Dubai Golden Visa
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Dubai Golden Visa

A long-term residence route for qualifying real estate investors who want to live, invest or build a regional base in Dubai.

Assess my eligibility
10-year renewable residenceResidence permitNo continuous stay requirementPhysical presenceSubject to property and authority reviewTypical timingFamily eligibleSubject to current rules

Programme overview

A strategic base for
your next chapter.

A long-term residence route for qualifying real estate investors who want to live, invest or build a regional base in Dubai. Final eligibility remains subject to current law, due diligence and approval by the competent authorities.

Ten-year renewable residenceAbility to live, work and study in the UAEFamily sponsorship

Key benefits

What the programme
can offer.

Dubai Golden Visa lifestyle and investment destination
Residence by investmentDubai
Benefit 01

Ten-year renewable residence

Availability and scope are confirmed against the regulations applicable to your file.

Benefit 02

Ability to live, work and study in the UAE

Availability and scope are confirmed against the regulations applicable to your file.

Benefit 03

Family sponsorship

Availability and scope are confirmed against the regulations applicable to your file.

Benefit 04

Access to Dubai’s business and investment ecosystem

Availability and scope are confirmed against the regulations applicable to your file.

Benefit 05

Freedom to remain outside the UAE without the usual six-month limitation

Availability and scope are confirmed against the regulations applicable to your file.

Qualifying pathways

Investment routes.

We confirm current legal conditions and total costs before you commit to an investment.

01

Qualifying real estate

Own one or more qualifying properties with a total value of at least AED 2 million, subject to current authority requirements.

02

Approved financed property

Certain mortgaged properties may qualify when the applicable bank and authority evidence is accepted.

03

Qualifying off-plan property

Eligible off-plan property may be considered subject to developer, escrow, payment and authority rules.

Family inclusion

Plan residence
together.

Relationship, age and dependency conditions vary by programme and are verified individually.

Family planning an international residence journey
A residence strategy designed around family life.
01Spouse
02Children subject to current rules
03Parents through an eligible sponsorship route
04Domestic support subject to immigration rules

Eligibility

Core requirements.

Golden residency eligibility file under review
Requirement 01Qualifying property value of at least AED 2 million
Requirement 02Valid ownership and valuation evidence
Requirement 03Lawful and documented source of funds
Requirement 04Valid health insurance and immigration compliance
Requirement 05Final approval by the competent UAE authorities

Application journey

From assessment
to residence.

  1. 01

    Private eligibility review

    We assess nationality, family structure, objectives, timing and the most suitable qualifying route.

  2. 02

    Investment planning

    The advisory team confirms the route, legal steps, expected costs and required evidence before commitment.

  3. 03

    Due diligence and documents

    Identity, source-of-funds and family documents are prepared, certified and reviewed.

  4. 04

    Complete the qualifying investment

    The approved property, fund, contribution or other eligible investment is completed under local rules.

  5. 05

    Application and biometrics

    The residence application is filed and any required appointment or biometric enrolment is coordinated.

  6. 06

    Residence issuance and renewals

    After approval, permit issuance, family cards, renewals and ongoing compliance are supported.

Document checklist

A complete,
well-prepared file.

Professionally prepared golden residency documents
Document 01Valid passport and recent photographs
Document 02Evidence of the qualifying investment and lawful source of funds
Document 03Police clearance certificates where required
Document 04Health insurance or proof of medical coverage
Document 05Civil-status documents for included family members
Document 06Certified translations, legalisations and application forms

Frequently asked questions

Dubai Golden Visa FAQ.

What property value is required for the Dubai Golden Visa?+

The official UAE threshold for the real-estate investor category is AED 2 million. The property structure, ownership evidence and any financing must satisfy the competent authority’s current requirements.

Can more than one property be combined?+

One or more properties may be considered toward the qualifying value, subject to ownership, valuation and authority requirements.

Can an off-plan or mortgaged property qualify?+

Some off-plan and financed properties may qualify, but eligibility depends on the developer, bank, paid amount, escrow and evidence accepted by the relevant authority.

Does the Golden Visa provide UAE citizenship?+

No. It is a renewable long-term residence permit and does not itself grant UAE citizenship.

Last reviewed: 29 July 2026. Regulations and processing practices may change.Official source

A private assessment

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We will verify the current route and compare it with the strongest alternatives for your goals.

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