Children of UAE residents who are above 18 years of age and have completed their secondary or university education are now eligible to receive a one year residency visa extension. Earlier, Khaleej Times reported that parents who are UAE residents may now start applying for the one-year residency extension of their dependents who have completed their secondary or university education and are above 18 years of age. Also read: Free UAE visa for select tourists this summer They can avail of the visa by submitting supporting documents that include the general secondary education or graduation certificate.