<h1>UAE launches Golden Visa program offering 10-year renewable residency for investors entrepreneurs scientists without sponsors</h1> The UAE restructured its visa program to offer Golden Visas providing 10-year renewable residency for investors, entrepreneurs, scientists, doctors, athletes and students without requiring sponsors. The program particularly benefits the Indian diaspora, which comprises 3.5 million people or 35% of UAE's population. Investors need AED 2 million investment or property ownership for eligibility. Visa holders can sponsor family members and stay outside UAE longer than typical six-month periods. The initiative supports UAE's economic diversification from oil dependency and strengthens bilateral ties following the 2022 India-UAE comprehensive economic partnership agreement.