Residency by investment

United Arab Emirates

The UAE Golden Visa offers long-term residence to eligible real estate and public investors.

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United Arab Emirates - ResidencyProgram overview

The UAE Golden Visa offers long-term residence to eligible real estate and public investors.

Minimum investment
AED 2 million for qualifying real estate
Investment routes
Real estate investment ยท Public investment

Review the official program criteria for current requirements and fees.

Check the official program details

United Arab Emirates - ResidencyLegal framework

The UAE Golden Visa offers long-term renewable residence under several categories. Real estate and public investment applicants must meet the rules of the relevant federal or emirate authority.

United Arab Emirates - ResidencyProgram benefits

  • Long-term residence

    Eligible investors may receive a renewable residence visa under their category.

  • Family sponsorship

    Qualifying holders can sponsor eligible family members.

United Arab Emirates - ResidencyApplication process

  1. Check the investor category

    Confirm the applicable property or public investment evidence with the issuing authority.

  2. Prepare supporting records

    Obtain confirmation from the land department or the appropriate investment authority.

  3. Apply for residence

    Submit the Golden Visa application and complete the required identity and residence steps.

United Arab Emirates - ResidencyEligibility requirements

  • Qualifying property or investment

    The property category generally requires evidence of at least AED 2 million in qualifying property value.

  • Authority-specific requirements

    Check financing, ownership and supporting evidence rules for the emirate and category.

Required documents

Golden Visa evidence
  • Passport and identity records
  • Land department or qualifying investment evidence
  • Medical and insurance documents where applicable
  • Family records for sponsorship

United Arab Emirates - ResidencyFrequently asked questions

Do I need a sponsor?

Eligible Golden Visa holders can obtain the residence visa without a local sponsor.

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