Golden Visa
UAE Golden Visa
The UAE Golden Visa, a long-term residence permit, offers various pathways to eligibility, primarily based on investment, talent, or academic achievement.
Key Requirements for Different Golden Visa Categories - Investors
Property Investment
- Purchase of a property worth at least AED 2 million, which can be a single property or multiple properties that add up to the required amount.
Company Investment
- Investing a minimum of AED 2 million in a company's capital, or being a partner in a company with a share value of at least AED 2 million.
Public Investments
- Deposit of at least AED 2 million in an investment fund or in UAE national banks.
Entrepreneurship
- Owning or being a partner in a startup registered in the UAE with annual revenue of at least AED 1 million, or having sold a previous entrepreneurial project for a total value of at least AED 7 million.
Key Requirements for Talent and Professionals
Highly Skilled Professionals
- PhD holders, doctors, and engineers in specific fields like computer engineering, electronics, programming, and biotechnology may qualify.
Scientists and Researchers
- Specialized degrees in artificial intelligence, big data, or epidemiology and viruses are also considered.
Specialized Talents
- Professionals in digital technology with valid work contracts, salary certificates (minimum AED 30,000), and licenses to practice their profession may qualify.
Top Graduates
- Graduates from universities recognized by the Ministry of Education, with a GPA of 3.5 or higher, and within two years of graduation, may be eligible.
Other Pathways
Real Estate Investors
- May qualify with property worth AED 2 million or more, regardless of whether its off-plan, completed, or mortgaged.
Entrepreneurs
- May qualify if they own a startup with annual revenue of at least AED 1 million, or if they have previously sold a startup for a total value of at least AED 7 million.
Other Specialized Fields
- Individuals working in creative industries like media and arts, or those with prestigious international awards, may also be eligible.
General Requirements
Documents
- A valid passport and residence visa are required for all applicants.
- Personal photos with a white background are needed.
- Applicants must be in the UAE to apply.
Health Insurance
- Health insurance is required for the applicant and their family.
- A comprehensive health insurance for the investor and family members is required when applying for a golden residence, or as applied by the competent local authority according to the Ministry of Economic Department.
Financial Proof
- Bank statements and financial reports may be required depending on the category.
- For investors, it's important to demonstrate that the invested capital is wholly owned by the investor and not a loan.
You are Eligible if You Have Any One of the Following
Golden Visa on Fixed Deposit (Age Below 60)
- Age below 60 Years
- 2 million dirhams in your Account
- Or Property equivalent to 2 Million
Golden Visa on Fixed Deposit (Age Above 60)
- Age above 60 Years
- 1 million dirhams in your Account
- Or property equivalent to 2 Million