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Dubai’s Golden Visa for Creators Attracts 2,415 Individuals and 78 Firms in Six Months · IMI Podcasts

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  SPEAKER_00: Dubai's Creators HQ program has enrolled 2,415 content creators from 147 countries and brought 78 companies from 24 nations since its launch in January 2025, according to local media reports.
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  SPEAKER_00: The most represented countries include the United Kingdom, Pakistan, the United States, India, France, and Germany.
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  SPEAKER_00: In its next phase, the program aims to expand its membership to 10,000.
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  SPEAKER_00: Although officials have not specified a timeline for hitting this target, the program offers workspaces, training, and administrative support to its members.
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  SPEAKER_00: Participants also enjoy perks, such as expedited access to the Golden Visa program, relocation assistance, and help with setting up businesses.
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  SPEAKER_00: Dubai ruler Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Makhtum launched the initiative and the 40 million US dollar Content Creators Fund, also known as CCF, in early 2024.
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  SPEAKER_00: Commenting on the figures, Mohammed Abdullah al-Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, described the program as part of the UAE's strategy to lead the global content economy.
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  SPEAKER_00: He positioned the Creators HQ program as a hub for creativity, skills development, and the production of purposeful, impactful content.
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  SPEAKER_00: Officials also linked the initiative to broader diversification goals, highlighting its positive economic impact on sectors such as tourism, retail, and education.
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  SPEAKER_00: The program's members include a wide range of content creators such as social media influencers, filmmakers, and photographers who are active across major online platforms.
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  SPEAKER_00: Officials say the program's participants have a combined online audience and followers that surpass$2.45 billion.
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  SPEAKER_00: In addition to individual creators, Creators HQ has drawn businesses specializing in areas such as production, content services, and tools for creators.
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  SPEAKER_00: Authorities note that participants use the hub to connect with audiences, boost engagement, and contribute to campaigns focused on social, cultural, and economic issues.
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  SPEAKER_00: Yet officials have not provided data on the program's economic impact, such as job creation, local spending, or export revenue.
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  SPEAKER_00: This episode first appeared as an article by Mustafa Daly on IMIDAily.com.
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