UAE Golden Visa Requirements, Benefits & Price

UAE’s Golden Visa offers 5 or 10-year residency without a sponsor for investors with AED 2M investment. The cost starts from AED 3,000 plus insurance and includes extended travel benefits.

Benefits

• Long-Term Stability: 5 or 10-year self-sponsored residency.
• No Local Sponsor Needed: Freedom to work or start a business without a UAE partner.
• Family Sponsorship: Sponsor your spouse, children of any age, and unlimited domestic workers.
• Extended Travel Flexibility: Stay outside the UAE for over six months without losing residency.
• Business & Investment Freedom: Own companies, invest in real estate, and enjoy tax benefits.

Who is Eligible?

• Investors: Minimum AED 2 million in funds or property.
• Entrepreneurs: Innovative projects worth AED 500,000+, with approval letters.
• Skilled Professionals: Doctors, engineers, scientists, academics, artists, etc.
• Outstanding Students: High GPA, top-ranked schools.
• Humanitarian Pioneers & Frontline Heroes: Recognized contributions or service.

Eligible Countries & Professions

All nationalities can apply. Priority given to high-value contributors (medical, science, tech, arts, etc.). The program is merit-based, not nationality-based.

Investment Requirements

• 10-Year Investors: AED 2 million in a UAE fund/company or pay AED 250,000/year in taxes.
• 5-Year Real Estate: Property worth AED 2 million or mortgage with at least AED 2 million paid off.

Costs & Fees

• Visa Fees: ~AED 2,800–AED 5,000 (depending on 5 or 10 years, inside/outside UAE).
• Medical Test: ~AED 250–AED 700 per person.
• Insurance: Starts ~AED 700/year per person.
• Emirates ID: ~AED 1,050 for 10 years (less for 5 years).

How to Apply (Full Process)

1. Check Category: Determine if you’re an investor, entrepreneur, professional, etc.
2. Gather Documents: Passport, proof of eligibility, insurance, photos.
3. Apply Online: Use the ICP or GDRFA (Dubai) portals.
4. Pay Fees: Includes visa issuance, Emirates ID, and medical test.
5. Medical & Biometrics: Complete required health checks and ID procedures.
6. Receive Visa: Get your residency stamp or electronic visa and Emirates ID.

Success Rate

Experts estimate around an 80–90% Golden Visa acceptance rate for applicants who fully meet eligibility and submit correct documents.

Visa Validity & Renewal

• Validity: 5 or 10 years (renewable).
• Requirements: Maintain investment, employment, or qualification criteria.
• Outside Stay: Golden Visa holders can remain abroad over six months without losing residency.
• No Sponsor Needed: Self-sponsored.
• Family Sponsorship: Spouse, children (any age), unlimited domestic staff.
• Extended Travel Flexibility: Stay outside the UAE freely.
• Secure Residency:A solid foundation for future planning.
• Business & Work Freedom: No local partner needed to operate a business.