Dubai Golden Visa holders to be given discount cards for free

Dubai Golden Visa holders to be given discount cards for free

So far, 65,000 people in Dubai have been granted the visa since its launch

Published: Mon 18 Jul 2022, 1:40 PM

Golden Visa holders in Dubai can now get the Esaad privilege card that offers a host of exclusive discounts. The discount card issued by the Dubai Police will be given free of charge to holders of five- and 10-year long-term residency.

So far, 65,000 people in Dubai have been granted the Golden Visa since its launch.

Mona Mohammed Al Amri, head of the Esaad Card Committee at Dubai Police, said the card will be shared with Golden Visa holders via a text message (SMS), outlining the necessary details.

The categories of Golden Visa holders that will receive the card are: Investors in public investment funds; real estate investors; entrepreneurs; people with specialised talents; and researchers in science and knowledge such as scientists, doctors, specialists and inventors; and creative individuals in culture and art. They will also include executive directors, specialised academics, professional sportspeople, PhD degree holders specialising in engineering or science, humanitarian aid workers, and outstanding university and high-school graduates.

The Esaad card is a loyalty programme launched in 2018 by the Dubai Police. It provides extensive benefits and discounts across several sectors, including healthcare,