Golden Visa — Real-Estate Investor
investor · United Arab Emirates
10-year Golden Residency for foreigners owning UAE real estate with a total purchase value of at least AED 2,000,000 (recorded on title deed; DLD valuation). Mortgage-financed and off-plan units from approved developers qualify; the minimum upfront-payment rule was removed in February 2026. Multiple properties may be combined; spouses may combine shares; unrelated co-owners must each individually hold AED 2,000,000. A DLD 'To Whom It May Concern' (Golden Certificate) is required. Self-sponsored; family sponsorship allowed.
- Minimum stay / validity
- 10 yrs renewable
- Processing time
- Varies
- Official source
- https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/residence-visas/golden-visa
- Last verified
- May 2026
Requirements & criteria
- [Mandatory] Property value ≥ AED 2,000,000
- [Mandatory] No criminal record