Golden Visa: 1,400 Dubai Health nurses eligible

Long-serving nurses, midwives say they feel valued for their contributions

- BY SAJILA SASEENDRAN Chief Reporter

Long-serving nursing staff across Dubai Health facilities have expressed gratitude, pride, and joy after being honoured with the Golden Visa by Shaikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Dubai Executive Council Chairman.

Coinciding with International Nurses Day, observed on May 12, Shaikh Hamdan on Monday issued directives to grant the Golden Visa to nursing staff employed by Dubai Health who have served for more than 15 years.

The Golden Visa is a long-term residence permit that enables foreign professionals to live, work, or study in the UAE while enjoying exclusive benefits.

Eligibility scope

More than 1,400 nursing employees are eligible for this special recognition in appreciation of their enduring contributions to public health, Dubai Health confirmed to Gulf News.