?
Indeed, Al Qalam Typing is your expert partner for navigating a smooth and successful Golden Visa renewal process. Therefore, do not hesitate; contact us today for a personalized consultation.
Alternatively, you can visit our office in Sharjah for direct, in-person assistance.