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3 Simple Steps to Get Your Golden Visa
Step 1
We will review your profile and determine your eligibility.
Step 2
We will advise you on the documentation required.
Step 3
You will be assisted in submitting your application to the authorities.
What Makes the UAE Golden Visa So Unique?
The UAE Golden Visa was introduced in 2019, as a means for expats to obtain long-term residency in the country. Unlike the standard visas, the Golden Visa grants up to 10 years of residency to individuals across different categories for investors, entrepreneurs, students, professionals, specialized talents, and others.
Difference Between a Standard Visa and Golden Visa in the UAE
Standard Visa
Golden Visa
Validity
Usually Valid For 1,2, or 3 Years.
Available For 5-year and 10-year Durations
Sponsorship
Requires and employer, Parent, of a spouse to sponsor.
Requires no sponsor as it is self-sponsored
Sponsoring Dependents
Certain conditions related to salary and income need to be fulfilled
No restrictions to sponsor dependents.
Staying Outside UAE
Expires if the visa holder remains outside the UAE for more than 6 months.
Remains valid even after the visa holder remains outside the UAE for more than 6 months.
Categories for UAE Golden Visa*
Real Estate Investors
Eligibility Requirements**:
1). Own one or more properties worth a total of at least 2 Million Dirhams. As a proof of the ownership, a letter must be obtained from the land department of the relevant Emirate.
2). At least 6 months of remaining validity on the passport
Document Requirements**:
1). Title Deed with the property value
2). Passport copy
3). Digital photograph
4). Health insurance policy5).
5). Home-country national ID (may be required for countries like Iraq and Afghanistan)
6). Copy of an old Emirates ID (if applicable)
7). Statement of account from the developer (if property is developer-mortgaged)
8). MOFA attested marriage certificate with Arabic translation (applicable for properties jointly owned by couples)
9). No Objection Certificate from the bank mentioning the paid and outstanding amount (required for bank-mortgaged properties)
Entrepreneurs
Eligibility Requirements**:
1). Your business project must showcase a technical or futuristic nature, and this must be verified by the relevant authorities in your Emirate. Moreover, the value of your venture must be at least AED 5,00,000.
2). An approval letter must be sought from each of the following:
a). An auditor stating that the business is worth at least AED 500,000.
b). The relevant authorities conforming to the technical or futuristic nature of the business.
c). A recognized business incubator to set up the business activity in the Emirate.
Document Requirements**:
1). Copy of the passport
2). Copy of health insurance policy
3). Copy of medical test result
4). Colored photograph
5). Copy of UAE entry permit
Managers and Executives
Eligibility Requirements**:
1). A designation of a General Manager, Director, CEO, or other senior-level position
2). Experience of at least 5 to 10 years as a senior-level executive
3). A salary of at least AED 30,000
Document Requirements**:
1). Offer letter with a salary of at least AED 30,000
2). Bank statements from the last 6 months
3). Equivalency certificate
4). Educational certificates
5). NOC from the employer
6). Work contract copy
7). Photograph
8). Copy of Emirates ID
9). Salary certificate
10). Work experience certificate
Other Categories*
Doctors
Athletes
Scientists
Students
Inventors
Frontline Heroes
*Please note that the list is not exhaustive.
**Please note that the requirements may vary on a case-to case basis and across Emirates.
UAE Golden Visa Price
The cost of a UAE Golden Visa includes the residency fee, ID fee, and fee for the medical test. Contact us to know more details about the price for a 5-year and 10-year Golden Visa.