UAE Golden Visa Through Property Investment

The Golden Visa is a long-term UAE residence visa that does not need an employer or sponsor. Property investors are one of the main categories.

The requirement

You qualify by owning property in the UAE worth at least AED 2 million. The value can be a single property or several added together.

What counts

• Ready property with a title deed in your name.
• Off-plan property from approved developers, valued at AED 2 million or more.
• Mortgaged property — the rules were relaxed so that a mortgage no longer disqualifies you; a letter from the bank is required.
• Jointly owned property, where your own share is worth AED 2 million or more. Spouses who own together can usually apply on the combined value.

What you get

• Residence for 10 years, renewable while you still own the property.
• The right to sponsor your spouse, children and, in many cases, parents.
• No requirement to visit the UAE every six months to keep the visa valid.
• The freedom to live, work and study in the UAE.

The smaller property visa

Owners of property worth at least AED 750,000 can apply for a two-year renewable investor residence visa. It is a useful step for buyers below the Golden Visa threshold.

How to apply in Dubai

1. Obtain the title deed (or the Oqood certificate for off-plan) showing the value.
2. Apply through the Dubai Land Department’s investor services or the federal identity authority, with your passport, photograph and health insurance.
3. Complete the medical test and biometrics for your Emirates ID.
4. Receive the visa — the process usually takes a few weeks.

Points to watch

• The value is taken from the title deed or the DLD’s valuation, not from the asking price.
• If you sell the property, the visa can be cancelled.
• Requirements have been updated several times — always check the current rules before buying specifically for the visa.

Browse properties from AED 2 million and off-plan projects, or read about buying as a non-resident.

Fees and rules change. Confirm current figures with the Dubai Land Department (DLD), your bank or your advisor before you commit — this guide is general information, not legal or financial advice.