Dubai offers a modern, tax-free environment for students, with a visa system that rewards academic excellence. Students can work part-time (up to 4 hours per day) with a permit from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE). Dubai’s university-sponsored visas are typically valid for one year and renewable annually, but the real prize for 2026 is the Golden Visa.
High-achieving students—those with a GPA of 3.8 or higher from UAE universities or from top-ranked global universities—can qualify for a 10-year Golden Visa. This self-sponsored residency allows you to live, work, and even sponsor your family without needing a company sponsor. For other graduates, a Job Seeker Visa (valid for 60, 90, or 120 days) provides a bridge to find employment. With no income tax and a massive appetite for talent in real estate and tech, Dubai is a premier choice for rapid wealth building.
