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UAE long-term residence
UAE Golden Visa
Obtain 10-year renewable residence through property, business or professional talent — no local sponsor, and your family can live in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
Programme overview
The UAE Golden Visa is a renewable 10-year residence that needs no local employer or sponsor. The most common route is property: owning property in the UAE worth at least AED 2,000,000 in total, which can be spread across several properties, with mortgaged and off-plan property counting under certain conditions. There are also entrepreneur and professional talent routes. Holders generally do not need to spend a set number of days a year in the UAE to keep their residence, and can sponsor their families.
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InvestmentProperty from AED 2,000,000
Residence10 years, renewable
Minimum stayGenerally none
FamilySpouse and children
Summary
The property route requires property in the UAE worth at least AED 2,000,000 in total, which can combine several properties; the value is generally the purchase price registered on the title deed, not the current market value. Mortgaged or off-plan property must reach AED 2,000,000 in total, with a no-objection certificate from the bank or developer. Entrepreneurs can apply with SME revenue from AED 1,000,000, or an innovative project from AED 500,000. Dubai also has a separate two-year property investor visa, which is a different residence from the 10-year Golden Visa.
Key benefits of UAE Golden Visa
- 10-year residence, renewable
- No local employer or sponsor needed
- Generally no minimum stay
- The UAE levies no personal income tax
- Sponsor your spouse and children
Why Global Immigrate for UAE Golden Visa
- renewable residence
- 10 years
- property investment threshold
- AED 2,000,000
- families helped by Global Immigrate across all programmes
- 500+
GI Group overseas property team
GI Group’s overseas property team helps you find, negotiate and buy — and later manage lettings.
Clear, transparent fees
All service fees and third-party costs are set out in writing before you sign — no hidden charges — and our refund terms are explained clearly.
Planning beyond immigration
GI Group’s teams can handle pre-immigration tax, asset allocation, your children’s education and overseas property at the same time, so the arrangements never conflict.
Our three guarantees
Full service-fee refund if refused
Guaranteed in your service agreement: if your application is refused, we refund the service fees you have paid in full — or you can switch to another suitable programme at no extra charge.
No extra charge for further documents or resubmission
If the authorities request further documents, or an application must be resubmitted, we handle it at no additional service fee.
Handled by professionals, fee fixed at signing
Every application is prepared and reviewed by our professional immigration team. Your service fee is fixed when you sign, with no additional charges afterwards.
Service fees exclude investment amounts, government fees and third-party costs. Refusals caused by false or incomplete information, or by the applicant not cooperating as required, are not eligible for a refund. Full terms are set out in the service agreement.
Requirements
For the property route, applicants generally need:
- Property in the UAE worth at least AED 2,000,000 in total (several properties can be combined)
- For mortgaged, instalment or off-plan property, a no-objection certificate from the bank or developer
- Property held in your personal name
- A valid passport, health insurance and a medical examination
- No criminal record
The main Golden Visa routes
| Route | Main requirement |
|---|---|
| Property investor | Property from AED 2,000,000 in total; several properties can be combined |
| Entrepreneur | SME revenue from AED 1,000,000, or an innovative project from AED 500,000 |
| Professional talent | By profession and monthly salary |
In 2026 Dubai removed the minimum property value for sole owners under its two-year property investor visa, but that is a two-year residence, distinct from the 10-year Golden Visa. Subject to the latest announcements of the UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security.
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Application process
- Assessment and choice of route2–6 weeksWe confirm the right route, shortlist qualifying property or businesses, and verify how the property value will be counted.
- Purchase and registrationDepends on the transactionComplete the purchase and register with the land department; mortgaged or off-plan property needs a no-objection certificate.
- Golden Visa applicationDepends on processingSubmit the application and complete the medical and biometrics.
- Residence and family applicationsAfter approvalCollect your residence and Emirates ID, and apply for your spouse and children.
UAE Golden Visa client stories
“Our two units together came to over AED 2,000,000. They confirmed how the value would be counted before we paid the deposit.”
10-year Golden Visas for the whole family.
Mr Chan, Hong Kong“I bought off-plan, and the team reminded me early to get the developer’s no-objection certificate — the application went smoothly.”
Golden Visa granted with off-plan property.
Ms Lin, Taipei“GI Group planned our tax and assets at the same time, so our status and our wealth were arranged together.”
Golden Visa granted and family wealth plan completed.
Mr Wong, Hong KongUAE Golden VisaFAQ
Does a fall in property value affect the Golden Visa?
The investment recorded when the visa is granted is generally what counts, so later market movements do not affect an approved 10-year residence; subject to the latest rules.
Can mortgaged or off-plan property qualify?
Yes. The total must reach AED 2,000,000, with a no-objection certificate from the bank or developer.
Do I need to live in the UAE?
Golden Visa holders generally do not need to spend a set number of days a year in the UAE to keep their residence.
Does the Golden Visa lead to citizenship?
The Golden Visa is long-term residence and does not lead directly to UAE citizenship.
How does Dubai’s two-year investor visa differ from the Golden Visa?
The two-year visa has a lower property threshold but a shorter residence; for property investments of AED 2,000,000 or more, the 10-year Golden Visa is generally the more stable long-term choice.
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