The UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) has announced an update to the fees for issuing a six-month entry permit issued for those who want to apply for a 10-year UAE Golden Visa, according to a report by Al Khaleej.

The authority has set a new fee of AED1,250 for the six-month entry permit, which includes a variety of charges such as AED1,000 for issuance, AED100 for the application, AED100 for smart services, AED28 for e-services, and AED22 for Federal Authority fees.

The golden visa is granted to several categories of people, including talents such as scientists and specialists, investors in public investments, real estate investors, entrepreneurs, top high school achievers, graduates of accredited universities in the UAE, graduates of accredited universities outside the country, and workers in the first line of defence.

The visa aims to attract and retain skilled professionals and investors in the country.

Those who apply for an entry permit for the golden visa procedures are required to provide several documents, including the passport of the sponsored person, a coloured personal photo, and proof of eligibility for the golden visa, the report said.