Golden Visa

The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residency program designed to attract investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, and outstanding individuals. It allows holders and their families to live, work, and study in the UAE without a local sponsor. The visa is renewable and has no minimum stay requirement. It covers multiple categories, including real estate investors, business investors, scientists, doctors, engineers, artists, and outstanding students. Applicants must meet specific conditions, such as investing in qualifying assets, holding certain professional qualifications, or being recognized by government entities. The Golden Visa provides stable long-term status and lifestyle benefits similar to residents. Specific criteria are subject to the latest official announcements.

• For real estate investors: purchase property meeting government minimum value.
• For business investors: establish or invest in a UAE business with specific capital requirements.
• For professionals: hold recognized higher education degrees, professional qualifications, or outstanding achievements, with recommendation or approval from relevant government departments.
• For scientists, doctors, engineers, etc.: provide professional certifications and employer support.
• For outstanding students: demonstrate exceptional academic or research performance.
• All applicants must pass background checks, have no criminal record, hold a valid passport, and have health insurance.
• Specific criteria are subject to the latest official announcements.

1. Determine the application category and assess eligibility.
2. Prepare required documents, including identity proof, investment proof, professional qualifications, etc.
3. Submit application through the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) or relevant free zone/economic development authority.
4. Pay application fees and wait for review.
5. Upon approval, receive the Golden Visa approval letter.
6. Complete biometric procedures (medical exam, fingerprinting).
7. Collect the Golden Visa physical card.

• Consult a professional immigration advisor or lawyer to ensure complete and accurate documentation.
• Investment applicants should confirm that the investment meets the latest government requirements to avoid policy changes.
• Professionals are advised to seek recommendations from relevant government bodies (e.g., UAE Scientists Council, Ministry of Health) to increase success chances.
• Note visa renewal conditions and maintain investment or employment status.
• All documents must be translated into Arabic or English and notarized/attested.