What Is the UAE Golden Visa?

The Golden Visa is a long-term residence visa that allows eligible foreign nationals and their families to
live, work, study, and invest in the UAE without needing a local sponsor. It can be valid for 5 or 10 years and is renewable.

Key Features

  • Long residency: Typically 5 or 10 years depending on category.

  • No local sponsor required: You don’t need an employer or family sponsor.

  • Family inclusion: You can sponsor your spouse and children on the same visa duration.

  • Stay flexibility: You can stay outside the UAE for more than 6 months without losing your visa.

  • Work and invest freely: You can work, change jobs, start a business, or study in the UAE.

📌 Who Can Apply? (Main Categories)

The exact eligibility varies by category, but these are the main groups that typically qualify:

🏦 Investors

  • Individuals investing in real estate ≥ AED 2 million (≈ $545,000) or

  • Investment in certain business capital or projects.