UAE citizenship chance for some foreigners

The UAE is opening a path to citizenship for select foreigners, according to AFP.

According to AFP, Dubai ruler and UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashed Al-Maktoum said “investors, specialized talents and professionals including scientists, doctors, engineers, artists, authors and their families” would be eligible for naturalization under the new amendment.

“The UAE cabinet, local emiri courts and executive councils will nominate those eligible for the citizenship under clear criteria set for each category,” Sheikh Mohammed said.

“The law allows receivers of the UAE passport to keep their existing citizenship.”

According to AFP, the UAE government said the amendment to the citizenship law “aims at appreciating the talents and competencies present in the UAE and attracting more bright minds to the Emirati community.”