🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates · General Residence
Blue Residency — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €19,782 |
| Minimum annual salary | €237,383 |
| Proof of savings | €474,767 |
| Minimum investment | €472,218 |
| Work experience | 5+ years |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 12–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €119 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 120 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://icp.gov.ae/en/services/blue-residency/.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €19,782.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://icp.gov.ae/en/services/blue-residency/ · verified 2026-06-23
Minimum annual salary
https://icp.gov.ae/en/services/blue-residency/ · verified 2026-06-23
Proof of savings
https://icp.gov.ae/en/services/blue-residency/ · verified 2026-06-23
Minimum investment
https://icp.gov.ae/en/services/blue-residency/ · verified 2026-06-23
Work experience
https://icp.gov.ae/en/services/blue-residency/ · verified 2026-06-23
Health insurance
“A valid health insurance covering the duration of stay in the UAE is mandatory.”
https://icp.gov.ae/en/services/blue-residency/ · verified 2026-06-23
Age range
https://icp.gov.ae/en/services/blue-residency/ · verified 2026-06-23
Application fee
https://icp.gov.ae/en/services/blue-residency/ · verified 2026-06-23
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.