What are the post-study work visa options in Dubai and how do they compare to the UK?

Dubai does not offer an automatic post-study work visa like the UK. Instead, international graduates in Dubai have these options:

- Job Seeker Visa: Stay for 60 - 120 days to find a job after graduation (requires proof of funds).
- Employment Visa: Available if you secure a job; your UAE employer sponsors this, usually for 2 - 3 years.
- Green Visa: Self-sponsored 5-year visa for skilled professionals with a minimum monthly salary (around AED 15,000).
- Golden Visa: Long-term (5 or 10 years) for exceptional graduates with outstanding academics; includes family sponsorship.

By contrast, the UK offers a Graduate Visa that lets you stay and work for up to 2 years (or 18 months for applications after Jan 2027) without employer sponsorship and with flexible work options.

In summary, Dubai requires a job offer or meeting specific criteria for long-term residency, while the UK provides a direct post-study work visa with broader work rights and a set duration.