Dubai Golden Visa Through Property Investment

Dubai Golden Visa Through Property Investment

The UAE Golden Visa is a 10-year residency visa available to property investors who purchase real estate worth AED 2 million or more. It's one of the most attractive investment visa programs globally — offering long-term residency, family sponsorship, and no sponsor requirement.

Key Benefits

• 10-year residency (renewable)
• Sponsor family — spouse, children, parents
• No sponsor required — Self-sponsored visa
• Work anywhere in UAE — No employer restriction
• Multiple entry — Travel freely
• Path to citizenship — Long-term pathway

Golden Visa Property Requirements

Standard Golden Visa (AED 2M+)

Buy property worth AED 2 million or more to qualify for the 10-year Golden Visa. The property must be:

• Held for at least 2 years (or purchased with a loan from specific UAE banks)
• Registered with the Dubai Land Department
• Freehold (not leasehold)
• Not mortgaged (unless mortgage is from a specific UAE bank)

Reduced Threshold (AED 1M+)

Investors buying property worth AED 1 million or more can qualify for a 2-year residency visa (not Golden Visa, but still renewable).

Off-Plan Golden Visa

Yes, you can get a Golden Visa with off-plan property — as long as the property value is AED 2M+ and the developer is approved by DLD.

Application Process

1. Buy property worth AED 2M+
2. Obtain property valuation from DLD-approved valuer
3. Submit application to DLD or ICP (Federal Authority for Identity)
4. Medical fitness test — at an approved medical center
5. Biometrics — fingerprinting and photo
6. Receive Golden Visa — valid for 10 years

Required Documents

• Passport copy
• Property title deed
• Property valuation certificate
• Passport-size photographs
• Medical fitness certificate
• Health insurance