ICP pointed out that the categories of golden residence, their conditions and controls are determined in accordance with the laws, legislation and official ministerial decisions
On Tuesday, July 8, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) debunked rumours “circulating in some local and foreign media and websites about the UAE granting a lifetime Golden Visa for a number of nationalities.”
The ICP underscored “all UAE Golden Visa applications are managed exclusively through official government channels within the country, and no internal or external advisory body is considered an approved party in the application process.”
“The categories of golden residence, their conditions and controls are determined in accordance with the UAE laws, legislation and official ministerial decisions,” ICP added, noting: “Those wishing to know the (requirements for UAE Golden Visa) can obtain them through the ICP website or smart application.”
The ICP said they have recently monitored press releases issued by a consulting office (abroad) indicating the possibility of submitting a request for a “lifetime UAE Golden Visa” that could be purchased for Dh100,000 through a nomination process. Some reports also claimed that Bangladeshis can also avail of the scheme.
Several Indian media organisations and a few UAE-based entities carried the press release, which the ICP said was published on Monday, July 7 “without the support of the law or referring to the competent authorities in the UAE”.
The ICP said they are “fully committed to providing a safe and clear environment for customers. (We are) working to enhance transparency and continuously update (our) services through official digital platforms only.”
ICP to take legal action
The ICP did not identify the source of the alleged unverified press release but noted “a legal action will be taken against the entities that launched these rumors in an attempt to obtain money from those wishing to live and reside in the UAE by exploiting their dreams and ambitions in a decent life and a safe and stable living.”
The ICP urged those wishing to visit the UAE or live, reside and invest in the UAE “not to respond to inaccurate rumours and false news with the aim of quick profit.”
The ICP called on the public to always refer to official sources to ensure the validity of the required procedures, by going to the official website or calling the call center (600522222).
