Middle East · Residence

United Arab Emirates

Ten-year residence with no personal income tax.

Investment from: AED 2,000,000
Timeline: 2–4 months
Visa-free access: 180

Overview

The UAE Golden Visa gives a renewable ten-year residence permit against property worth at least AED 2 million, or through a qualifying company, fund, or specialist track. Holders can sponsor their family and staff, and there is no personal income tax.

Key benefits

Ten-year residence, renewable, with no local sponsor required
Sponsorship of spouse, children of any age, parents, and domestic staff
No personal income tax and no requirement to file locally
Status is retained even after six months outside the country

Requirements

Qualifying property, company, or fund investment maintained
Medical examination and Emirates ID registration
UAE health insurance
Clean criminal record

Frequently asked

Does this lead to citizenship?

No. Emirati citizenship is granted only by nomination in exceptional cases. The Golden Visa is a residence status.

Can the property be mortgaged?

Yes, subject to bank conditions, provided the qualifying value threshold is met.