Residency by investment
UAE Golden Visa
Your Pathway to the UAE
The UAE residency programme provides a direct route to long-term residency for investors, entrepreneurs, and individuals with specialised talents.
VISA-FREE COUNTRIES
Investment
Minimum investment of AED 2 million
(approximately USD 545,000)
Key benefit
The right to live in any of the seven emirates of the UAE
KEY BENEFITS
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UAE Residency
Duration of Residency
The UAE Golden Visa offers long-term residency ranging from 5 to 10 years, depending on the applicant's eligibility and investment amount.
The visa is renewable and offers stability and security for you and your family.
Eligible Applicants
Investors, entrepreneurs, highly skilled professionals, specialized talents, researchers, and students in the UAE are eligible to apply for the Golden Visa.
Family members (spouse, children, parents) can be included in the visa application, ensuring that the whole family enjoys the benefits of residency.
No Minimum Stay Requirement
Unlike some other residency programs, the UAE Golden Visa does not require holders to stay in the UAE for a minimum number of days each year to retain the visa.
Tax-fee income
The UAE does not impose personal income taxes, capital gains taxes, or inheritance taxes. This makes it an attractive location for business owners, investors, and highly skilled professionals who benefit from a tax-free environment.
Access to High-Quality Healthcare
Golden Visa holders have access to the UAE’s high-quality healthcare system, which includes advanced medical facilities and treatment options.
Educational Benefits
Children of Golden Visa holders can enrol in the UAE’s world-class schools and universities, which are internationally recognized. Many of these institutions are ranked highly in global education rankings.
Global Connectivity
The UAE serves as a global business and travel hub, with direct flights to most major cities across the world.
Property Ownership
Immerse yourself in a diverse culture that harmoniously blends tradition with modernity, offering unique experiences.
Swift Residency Approval
Obtain your residency promptly, with approvals possible within approximately 60 days.
Vast Business Prospects
Engage in a dynamic market renowned for innovation and entrepreneurship within a global business hub.
Flexible Investment Opportunities
Choose from investment options starting at $545,000, offering both flexibility and potential for substantial returns.
Favourable Tax Environment
No personal tax and a corporate tax rate of just 9% ji jagah "Enjoy 100% tax-free personal income, while businesses pay only a corporate tax of 9%"
Family Inclusion
Extend residency privileges to your spouse and unmarried children without the need for additional investment.
Security and Stability
Reside in one of the world's safest nations, characterised by political stability.
Exceptional Quality of Life
Access world-class healthcare, education, and
lifestyle amenities
Cultural Richness
Immerse yourself in a diverse culture that harmoniously blends tradition with modernity, offering unique experiences.
Eligibility Criteria for UEA Golden Visa
The Golden Visa can be obtained through several investment routes, with the following as some of the primary options:
1. Real Estate Investment:
- Minimum Investment: AED 2 million (approximately USD 545,000).
- Minimum Holding Period: The real estate should typically be held for a minimum of 3 years to maintain eligibility for the visa.
- Ownership: The applicant must own the property in their name, and the property must be fully paid for.
2. Business and Economic Investment:
- Minimum Investment: AED 10 million (approximately USD 2.7 million) in business or financial activities.
- Business Ventures: Establishing or investing in a business that contributes to the UAE economy.
Required Documents
- Valid Passport: A passport with at least 6 months of validity.
- Proof of Investment: Documentation showing proof of your investment such as the sale contract or property registration documents showing the €500,000 (or €400,000 in low-density areas) real estate purchase or investment.
- Other Investments: If your investment is in a business or venture capital fund, you must provide evidence of the investment, such as contracts, proof of payment, and documents related to the project or fund.
- Proof of Income: Documentation showing you have sufficient funds for the investment and that the money was obtained legally. This could include:
- Bank Statements: Recent bank statements showing the transfer of funds.
- Financial documents: Evidence of legal income to make the investment.
- Criminal Background Check: A criminal record certificate from your home country and any country where you have resided for more than a year in the past 5 years. This document proves that you have no serious criminal convictions.
- Proof of Family Relationship: For family members (spouse, children, parents), you may need to provide additional proof of the relationship, such as:
- Birth certificatesfor children (for any children under 21 years old who are included in the application).
- Marriage certificates(If you are applying with a spouse, you will need to provide a marriage certificate).
- Proof of dependencyfor parents (e.g., financial support evidence for dependent parents).
Programme Overview: RC by Invest's Guide
Processing time:
Typically 2 to 3 months from application to visa issuance
Visa-free travel:
Facilitated entry into over 30 countries
Investment Types:
Options include real estate and public investments
Investment Cost:
Starting from $545,000
Family Dependents:
Includes spouse and children of any age
INVESTMENT OPTIONS & COSTS
Explore Investment Opportunities
for UAE Residency
Real Estate Investment
Minimum Investment: $545,000
Details: Secure a 10-year renewable Golden Visa by investing in premium UAE properties.
Public Investments
Minimum Investment: $545,000 Details: Obtain residency through significant public investment channels approved by the UAE government.
Government Fees and Additional Costs
Please note that additional fees, including due diligence, processing, and administrative costs, apply to all investment options. For detailed information, please contact us.
TIMELINE
Application process
FAQs
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Investors must invest at least AED 2 million in UAE real estate or approved public investment channels to qualify.
Yes, investing at least AED 2 million in UAE real estate qualifies you for a 10-year renewable Golden Visa.
Investments in UAE-approved funds, businesses, or bank deposits of at least AED 2 million qualify for residency.
Yes, but you must have paid at least AED 2 million of the property’s value.
Yes, the Golden Visa allows you to sponsor your spouse, children of any age, and domestic staff.
Yes, the 10-year Golden Visa is renewable as long as you maintain the qualifying investment.
