The UAE Golden Visa is a prestigious long-term residence program, offering a 10-year renewable visa to a select group of foreign investors, entrepreneurs, and exceptional talents. This program provides unparalleled stability and a host of benefits, making it one of the most sought-after residency schemes in the world. It allows holders to live, work, and study in the UAE without the need for a national sponsor.
Key Benefits of the Golden Visa:
- Long-Term Stability: A 10-year visa that can be renewed, providing certainty for you and your family.
- Sponsor-Free Residency: Your visa is not tied to an employer, giving you complete professional freedom.
- Family Sponsorship: You can sponsor your spouse, children (with no age limit), and domestic support staff.
- Flexibility to Travel: Remain outside the UAE for more than six months without your visa becoming invalid.
Pathways to a Golden Visa: Who is Eligible?
The Golden Visa is designed for individuals who make a significant contribution to the UAE's economy and society.
The main categories include:
- Real Estate Investors: Individuals who purchase a property worth at least AED 2 million. The property can be off-plan or completed, and it can be financed through approved local banks.
- Public Investment Investors: Individuals who invest a minimum of AED 2 million in an accredited UAE-based investment fund or in the capital of a mainland UAE company.
- Entrepreneurs: This category is for founders of innovative projects. You may be eligible if you have a startup idea approved by an accredited business incubator, or if you founded a project that was sold for at least AED 7 million.
- Exceptional Talents: This is a broad category for top professionals in their fields, including:
- Scientists, Doctors, and Inventors: Must have approvals from relevant UAE authorities.
- Creative & Cultural Talents: Must have an endorsement from the cultural authorities in the UAE.
- Executives & Directors: Must have a high salary (typically over AED 50,000/month), a university degree, and significant professional experience.
How We Facilitate Your Golden Visa Application
The application process requires meticulous preparation and submission of specific documents to the correct government bodies. Our expert advisors simplify this entire journey by:
- Conducting an Eligibility Assessment: We confidentially review your profile to determine the most suitable pathway for you.
- Managing Documentation: We help you compile, attest, and prepare every required document to ensure compliance.
- Liaising with Authorities: We manage the submission and follow up on your application on your behalf.
Secure your long-term future in one of the world's most dynamic countries. Contact us for a confidential Golden Visa eligibility assessment.