UAE Unveils New Visa Reforms for 2025, Expanding Entry Pathways and Tightening Compliance
UAE Unveils New Visa Reforms for 2025, Expanding Entry Pathways and Tightening Compliance The United Arab Emirates has announced a new package of visa reforms for 2025, introducing expanded entry categories, refined eligibility rules, and enhanced compliance measures aimed at strengthening the country’s talent, tourism, and business ecosystem. Under the updated framework, authorities have launched a series of purpose-driven visas that cater to specialised segments including AI professionals, international event participants, cruise-tourism visitors, and business delegates. These new categories are designed to support the UAE’s broader economic-diversification agenda while creating more clearly defined pathways for short-term and project-based entry. In parallel, the government has introduced revised sponsorship and income-threshold requirements for residents seeking to sponsor family members or employees. The updated criteria ensure that sponsorship relationships are financial...