UAE Golden Visa
The UAE Golden Visa is a transformative long-term residence program, offering a visa for five or ten years that renews automatically upon meeting the conditions. This prestigious visa is the UAE’s invitation to the world’s exceptional talent, including investors, entrepreneurs, and highly skilled professionals, allowing them and their families to live, work, and study in the Emirates with unparalleled stability. It effectively eliminates the traditional need for a national sponsor and grants significantly greater freedom and flexibility, ensuring that the best and brightest can seamlessly integrate into the nation’s dynamic economy and high-quality lifestyle, solidifying the UAE’s position as a global hub for innovation and business.
Investment Routes
Real Estate
Real Estate Investment: Minimum AED 2,000,000 in one or multiple properties
Company Formation
Company Formation: Minimum AED 2,000,000
Applicants are required to choose the best suitable option from the above.
Perks of UAE Golden Visa
Who is Eligible?
- Must hold a passport that is valid for at least six months.
- Must pass a medical fitness examination conducted in the UAE.
- Applicant and dependents must have a clean police and security record.
- Must provide comprehensive health insurance for the applicant and all sponsored dependents.
- Educational degrees and professional certifications must be officially attested by the UAE Ministry of Education or relevant authorities.
- Must provide certified and validated documents proving the qualifying investment, capital, or minimum salary.
- Must hold a job classified as Level 1 or Level 2 under the UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
Application Process
FAQs
What is the difference between Citizenship by Investment & Residency by Investment?
CBI provides immediate, direct citizenship and a second passport without a mandatory physical stay or travel requirement. RBI grants legal residency rights, often requiring a minimal stay, and may offer a pathway to eventual citizenship after five to seven years.
Which immigration path is right for me, Skilled Migration, Business, or Investment?
The right path depends on your goals. Skilled Migration focuses on your professional background and country’s needs. Business/Investment is for those with capital, looking to invest funds or establish a business and impact in a new country.
Do you offer Study Consultancy and guide students for a post-degree settlement too?
Yes, our Study Abroad service includes guidance on selecting programs and countries that offer clear post-graduation work permit options, setting you up for a future Skilled Immigration application.
How long does the entire immigration or investment process normally take?
Processing timele vary significantly by program you choose CBI programs can take as little as 3–6 months. Residency and Skilled Migration can take from 6 months to 2+ years, depending on the country’s government processing times and application complexity.
Can I include my family members in my application?
Yes, the majority of Citizenship, Residency, and Skilled Immigration programs allow the inclusion of immediate family members, such as a spouse and dependent children, often for an additional fee per person. But process can vary from country to country as per their government policies.