Dubai Is Issuing Gaming Visas For Long-Term Stays

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Dubai, the United Arab Emirates’ crown jewel, is aiming to level up its reputation as a global gaming hub with a Gaming Visa, designed to be a magnet for top gaming talent. This program will offer job opportunities and fosters an environment where professionals, artists, and innovators can thrive within the gaming industry.

The introduction of the Dubai Gaming Visa aligns with the emirate’s ambitious Program for Gaming 2033, which aims to transform the nation into a US$1 billion gaming powerhouse by 2033, generating a staggering 30,000 jobs in the process.

To qualify, interested game developers, esports athletes, and content creators must be 25 years of age or older and submit a professional resume alongside a copy of their passport via the Dubai Culture platform.

Upon successful evaluation, applicants are awarded the coveted Creative and Talented Accreditation Certificate, paving the way for the long-term visa.

Dubai boasts top-of-class infrastructure, a strategic location connecting East and West, and a tax-friendly environment, making it an irresistible proposition for international gaming companies and professionals alike. The launch of the Gaming Visa program lets it stay further ahead in the game, ensuring it remains competitive against neighbors like Abu Dhabi, which plans to build the world’s first esports island.

[via Pocket Gamer, GamingonPhone, Game8, cover image generated on AI]