Get the UAE Golden Visa through property investment, business, or talent. 10-year renewable residency with family sponsorship. Golden Visa Dubai requirements and costs explained.
Eligibility
Multiple pathways to qualify for Golden Visa Dubai residency.
Own property worth AED 2 million or more in Dubai freehold areas.
Invest AED 2 million in UAE business, funds, or bank deposits.
Own a startup valued at AED 500,000+ or approved by UAE incubator.
Scientists, doctors, engineers, artists with exceptional achievements.
Top graduates from UAE or global universities with high GPA.
Distinguished individuals in humanitarian and frontline fields.
Benefits
Property Route
The most popular route for UAE Golden Visa - own property worth AED 2 million+.
Property must be worth at least AED 2 million (approximately USD 545,000).
Residential property in designated freehold areas. Can be single or multiple properties combined.
Mortgaged properties qualify, but you need a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the bank.
Off-plan purchases qualify if AED 2M+ has been paid to the developer.
Must be in personal name. Company-owned properties don't qualify for individual Golden Visa.
Don't meet the AED 2M threshold? Dubai offers 2-year and 5-year property visas for investments from AED 750,000. While not a Golden Visa, this provides residency tied to your property investment.
Process
Confirm you meet the criteria for your chosen category (investor, talent, entrepreneur, etc.).
Passport, photos, proof of investment/talent, health insurance, and supporting certificates.
Apply through ICP Smart Services, GDRFA, or Amer centers. We can assist with the process.
Complete medical fitness test and Emirates ID biometrics at authorized centers.
Once approved, get your Golden Visa stamped in your passport. Processing takes 2-4 weeks.
Sponsor spouse, children (under 25), and parents on your Golden Visa.
Costs
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Golden Visa Fee | AED 2,830 |
| Emirates ID (10 years) | AED 1,080 |
| Medical Fitness Test | AED 500 |
| Health Insurance (annual) | AED 2,000+ |
| Typing & Service Fees | AED 500 |
| Amer Service Center | AED 275 |
| Total (Approx.) | AED 9,685+ |
Additional costs apply for family member sponsorship (approximately AED 5,000-7,000 per person).
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