UAE Residence Visa

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, be of good character with no criminal record, hold valid medical insurance, and make a qualifying real estate investment of at least AED 2 million in one emirate. The property must be held for the entire duration of the residence permit. Most nationalities are eligible, though certain nationalities may face restrictions or receive a shorter visa duration.

The minimum qualifying investment is AED 2 million (approximately USD 550,000). Investors may purchase one or more properties within the same emirate, provided the combined value reaches this threshold. The property must be within an approved real estate project and held for the full duration of the visa.

Yes. The combined value of multiple properties located within the same emirate can count towards the AED 2 million minimum investment requirement. Each property must be part of an approved real estate project.

Yes. A mortgaged property can qualify provided the combined value of the down payment and outstanding mortgage totals at least AED 2 million. A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the financing bank is required as part of the application.

Yes. Rental income from the qualifying property is permitted and does not affect the validity of the residence visa. Investors commonly use rental returns to offset holding costs, provided tenancy contracts comply with UAE visa regulations.

No. The UAE Real Estate Investor Visa carries no minimum physical residency requirement. Holders can reside abroad indefinitely and still renew their visa, provided the qualifying property is retained and renewal conditions are met.

Yes. Golden Visa holders can sponsor their spouse, unmarried children under 21, parents, and domestic helpers. Each family member is processed as a separate file and must meet standard UAE health and documentation requirements.

If the qualifying property is sold without an equivalent replacement, the Golden Visa will be cancelled. To maintain residency, the investor must transfer the qualifying investment to another property worth at least AED 2 million before completing the sale. Careful timing of the property transfer is essential to avoid a gap in visa status.

Initial approval typically takes 3 to 4 working days after application submission. Full visa issuance, including the medical check-up, biometric data collection, Emirates ID, and freelance work permit, is completed within 4 to 6 months. Applicants must visit the UAE in person to complete the medical and biometric steps.

Yes. Golden Visa holders have the right to establish a mainland or free zone company in the UAE with 100% foreign ownership, without requiring a local sponsor. This makes the visa particularly attractive for entrepreneurs and investors seeking to operate a business alongside their property investment.