The 10-Year Golden Visa for Property Investors
Property investors can apply for the 10-year, renewable UAE Golden Visa when their property investment is worth at least AED 2 million. This can be a single property or several properties that together reach this value.
Which Properties Qualify?
- Ready properties: Completed homes count towards the AED 2 million threshold.
- Off-plan properties: Off-plan purchases can also qualify.
- Mortgaged properties: These may qualify, subject to conditions set by the authorities.
Key Benefits
- Long-term residency: Ten years, renewable.
- No sponsor needed: No local sponsor or employer is required.
- Flexibility: No minimum stay requirement in the UAE to keep the visa valid.
- Family: Holders can sponsor their spouse, children and a limited number of domestic staff.
The 2-Year Property Investor Visa
If your investment is below the Golden Visa threshold, Dubai also offers a 2-year property investor residence visa. Under updated rules reported in 2026, sole owners no longer need to meet a minimum property value, while joint owners need at least AED 400,000 per investor.
How to Apply
Applications are made through the official UAE and Dubai government channels once your property is registered in your name. Requirements and fees can change, so check the latest rules with the Dubai Land Department and the residency authorities before you buy.
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This article is general information, not legal or immigration advice. Visa rules are set by the UAE authorities and may change.
