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‘Golden Card’: Permanent residency system for UAE’s expats launches
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WAM, 21 May 2019: launch of the Golden Card by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid for investors, entrepreneurs, talents, researchers and students; first 6,800 qualifying residents from over 70 countries with current investments estimated at AED 100 billion; spouse and children included. All numbers and the launch event already recorded.
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What it covers Launch by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid; first 6,800 eligible residents from over 70 countries, with investments estimated at AED 100 billion.
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