United Arab Emirates study route
1 current source-backed study pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residence visa for studying in the UAE | A student enrolled in a UAE university or college may obtain a study residence visa sponsored by the institution or a parent; the sponsor issues a certificate confirming the expected study duration. | 2026-07-14 | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Residence visa for studying in the UAE | The exact ICP service requires a passport valid for more than six months, health insurance, medical fitness, a licensed educational establishment and the competent education authority’s approval; the stay follows the study programme and may continue for 180 days after study ends. | Official source |
| Residence visa for studying in the UAE | The official UAE ICP Services Guide classifies the student residence permit as a residence permit without work for students hosted by accredited educational establishments; this route does not itself grant general employment authorization. | Official source |
Official sources
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