How to leave for permanent residence in the UAE from Russia: emigration rules

Emigration to the UAE attracts a large number of people from Russia and Asian CIS countries. There is no need to rush to learn Arabic; in most cases, they will calmly speak to you in English.

These numbers may be hard to believe, but local residents make up only 10% of the population. The remaining 90% are people who came here to work.

Local labor legislation strictly regulates the relationship between employer and employee. Your employment contract will definitely have a clear list of responsibilities that you will perform, and the exact salary that you will be paid will definitely be written. Additional benefits include payment for housing, air tickets to your homeland (once per year), and medical insurance. After working in the company for more than 1 year, you will also have access to a compensation package equal to 21 days of your salary.

Advantages and disadvantages

Like any other developed country, the United Arab Emirates has something to boast about. The first is a high level of security and a very low level of crime in general. The police here work at a very good level, and there is completely no corruption here.

Secondly, the climate is excellent. This is the land of eternal summer. Even on the hottest days, it is very comfortable here, because all facilities, including bus stops, are equipped with air conditioning.

Third is the high level of wages.

Fourth, there is a virtual absence of taxes for resident visa holders. This is why you can find a large number of highly paid freelancers here.

The disadvantages include the fact that it is almost impossible to obtain citizenship in the UAE. And also some may not like strict local laws.

It is almost impossible to obtain citizenship in the UAE. Even those people who have worked there all their lives will eventually have to go to their homeland to retire. This even includes those children who were born in the Emirates and grew up there.

Privileges

Oman
Closely related peoples are entitled to certain benefits. There are 3 countries nearby: Qatar, Oman and Bahrain. Their territory is now inhabited by the descendants of nomadic Arab settlements, which in religious and ethnic terms are considered relatives of the settlements that lived on the territory of the modern UAE. These countries also became rich when the oil boom occurred.

It was thanks to him that the indigenous people began to live much better. Many nomadic tribes switched to a sedentary lifestyle. In modern times, Bedouins can also be seen moving freely across the lands, including at border crossings.

There is a discount for subjects of these monarchies. They can obtain a citizen's passport after legally living in the Emirates for 3 years. After they receive citizenship, they have the right to promote their candidacy to government bodies after 7 years.

Visas to the UAE in 2021

From 2021, all tourists arriving in the United Arab Emirates receive a visa at the airport free of charge upon arrival for 30 days. If necessary, it can be extended for another 30 days through the Immigration Department. Therefore, you can easily go here for reconnaissance to make sure this country is suitable for you to emigrate or not.

Grounds for obtaining a residence permit:

• Marriage with a local resident,
• Employment,
• Opening your own company,
• Study at local universities,
• Purchase of real estate under certain conditions.

Registration of visa permits

Entry into the state is carried out on the basis of a visa permit. You can get it at the country's diplomatic missions or at the airport.

If you are visiting the country for less than 30 days, you can obtain an entry permit from the migration officers at the airport. This procedure takes a minimum of time and does not require expenses. If necessary, the visa can be extended for a maximum of 30 days at an additional cost ($30-$140).

If you need to apply for a long-term visa (more than 30 days), you need to visit the consular service and submit a request for permission. After fulfilling all conditions, the applicant will receive permission to visit the state.

One of the most important conditions for opening a permit stamp is the validity period of the international passport. It is necessary that it contains blank sheets for stamping, and the validity period ends no later than 6 months from the date of completion of the visa permit.

Obtaining a residence permit

You can obtain a residence permit in the United Arab Emirates after receiving a visa to travel to the country. If you have a tourist paper, obtaining a long-term permit will be possible only in a situation where a foreigner has found an employer willing to hire him.

Holders of the following visas are entitled to a residence permit:

• educational. Intended for students of local universities, valid for 60 days with the possibility of extension for the same period no more than 2 times. It is paid, you will have to pay about 600 dirhams for registration;
• medical. Valid for 90 days with the possibility of a one-time extension for a similar period.

This also includes a resident visa. It happens with or without the right to work. The validity period is 3 years with the possibility of extension.

Obtaining a residence permit when purchasing real estate

A residence permit in the Emirates is a resident visa, which gives the right to legally stay in the country for at least 3 years. If a foreign national wants to initially obtain a long-term residence permit, he can invest in local real estate.

A residence permit for the purchase of housing is issued subject to a number of conditions:

• the acquisition was made from a company that has a license to cooperate with foreigners;
• the price of living space is at least 1 million dirhams, which corresponds to 270 thousand dollars;
• sole full ownership of property;
• availability of a permanent source of income in a minimum amount (about 10 thousand dirhams).

Please note that a residence permit for the purchase of housing does not provide employment opportunities. According to the internal policy of the state, a foreigner is required to travel outside the Emirates every 6 months.

Applying for citizenship

When applying for citizenship, you must contact the country's Ministry of Internal Affairs. It is this department that is responsible for the initial review of documents, acceptance of all certificates and verification of compliance with the migration rules of the Emirates.

Please note that the final decision is made personally by the ruler of the state, so the applicant faces a long waiting period (and with a high degree of probability a refusal will follow).

Where to apply: documents

To obtain temporary resident status at the UAE Ministry of Internal Affairs, you will need to submit a basic package of documentation, which consists of the following papers:

• application of an approved sample;
• a foreign passport with a validity period of at least 1 year;
• birth certificate;
• certificate of family composition;
• photo of the approved format;
• a document confirming a permanent source of income in the amount of at least 10 thousand dirhams;
• medical insurance, the amount of which is at least 15 thousand dollars;
• a document certifying the absence of a criminal record and open criminal prosecutions in the homeland;
• information about the place of intended residence in the UAE (long-term lease agreement);
• medical certificate issued by a local clinic.

If a person applies for a long-term residence permit and intends to become a citizen of Dubai, then the following papers will be added to the basic package of documents:

• confirmation of the loyalty and law-abidingness of the applicant, issued by the Main Police Department of the country;
• special permission from the Ministry of Internal Affairs (for the fair sex);
• a certificate confirming the absence of offenses in the UAE;
• national passport in which the visa is affixed;
• no debt to the Emirates budget, confirmation of payment of all duties.

All documentation provided to migration authorities must be translated into English or Arabic and certified by a notary in the country.

In what cases can they refuse?

A foreign citizen intending to obtain status in the UAE will face complex procedures and checks. Initially, it is worth saying that a number of nationalities are not considered as applicants for a passport. Thus, residents of China and India, Pakistan, Israel, as well as persons belonging to African-American culture, Jews and Filipinos cannot rise above the status of resident.

A refusal can be issued for any reason, be it the presence of errors in the document, the absence of any papers, or failure to pass the citizenship test. It is impossible to challenge a refusal. The only way out is to try to apply again, collect the necessary documentation and wait a long time. The advantage here is that there are no costs for applicants to go through bureaucratic procedures.

Moving to the UAE through employment

In order to enter this country, all you need is a temporary work visa, a copy of your diploma, an employment contract, health insurance and an air ticket. The flight is carried out at the expense of the employer.

After arriving in the UAE, you are required to apply for a resident visa. It consists of two parts. First, you need to send the original education diploma and employment contract. In addition, you will be required to undergo a full medical examination, including fluorography, blood tests for HIV and hepatitis, as well as a pregnancy test. Pregnant unmarried women are denied a visa.

Weekend

Weekends are considered Friday and Saturday. Namely, Friday is a day of prayer in this country. In addition to the global calendar, the country also has its own lunar calendar. All religious holidays are calculated according to it by a special commission.

Why the UAE attracts Russians

UAE citizens have quite a lot of privileges. This is why a foreigner who has visited the Emirates at a resort dreams of moving so much. The government of the United Emirates is constantly engaged in the development of social policy, and in terms of its level of development, this country is among the TOP of the best. Therefore, it is not surprising that people wishing to settle in the UAE are not welcome here. Dubai citizens in their homeland occupy only the best vacancies - foreigners are used for everything else. If they work in the same position as foreigners, then by law their wages should be several times higher. Additional privileges are that the indigenous residents have income from the sale of oil and do not particularly like work. And each of their children receives a plot of land at birth.

Singing fountains of the UAE

When some important events occur in the lives of citizens, the Government provides them with various discounts, subsidies and bonuses. This condition allows Dubai citizens not to deny themselves anything.

Citizens can receive training paid for by the State not only in their city, but also in any institute in the world. After a person completes his studies, he will be provided with all possible assistance in finding a job.

Important! Native UAE residents can enter many countries around the world without a visa. They do not need to register for pre-entry. The stamp is placed upon arrival at the airport.

In the UAE, only native residents have an advantage. They are the ones who can receive free healthcare and benefits for utilities. Thanks to such benefits, the average age in this country is constantly getting higher. For example, for women it is now 76 years, and for men – 73 years. Therefore, the Government is increasingly thinking about tightening legislation in order to maintain the necessary standard of living in the country.

Procedure for obtaining a residence permit

Let's start with the required list of documents:

• Valid passport,
• Photos 3x4 – 3 pieces,
• 3 copies of the completed application form,
• Certificate of income or bank account statement,
• Confirmation of your right to obtain a residence permit (employment contract, marriage documents).

Cost of obtaining a resident visa

The table below shows the cost of obtaining a resident visa for both the employee and his family members.

Having a residence permit, you can cross the state border unlimitedly. The residence permit will be canceled if you are absent from the country for more than 180 days.

Naturalization for immigrants from Russia and other countries

Naturalization
Every foreign resident can undergo the naturalization procedure. But the procedure is quite complicated and can take a very long time. Its acceleration and results will not be affected in any way by investments, the presence of a business in the country, or other advantages.

The applicant must meet the following requirements:

• Fluent in Arabic;
• Have no criminal record;
• Have an impeccable reputation;
• Have a legal source of income that will fully cover the expenses of family members;
• Refusal to obtain citizenship; dual citizenship is not allowed;
• The total period of stay in the country is 30 years, 20 of which after the entry into force of the citizenship law.

At the same time, it is permissible to travel on business trips and for medical purposes for a period of up to 3 months. If in doubt, you can seek advice from the Citizens Registration Department.

Naturalized persons may vote in elections, but are not eligible to advance to government office.

Banks and currency

Dirham is the official currency in the UAE. 1 dirham is approximately 20 rubles. Most people in the country use bank cards. Cash is only needed for taxis and food delivery.

Your employer will help you open a bank account in the bank with which he already works. Today, lending is actively developing in the country, so you will immediately be offered to issue a credit card along with a debit card. The average lending rate is 6%.

The financial infrastructure in the country itself is developed. You can manage your money using online banking, SMS or mobile application. But people usually complain about local offices. Resolving issues live is often tedious, slow and ineffective.

Loopholes

For those who are still wondering how to become a citizen of the UAE, the answer is, taking into account all of the above - no way! Representatives of the authorities did everything to ensure that only their own people received the best and had a huge set of privileges that were not available to everyone else .

In addition, the policy towards foreign citizens who do receive a UAE passport requires respect for this country and compliance with certain rules. At the slightest violation, you will be deprived of all privileges and that very cherished citizenship.

By the way, “passport” does not equal “citizenship”. Yes, this is an identity document, but it does not give you the right to call yourself a citizen of this country. It can be obtained after 15 years of living in the UAE by people from different countries, including the CIS, and citizens of neighboring countries living in the UAE will be issued it after 3 years.

Salaries and taxes

Salary levels in Dubai vary greatly depending on the industry. At the very bottom are foreign construction workers and cleaning staff. These vacancies are often filled by Indians and Filipinos. The minimum salary is 1200 dirhams. It often includes lunches at work and payment for a bed in a hostel.

Those who are lucky enough to get a job in a good cafe or restaurant receive significantly more - 7000-8000 dirhams. In this area, Russians and residents from other CIS countries have been supplanted by Filipinos who are ready to work for significantly less money.

Highly paid specialists are considered to be those earning 13,000-18,000 dirhams per month. Emirates airline pilots earn 30,000-42,500 dirhams. Plus, they are usually paid for housing in the form of a separate villa.

Salaries are not subject to taxes. They are simply missing. You will receive exactly as much as is written in your employment contract.

Only in 2021 was VAT introduced on all products and services, and before that, in 2021, VAT was introduced for energy drinks and cigarettes. The VAT rate is 5%.

Housing

With the exception of hotels, housing in this country must be rented for at least 1 year. Payment is made by bank checks. The cost of renting a one-room apartment is on average 48,000 dirhams per year. Payments can be either monthly or quarterly. It depends on how you negotiate with the property owners. Upon arrival, you may be asked for a deposit for Internet and utilities in the amount of 3,000 dirhams. If you outsource your property search to an agent, on average it will cost you AED 4,000 in commission.

To furnish an empty apartment, you will need up to 8,000-10,000 dirhams, depending on your needs.

Ways to obtain citizenship in the country

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How to become a citizen of the United Arab Emirates? If a person is not a compatriot of someone living in the UAE, and he does not have relatives in the Emirates, then this is almost impossible to do.

So, how to get UAE citizenship? You can do this in the following ways:

• Through marriage, which is only available to citizens of the country.
• By origin.
• Through naturalization.

Citizenship through marriage

How to move to the UAE for permanent residence from Russia? For Russian women, the most relevant emigration option is marriage. But this does not mean that local authorities will approve of it. To obtain citizenship, a foreigner will need to fulfill a number of conditions:

• renounce Russian citizenship;
• apply;
• obtain approval not only from the UAE Internal Affairs Directorate, but also from all members of the man’s family.

Important! The last time a woman was required to live in the UAE while married was 3 years. However, information is constantly changing. There are rumors that this period should increase to 7 years, and the woman should give birth to at least two children.

UAE wedding

A man who is a native resident of the UAE can only marry a woman who professes Judaism, Christianity or Islam. As for men, they cannot obtain citizenship in this way at all.

By right of birth

Is it possible to obtain UAE citizenship if you were born in this country? This right is transferred to the small citizen by inheritance. A child born to a citizen of this country automatically becomes his citizen.

Citizenship by birth

It does not matter where exactly the child was born. If the parents are not married, the father is obliged to recognize the born child. True, such a child cannot always become a citizen. Interestingly, if the mother is a citizen of the UAE and the father is unknown, then the child is also recognized as a full citizen.

How can a Russian citizen obtain citizenship in Dubai if he was born in the UAE? If a baby appears here, but his parents are not citizens of the Emirates, then this does not give him any privileges. The only exception is orphans.

Naturalization

How to move to Dubai from Russia for permanent residence? This can be done through a visa center, but a completely different question is how to become a citizen of the UAE if you were not born in this country and certainly do not want to marry a local native here.

Naturalization in the UAE

In this case, the only relevant method would be naturalization. However, due to strict rules, only a few undergo this procedure.

If we are talking about people from Arab countries, then they must live here for at least 7 years. Residents of other countries have 30 years to do this. At the same time, no one promises that citizenship will be granted even after 30 years. Fulfilling all the conditions only gives the right to apply for citizenship, but obtaining it for the population is not always possible.

Many are also interested in whether it is possible to become a citizen through investment, as is done, for example, in Portugal and Greece. Unfortunately, this method is also impossible - the UAE is a rich enough country to provide for itself independently.

Transport, cars and parking

Despite all the luster of the country, public transport here is poorly developed. The majority of the population travels by car. There are two metro lines and buses, but they are convenient only for those who live somewhere along the coastline, or travel by bus from a residential area to the center. The average cost of a trip is 30 dirhams.

Visiting foreigners can either rent a car or purchase it as their own. Installment and car loan programs are common. The rate will be from 0 to 6%. For example, you can rent a Ford Focus car for AED 14,500 per month. A full tank of gasoline costs 50 dirhams.

What drivers complain about is that car gas stations are located at a great distance from each other. Therefore, you constantly have to keep your finger on the pulse in order to arrive at the gas station on time.

Driving license in Dubai

Russian driving licenses do not count here, so you will have to undergo training and pass a driving test to the local authorities. Having a driver's license from Russia only gives you a discount: instead of 40 hours of study, you will have to study for only 20 hours. You can study slowly and get your license in six months, or quickly, receiving the coveted card in 2-3 weeks.

Fines in the country are high, and there is also a point system. If you accumulate 24 points for your violations, your driver's license will be revoked for 1 year. A typical fine for exceeding the speed limit by 20 km/h will cost you 500 dirhams.

The quality of roads is very high. They are monitored and maintained at a high level.

Parking

The country has a developed parking system. Almost every building has its own underground parking, as well as on-street parking spaces.

In popular places, you will have to pay from 2 to 4 dirhams per hour for a parking space.

Ways to obtain UAE citizenship

There are few ways for Russians to become a full citizen of the United Arab Emirates. There are four ways to obtain citizenship:

1. By right of birth;
2. By naturalization method;
3. By concluding a marriage with a subject of the state;
4. Opportunity to obtain citizenship for special services to the Arab state.

You can legally stay in the country with a tourist, work, student or visitor visa. To obtain a residence permit, you must go through long bureaucratic procedures and provide the required package of documents. It is recommended to study the methods of obtaining citizenship in more detail and choose the one that suits you. Every foreigner who has visited the country's first-class resorts dreams of living in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.

UAE Citizenship through Marriage

Only female persons can apply for citizenship in this way. Official marriage with a citizen of the state does not automatically imply citizenship. Conditions for foreigners:

• The first requirement is to renounce the citizenship of your country;
• You must stay in one of the seven emirates for 3 years or longer;
• After fulfilling the first two conditions, the woman can apply for citizenship;
• Once approval is received from the UAE Ministry of Interior, citizenship is formalized. A woman can lose it if she divorces her husband and marries a man who is not a citizen of the UAE or if the first husband proves that the marriage was fictitious, the goal was to obtain citizenship with the help of a citizen of the Emirates.

That is, after entering into a marriage, a woman has the right to obtain citizenship after three years. According to religious canons, a man professing Islam can marry a Muslim, Christian, or Jewish woman. It is not possible for a foreign male to obtain Emirati citizenship in this way. Marriage to a local woman does not give such a right.

The requirements for obtaining citizenship through marriage with an Emirati citizen change every year. The length of stay in an official marriage increases to 5-7 years. At the same time, for approval, a condition was added about the birth of 2 children.

Citizenship at birth

Conditions under which a child automatically receives UAE citizenship:

• If the parents are considered citizens of the Emirates. It does not matter the country in which the birth took place. The child receives citizenship like his parents;
• The child's father is a citizen of the United Arab Emirates;
• An orphan child, if there are no parents or they are unknown, receives citizenship at birth on the territory of the state by birthright;
• If the woman who gave birth to the child has Emirati citizenship, the father is not present, or he is a citizen of another country, then the child can claim the right to become a citizen upon reaching the age of eighteen.

If foreigners plan to give birth in the Emirates, then this child is not given any privileges at birth. He cannot apply for citizenship.

Naturalization

One of the ways a Russian can obtain citizenship in Dubai or any other emirate. To obtain a passport in this way, a Russian must successfully complete all stages and fulfill the requirements of the Arab government.

Ways to obtain approval through naturalization:

• It is possible to become a citizen of the United Arab Emirates if you have outstanding services to the country. The government personally grants citizenship to one of the seven emirates;
• If the state is interested in issuing passports to certain categories of people. Typically, such people are the best athletes who, upon receiving citizenship, undertake to compete at international level competitions under the country’s flag;
• A citizen of Russia or any other state who has lived in the Emirate for more than 30 years. During this period there should be no offenses, the foreigner must have high passive income (constant financial support), and speak the state language fluently. A prerequisite is the absence of a criminal record.

A person who has acquired citizenship by naturalization is deprived of the right to vote. If you have committed illegal actions that harmed state security, or work in a country that is at war with the UAE, then there is a risk of losing your rights.

Tourism

The UAE has several world-famous attractions that may be of interest to tourists. Having a car, you can drive from Dubai to any of these places in a couple of hours. These places include:

• mountains of Ras al Khaimah,
• coast of the Indian Ocean in the state of Fujairah,
• capital of Abu Dhabi,
• in green, built around Buraimi oasis, Al Ain,
• the country's largest zoo (Al Ain),
• historical museums and forts (Al Ain),
• amusement park "Hili Fun City"
• Burj Khalifa is the tallest skyscraper in the world
• The Dubai Fountain is a musical fountain whose jet height reaches 150 meters,
• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, (Abu Dhabi),

Religion and special rules of behavior

Dubai is one of the most liberal places among Arab cities and countries. Here you should not hold hands, kiss or somehow actively express your feelings in public places. Couples who are not married are not allowed to live together here (however, we are resolving this issue).

A separate month is Ramadan, which you need to know about. During his days, you should not eat, drink or smoke in public spaces. Special places have been allocated for this.

In addition, you need to control what you write about the country and its residents on social networks. You could get into serious trouble if you openly criticize the UAE and the country's leaders, or post photos that show it in a bad light.

Procedure for obtaining citizenship

To study the personality of an applicant for citizenship, a commission has been created under the UAE Ministry of Internal Affairs, where they check the applicant’s reputation and give approval. The process is unhurried in the Eastern style; the exact timing of consideration of candidates has not been established.

An applicant who meets the requirements and is approved applies to the typing bureau, where an application form will be prepared for him. After which you can issue a passport at the Registration Department by submitting a package of documents including:

• application form;
• national passport;
• UAE ID card (issued when applying for a residence permit/permanent residence permit);
• frontal photo (passport type);
• original and copy of the house book (Family book);
• receipt of payment of the fee (50 AED - regular tariff, 100 AED - urgent registration);
• paid sticker for Emirates Post courier service.

Dirham exchange rate: 1 USD = 3.673 AED / 1 AED = 0.27 USD.

For urgent rates, processing will take 1 business day. As usual - during the working week. The UAE citizen's passport will be delivered by courier on the same or the next day after registration.

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Dubai stores do not sell alcohol. The exception is specialized stores, of which there are about 15 throughout the city. To buy alcohol in such a store, you need a special license issued by the police. It costs about 2 thousand rubles a year and is issued without problems if you have a normal salary, you are not a Muslim and your employer has given you a letter stating that he does not mind if you drink alcohol.

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Food and alcohol

The cost of products on the store shelf may seem very high. The fact is that most products are imported into the country from abroad. Of course, the UAE has its own agricultural sector, but it is limited to a small range. Large stores have shelves with national food, including entire Russian sections.

To purchase alcohol, you must obtain the appropriate license card. If necessary, the employer can do this by indicating that he is not against his employee drinking alcohol. The cost of a glass of beer or wine in local bars is 40 dirhams.

How can you become a UAE citizen?

It is good to be born in the Emirates, and for parents to be citizens of this country. At least one. The most win-win option, in which two principles are implemented: the law of blood and the law of territory. Both together and each separately are fundamental to citizenship by birth.

Children born in the UAE, if their parents are unknown, receive Emirati citizenship. If the parents are identified and they are non-citizens, the child does not receive citizenship, but can apply for it upon reaching the 30th birthday.

For those born outside the UAE, the procedure is as follows:

1. Emirati father - children automatically receive UAE citizenship.
2. Emirati mother, foreigner or stateless father: children become eligible for UAE citizenship upon reaching 18 years of age.

Both options are extremely unlikely for Russians and Ukrainians. There are other possibilities for them.

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Only for the fair half

In most countries, marriage is a surefire way to obtain citizenship through an expedited procedure. This is not quite the case in the UAE.

A foreign man who marries an Emirati woman will not receive citizenship. The law doesn't allow it. He will be granted permanent residence, which is also good. In 30 years, he will be able to get a UAE passport, if by then he does not file for divorce and is not disappointed in the country.

Brides from abroad are luckier. The Emiratis do not interfere with marriage. 15 years after the wedding, the wife will receive citizenship and will retain it if she is widowed, as well as after divorce, unless she marries a foreigner. A foreign husband is incompatible with previously acquired UAE citizenship. A mandatory requirement is to give birth to children in marriage with an Emirati citizen.

There is an obvious advantage of women over men. This is in a patriarchal country that honors Islamic traditions. To understand why the principle of gender equality is violated in “citizenship through marriage”, you need to look at the gender chart by age groups of the population.

Chart shows demographic imbalance between UAE men and women

In the UAE, the male population outnumbers the female population starting at age 20. From 25 to 60 years old the gap is overwhelming. There are 2–3 times more men. There are simply not enough women in the UAE.

When making plans to start a family with a man from the Emirates, Ukrainian and Russian women should remember the strictness of Islamic marriage and the dependence of the groom on the opinions of relatives and the entire clan. On the other hand, Emirati society is quite tolerant of foreign brides. Preference is given to women from Arab countries. For others, there are religious recommendations. The bride must belong to one of the Abrahamic religions: Islam, Christianity, Judaism. The wishes are not spelled out in the law. The issue is being resolved at the everyday level.

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When an Arab man turns 21, the state allocates land and gives him money to build a house. And this seems to be the only difference in the privileges of men and women. A woman is not given land because she will get married, and that will solve the issue.

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Naturalization for immigrants from Russia and neighboring countries

Naturalization is available to everyone. Any foreigner. But the procedure is complicated and time-consuming. At the same time, investing in the UAE economy, owning real estate or business does not provide any advantages to applicants for citizenship.

General requirements for applicants:

• knowledge of Arabic;
• lack of criminal record or jurisdiction on criminal charges;
• reputation as a respected, respectable person;
• legal income covering all family expenses;
• renunciation of national citizenship, dual citizenship is not allowed;
• total length of residence in the UAE is 30 years, of which 20 years after the adoption of the citizenship law.

Short-term trips abroad of up to 3 months or long-term trips for treatment do not violate the principle of continuity of residence. If in doubt, it is recommended to consult in advance with the Department of Citizenship and Personal Status of the UAE Ministry of Interior.

Naturalized foreigners have the right to vote in elections, but cannot stand for elected office in the Emirates.

Competition for UAE citizenship among immigrants is high, so achieving it is not easy

Benefits for closely related peoples

In close proximity to the UAE there are three monarchies: Oman, Qatar and Bahrain, where descendants of nomadic Arab tribes live, who are ethnically and religiously related to the tribes that inhabited the current Emirates. These three countries similarly became rich during the oil boom and raised the welfare of the indigenous population to a high level. Most nomads have switched to a sedentary lifestyle, but even today there are groups of Bedouins who roam freely and do not really pay attention to the fact that their caravans cross borders at passport checkpoints.

A benefit has been established for the subjects of the Bahraini prince, the Qatari emir and the Omani sultan. They can obtain UAE citizenship after three years of continuous legal residence in the country. And after becoming citizens of the UAE, after 7 years they have the right to run for elected office.

From this legal possibility arises the idea of ​​a two-step process for obtaining UAE citizenship. First, naturalize in one of the three preferential countries, then move to the UAE for permanent residence in order to apply for Emirati citizenship after three years.

In 1975, the citizenship law was supplemented with benefits for any applicants of Arab origin, regardless of which country they moved from. For them, the period of continuous residence in the Emirates has been reduced to 7 years, after which the right to UAE citizenship becomes available.

For Arabs who are close in blood and spirit to the local population, obtaining UAE citizenship is much easier

Honored and outstanding people

According to Art. 9 of the UAE Citizenship Law allows for citizenship to be granted to foreigners who have rendered honorable services to the country. These persons are exempt from the requirement of continuous residence and knowledge of Arabic.

Citizenship is granted by a special decree of the Emir of Abu Dhabi (also the President of the UAE).

The term “impeccable service” is not defined. That is, the issue is left to the discretion of the country's leadership. Whomever it deems worthy, it grants citizenship.

We tried to open our own business there... You should be aware of how this system works in the Emirates. Why do you pay 50% of the profit to the local???? because he localized and agreed to sign the documents, he does nothing!!! Not all real estate can be bought either; there are areas where only locals can buy it - where is the justice in that? More or less, the British and Americans are lucky there, with their passports and their salaries are 3 times higher, but for the rest, not so much. You just created such an advertisement for Dubai, and some people cannot even dream of going at least once in their lives.

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