Long-Term Certainty in the Emirates
The UAE 10-year Golden Visa provides self-sponsored permanent-like residence for global investors, business owners, and senior executives. Unlike standard 2-year employment visas, Golden Visa holders can stay outside the UAE indefinitely without invalidating their residency status.
Primary Routes to the Golden Visa
Founders and executives can qualify through three main categories:
- Real Estate Investment: Purchasing UAE property with a combined purchase value of at least AED 2,000,000 (including mortgaged properties with local bank approvals).
- Public Investments & Entrepreneurship: Founding a UAE company with paid-up capital of AED 2,000,000 or owning a qualifying commercial venture.
- Executive Leadership: C-level executives and managing directors holding an attested bachelor's degree and an active UAE employment contract with a monthly salary of at least AED 30,000.
Benefits for Families and Estates
Golden Visa holders can sponsor their spouses, children of any age, and domestic staff with full renewable tenure. Crucially, in the event of the primary holder's passing, family members retain their residency status until expiration.
