Golden Visa Eligibility Checker
Answer a few questions to find out which UAE Golden Visa category you may qualify for, estimated costs, and application timeline.
What is your primary goal?
Select the category that best describes your situation.
What is your property investment amount?
Total value of property you own or plan to purchase in the UAE.
What is your annual business revenue?
Revenue of your existing or planned business in the UAE.
What is your monthly salary?
Your current or offered salary in the UAE (AED/month).
Do you have any special qualifications?
Some qualifications fast-track eligibility.
Your Eligibility Results
Based on your answers, here are the visa categories you may qualify for.
No direct match found
You may still qualify through other routes. Contact us for a detailed assessment.
Key Requirements:
Estimated Visa Costs
Per person. Family sponsorship adds AED 3,500-5,000 per dependent.
Typical Timeline
Document Preparation
1-2 weeks — gather required documents, attestation, translations
Application Submission
1-3 days — submit online via ICA or GDRFA portal
Processing & Approval
1-3 weeks — medical test, Emirates ID biometrics
Visa Stamped
Total: typically 2-4 weeks from submission
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This tool provides general guidance only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Eligibility criteria are based on publicly available UAE government regulations as of 2026 and may change. Consult a licensed immigration consultant for a definitive assessment of your case.
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Step-by-step Golden Visa guide — required documents, fees, processing times, and renewal.
Understanding the UAE Golden Visa
The UAE Golden Visa system, introduced in 2019 and significantly expanded in 2022, offers long-term residency to investors, entrepreneurs, skilled professionals, outstanding students, and humanitarian pioneers. Unlike standard work visas, the Golden Visa is not tied to a specific employer and allows holders to remain in the UAE indefinitely through automatic renewal.
For property investors, the key threshold is AED 2 million in real estate. This can be split across multiple properties, and mortgaged properties qualify as long as the equity paid meets the minimum. Property ownership is verified through the Dubai Land Department. This makes Dubai real estate an attractive pathway to residency. For a deeper dive, read our complete Golden Visa guide.
For professionals, the requirements focus on salary (minimum AED 30,000/month) or specialized expertise in fields like science, medicine, engineering, and technology. Holders of advanced degrees (PhD, Masters from top universities) may also qualify regardless of salary.
If you're planning to invest in Dubai real estate, the Golden Visa provides a powerful incentive — combining investment returns with permanent residency in a tax-free environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residence visa (5 or 10 years) that allows foreigners to live, work, and study in the UAE without a national sponsor. It is automatically renewable and grants holders the ability to sponsor family members.
The minimum property investment is AED 2 million. The property must be completed (not off-plan), and can include multiple properties as long as the total value meets the threshold. Mortgaged properties qualify as long as at least AED 2 million in equity has been paid.
The application typically takes 2-4 weeks from submission to approval, assuming all documents are in order. The process involves a medical fitness test, Emirates ID registration, and visa stamping.
Yes, Golden Visa holders can sponsor their spouse, children (regardless of age), and domestic helpers. Each sponsored family member receives the same visa duration as the primary holder. Additional fees apply per sponsored individual.
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