36 Celebrities Awarded UAE’s Golden Visa, Including Ranveer Singh and Giorgio Armani
The UAE’s 10-year golden visa has emerged as a prestigious credential within the regional entertainment industry. Launched in 2019, this government initiative initially aimed to attract investors but has since broadened its scope to recognize the cultural contributions of artists, including actors, musicians, and composers from across the Arab world and beyond.
A diverse array of cultural figures has received this coveted visa, including Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and Lebanese pop icons Elissa and Najwa Karam. Below is a list of 36 notable personalities who have been granted the golden visa.
Notable Recipients of the UAE Golden Visa
- Mohammed Ramadan
- Shah Rukh Khan
- Ragheb Alama
- Izu Ani
- Elissa
- Najwa Karam
- Reif Othman
- Ola Farahat
- Mohamed Sami and Mai Omar
- Marwan Khoury
- Nadine Nassib Njeim
- Nelly Karim
- Kosai Khauli
- Walid Toufic
- Sanjay Dutt
- Annabella Hilal
- Karen Wazen
- Latifa El Arfaoui
- Ali Kanaan
- Hany Shaker
- Jessy Abdo
- Myriam Fares
- Mohanlal
- Mammootty
- Tovino Thomas
- Suniel Shetty
- Prithviraj Sukumaran
- Sonu Nigam
- Safia Alemary
- Karim Fahmy
- Boney Kapoor
- Imad Benaomar
- Giorgio Armani
- Ali Zafar
- Fakhr-e-Alam
- Ranveer Singh
Mohamed Ramadan
The Egyptian actor and rapper received his golden visa in September. He noted that this permit enables his production company to invest further in the UAE. Following this, Ramadan released two music videos for his singles “Ya Habibi” and “Versace Baby,” both filmed in Dubai with local talent.
Shah Rukh Khan
Recognized as the first Indian celebrity to receive the golden visa, Khan is a frequent visitor to the UAE and owns a property on Palm Jumeirah. He was appointed as Dubai’s brand ambassador in 2016.
Ragheb Alama
The Lebanese singer confirmed his golden visa status in February, emphasizing that the UAE feels like home. His two sons, Khaled and Loui, are residents of Dubai and are involved in the entertainment and fashion industries. Alama expressed his happiness about his children living in a safe and fair environment.
Izu Ani
The celebrated chef, known for his restaurant concepts across the UAE and beyond, was awarded the golden visa in April. He described Dubai as a place where he can truly call home and grow.
Elissa
The Lebanese pop star made a low-key announcement regarding her golden visa on October 9, sharing a photo of herself holding the document outside the Dubai branch of the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship.
Najwa Karam
The pop star celebrated her golden visa on her 55th birthday in February, expressing gratitude towards the UAE’s leadership.
Reif Othman
The Dubai restaurateur received his golden visa earlier this year. Known for his innovative approach to Far Eastern cuisine, Othman has been a significant figure in the city’s culinary scene since 2009.
Ola Farahat
The Canadian-born fashion influencer announced her golden visa on Instagram, expressing her gratitude for the opportunities it has opened for her in the UAE.
Mohamed Sami and Mai Omar
The Egyptian director and actress duo announced their golden visa status in an Instagram post featuring Dubai’s skyline. Omar thanked the UAE leadership for the recognition.
Marwan Khoury
The romantic singer and composer expressed his gratitude for receiving the golden visa in March, thanking the UAE for the honor.
Nadine Nassib Njeim
The Lebanese actress received her golden visa in May and expressed her happiness about living in a safe and secure country.
Nelly Karim
Karim’s golden visa has a dedicated page in her passport. She expressed relief at being able to travel freely to the UAE for the next decade.
Kosai Khauli
The Syrian actor, known for his roles in popular television series, was awarded the golden visa earlier this year.
Walid Toufic
The veteran Lebanese singer received recognition for his five-decade career with the golden visa, expressing gratitude to the UAE for its support.
Sanjay Dutt
The Indian actor received his golden visa in May, expressing his honor at being granted residency in the UAE.
Annabella Hilal
The former Miss Lebanon and broadcaster received her golden visa in October last year, recognized for her contributions to regional media.
Karen Wazen
The Lebanese-British influencer announced her golden visa in May, expressing gratitude for the opportunities Dubai has provided her family.
Latifa El Arfaoui
The Tunisian singer expressed her joy upon receiving her golden visa, thanking the UAE for the honor.
Ali Kanaan
The Syrian poet received his golden visa recently, commending the UAE government’s efforts during the pandemic.
Hany Shaker
The veteran Egyptian singer and composer received his golden visa last month, expressing appreciation for the UAE’s hospitality.
Jessy Abdo
The Lebanese actor and singer received her golden visa earlier this month, thanking Dubai for its cultural support.
Myriam Fares
The Lebanese pop star announced her golden visa on July 29, expressing pride in receiving this honor from the UAE.
Mohanlal
The South Indian superstar received his golden visa on August 23, thanking the UAE for the recognition.
Mammootty
Another South Indian star, Mammootty, received his golden visa alongside Mohanlal, expressing gratitude for the honor.
Tovino Thomas
The Kerala actor received his golden visa on August 30, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to associate with the UAE.
Suniel Shetty
The Bollywood actor received his golden visa on August 24, thanking the UAE’s leadership for the recognition.
Prithviraj Sukumaran
The South Indian actor received his golden visa on September 15, expressing excitement about the honor.
Sonu Nigam
The popular Bollywood singer has called the UAE home for over a decade, continuing his relationship with the country through the golden visa.
Safia Alemary
The veteran Egyptian actress expressed her gratitude for receiving the golden visa, thanking the UAE’s leadership.
Karim Fahmy
The Egyptian actor received his golden visa in September, expressing respect for the UAE’s leadership.
Boney Kapoor
The seasoned Bollywood producer announced his golden visa status in September, expressing gratitude for the honor.
Imad Benaomar
The Moroccan crooner announced his golden visa earlier this month, thanking the UAE for its support of innovators.
Giorgio Armani
The famed Italian designer received his golden visa on October 24, recognizing his contributions to the fashion industry in the UAE.
Ali Zafar
The Pakistani pop star announced his golden visa after performing at Expo 2020 Dubai, expressing his honor at receiving this recognition.
Fakhr-e-Alam
The Pakistani actor and entrepreneur received his golden visa on June 27, expressing gratitude for the opportunities the UAE has provided.
Ranveer Singh
The Bollywood star received his golden visa on March 29 in Abu Dhabi. He expressed his honor at receiving the visa and his commitment to promoting Abu Dhabi as a must-visit destination.
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Published on 2022-03-29 07:00:00 • By FAME Delivered News Desk