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UAE Golden Visa
Your gateway to long term UAE residency
UAE Golden Visa Guide
The UAE’s Golden Visa program offers long-term residency to investors, entrepreneurs, executives, and specialised professionals looking to establish a lasting presence in one of the world’s most dynamic economies.
Our 2025 edition of the UAE Golden Visa Guide explains everything you need to know about qualifying, applying, and maintaining your visa, helping you make informed decisions about your investment and residency options.
What’s Inside?
- Overview of the UAE Golden Visa - Understand the key objectives behind the program and why it’s become one of the most attractive residency options globally.
- Investment Pathways Explained - Learn about eligibility through property ownership, business investment, or contribution to UAE-accredited funds.
- Requirements by Category - Clear, concise breakdowns for investors, entrepreneurs, executive directors, and specialised talents.
- Visa Benefits - Explore the advantages of long-term residency, family sponsorship, and business flexibility.
- Step-by-Step Application Guidance - Know exactly what documents are needed and how to navigate the approval process efficiently.
Why Download This Guide?
Because family wealth deserves more than passive planning. A FIC gives you flexibility, tax control, and a clear path to multigenerational wealth transfer—especially when combined with proper corporate and pension structures.
Who Is This Guide For?
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The UAE Golden Visa Guide is designed for individuals and families considering a long-term presence in the Emirates, whether for investment, business, or lifestyle reasons.
It’s particularly valuable for:
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Investors seeking permanent residency through property ownership or capital investment.
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Entrepreneurs and business owners looking to establish or expand ventures in a stable, high-growth environment.
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Senior executives and professionals who want to secure long-term residency while continuing to lead or manage UAE-based operations.
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Specialised talent in fields such as technology, science, medicine, and the arts, who qualify for residency based on their expertise and contribution.
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Globally mobile families who value safety, education, and access to world-class amenities.
Whether you’re evaluating your first UAE investment or planning a strategic relocation, this guide will help you understand your options and the practical steps to obtain long-term residency.
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FAQs
The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residency program for investors, entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals who contribute to the country’s growth. It allows holders to live, work, and study in the UAE without the need for a national sponsor.
Depending on the category and eligibility, Golden Visas are issued for five or 10 years and are renewable as long as the qualifying conditions continue to be met.
Yes!
Golden Visa holders can sponsor spouses, children, and parents, and family members can remain in the UAE for the full duration of the visa, even if the primary sponsor passes away.
No. Property investment is one route, but applicants can also qualify through business ownership, executive roles, or specialised talent in fields such as science, technology, and the arts.
Yes. Golden Visa holders are allowed to stay outside the UAE for more than six months without losing their residency status, unlike most standard UAE visas.
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