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UAE Golden Visa

10-year tax-free residence in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.

Minimum investment
AED 2M
Passport visa waiver (on citizenship)
188
Processing
1–2 months
Visit / stay
No minimum stay

Buy online · 2026

UAE Property Golden Visa

Buy a Luxury property United Arab Emirates for AED 2M to become a Golden visa holder.

  1. ReserveUS$500 online
  2. Pre-eligibilityDue diligence screening
  3. Submit & investPaid to the government
  4. Residence permit1–2 months

Investment options · Frequently asked questions

Overview

The UAE Golden Visa is a 10-year renewable residence visa for investors who hold at least AED 2 million in UAE real estate (including approved off-plan property), in an approved investment fund, or in company capital. Holders live, work and do business in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or any emirate, with no personal income tax.

Approvals typically take 1–2 months, and unlike ordinary UAE residence visas, the Golden Visa remains valid however long you stay abroad.

Key benefits

  1. 10-year renewable residence visa
  2. No personal income tax
  3. Visa stays valid even if you spend more than six months outside the UAE
  4. Sponsor your spouse, children and parents
  5. Sponsor domestic staff
  6. Qualify with property, including off-plan units from approved developers
  7. Fast approval: typically 1–2 months
  8. Family members can remain until their permits expire if the main holder dies
  9. 100% foreign ownership of mainland companies
  10. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are global aviation hubs connecting you to the world
  11. Among the world's safest and most cosmopolitan cities

Investment options

Real estate

One or more properties; off-plan with approved developers accepted.

AED 2M

Public investment / fund deposit

Approved UAE investment fund.

AED 2M

Company capital

Or a company paying at least AED 250,000 a year in tax.

AED 2M

Family & requirements

Who can be included
Spouse, children and parents
Visit or residence
No minimum stay
Processing time
1–2 months
  • No personal income tax
  • Visa stays valid with long stays abroad
  • Sponsor domestic staff

United Arab Emirates passport: travel access

188destinations without a visa in advance

Visa waiver, visa on arrival or electronic travel authorisation (eTA), per the Henley Passport Index. eVisas are not counted.

  • Schengen Area – no visa in advance
  • United Kingdom – no visa in advance
  • Ireland – no visa in advance
  • Canada – no visa in advance
  • United States – visa required
  • Singapore – no visa in advance
  • Japan – no visa in advance
  • South Korea – no visa in advance
  • Brazil – no visa in advance
  • Russia – no visa in advance
  • China – no visa in advance
  • Switzerland – no visa in advance
  • Australia – visa required
  • New Zealand – no visa in advance
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Count: Henley Passport Index, updated 12 Oct 2026 (227 destinations incl. territories). Country list: Wikipedia – Visa requirements for Emirati citizens (sovereign countries only). Always confirm entry rules with the destination before travel.

How Citizenship Shop helps

Add the program to your cart or click Buy now to reserve it for US$500. Create your client account and complete the pre-eligibility questions at checkout. A senior advisor then reviews your profile within one business day, confirms the best investment route and the exact government fees for your family, and prepares your application with a licensed local agent.

UAE Golden Visa: FAQ

How much does the UAE Golden Visa cost?

The minimum investment is AED 2M. Available options: Real estate (AED 2M); Public investment / fund deposit (AED 2M); Company capital (AED 2M). The investment is paid directly to the government or approved project, never to us.

How long does the UAE Golden Visa take?

Processing typically takes 1–2 months from submission of a complete application. Your advisor gives you a personal timeline after the pre-eligibility review.

Can I include my family in the application?

Family members who can be included: Spouse, children and parents. Your advisor checks each dependant’s eligibility before you apply.

Do I need to visit or live in United Arab Emirates?

No minimum stay. Rules change from time to time, so your advisor confirms the current requirement in writing.

How do I apply for the UAE Golden Visa?

Reserve the program online with a US$500 payment, create your account and complete the pre-eligibility form. An advisor is assigned within one business day, runs due diligence screening and prepares your application. The reservation is credited against professional fees.

Official source

Prices and rules on this page were verified on 28 September 2026 against: UAE Government portal (u.ae) / ICP.

Governments revise fees and thresholds without notice. Your advisor confirms the exact figures in writing before any investment is made.

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