Dubai Unveils Creators HQ: Golden Visa and Perks for 10,000 Influencers

Dubai now has a new project called the Creators HQ – a platform for 10,000 influencers to come and live in the city. The launch event recently occurred at the 1 Billion Followers Summit 2025 in the Emirates Towers and offers services like help with attaining the UAE Golden Visa, moving services, and workshops and mentorship options for its users.

A Hub for Content Creators

The Creators HQ is also within the framework of the UAE’s desire for continued development of the nation’s digital creation ecosystem. Organizers of the event announced that with 300 events and workshops per year, the program is aimed at developing content creation market. Members of the Creators HQ will also get assistance with company formation and registration which in return offer a channel for creators to build permanent sustainable enterprise in Dubai.

Golden Visa for Long Term Residence

New scheme also extends physical and Golden Visa support that is worth mentioning among novelties. This enables the influencer to live in the UAE between five to 10 years without the use of a national sponsor or visa renewal necessary – this gives the influencer stability and independence.

Step-Up: Peer and Senior Mentorship Programme

In addition to that, Creators HQ will bring creative camps, funding as well as creative workshops themselves on branding, on video, audience building, and monetization fund. The initiative is designed to address a vast audience of creative professionals, starting with social media influencers and continuing with digital content producers, podcasters, and visual artists.

This is Dubai’s Vision for Content Creation

As for the activity of the target initiative, Mohammad Al Gergawi, the UAE Minister of Cabinet Affairs mentioned that the project is already playing the pivotal role in defining the future of content creation in Dubai. He said: “Our primary objective is to facilitate access to content creators worldwide who come to the UAE to get backing support and market themselves.” The initiative is expected to attract players from the various fields of industry.