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UAE Extends Consular Protection to Golden Visa Holders With 24/7 Support

Officials say the move extends citizen-level emergency care to long-term residents to strengthen the UAE’s appeal to global talent.

Overview

  • The package is live following a GITEX Global 2025 launch by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security.
  • Golden Visa holders abroad have a dedicated 24/7 hotline for emergencies at +971 2 493 1133, with access to UAE missions for crisis coordination.
  • An electronic Return Document can be requested online after a lost or damaged passport, typically issued in about 30 minutes and valid for a single entry within seven days.
  • Dependents on a holder’s visa are covered, with inclusion in evacuation planning and emergency response previously limited to UAE nationals.
  • In the event of a death abroad, authorities will assist with repatriation or burial and expedite the necessary procedures for families.