Policy & Legal Updates
Fragomen Details UAE Golden Visa Salary Thresholds and Emirati Minimum Wage
Immigration law firm Fragomen has detailed key salary requirements governing UAE Golden Visas and private sector work permits. In Dubai, Scientists and Specialists Golden Visa applicants without government nomination must meet a monthly basic salary of AED 30,000 excluding allowances, alongside a two-year prior income history. Additionally, the minimum wage for Emirati nationals working in the private sector stands at AED 6,000 per month as of January 1, 2026.
