The UAE residence visa is a permit that enables foreign individuals to live in this country for extended periods. The visa, which can be valid for two, three, five or even ten years, is renewable as frequently as required. Numerous international families have established roots in the Emirates for generations, continually renewing their visas to maintain their residency.

In essence, UAE permanent residency involves having a valid visa stamp in your passport while residing continuously in the country. While the concept of “permanent residency” as known in some countries doesn’t exactly exist here, holding a residence visa essentially confers the same benefit.