Golden Visa & investor routes
UAE Golden Visa for Investors
A 10-year Golden visa for public-investment and investment-fund investors who meet the qualifying investment thresholds.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Investment thresholds (AED 10 million, AED 2 million, AED 250,000) are quoted from u.ae; these are periodically revised, so verify the current qualifying amounts and conditions on the official portal.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official United Arab Emirates government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Golden visa - investors
- Route type
- 10-year investor residence visa
- Public investment
- Total investment of at least AED 10 million
- At least 60% must be outside real estate, funds not loaned, retained for at least 3 years.
- Investment fund route
- AED 2 million deposit in an accredited fund (or qualifying licence/capital, or AED 250,000 annual tax)
Who it is for
- Public-investment investors meeting the total investment threshold
- Investors in accredited UAE investment funds
- Holders of a qualifying commercial or industrial licence with the required capital
Requirements
- Public investment of at least AED 10 million with at least 60% outside real estate
- Invested funds must not be loaned and must be retained for at least three years
- Fund route: a letter confirming an AED 2 million deposit, or a valid licence and memorandum showing capital of at least AED 2 million, or a Federal Tax Authority letter confirming at least AED 250,000 paid annually
What you can do
- Reside in the UAE for 10 years, renewable, without a sponsor
- Sponsor family members
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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