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United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

LocationWestern Asia • UTC+4 • Asia/Dubai
Monthly Cost
$1,896
-13% vs USA
Internet
786 Mbps
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Golden Visa

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The UAE Golden Visa offers long-term residency to investors, entrepreneurs, and specialized talents. It provides a 5 or 10-year residency option.

Min. Investment

AED 2 million

Real estate or business

Min. Investment

Processing

2–3 Months

Average Time

Processing

Validity

5–10 Years

Initial / Renewable

Validity

Citizenship

Not Available

No direct path

Citizenship
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Eligibility & Required Docs

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkInvestment in UAE real estate or business
  • CheckmarkProof of funds
  • CheckmarkClean criminal record
  • CheckmarkHealth insurance

Required Documents

  • CheckmarkProof of investment
  • CheckmarkBank statements
  • CheckmarkHealth insurance policy
  • CheckmarkPassport copy
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Residency Rules

Taxation

Golden Visa holders are not subject to personal income tax in the UAE.

Physical Presence

Must maintain investment and residency status to renew the visa.

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Advantages

  • Long-term residency
  • No personal income tax
  • Access to UAE's business environment
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Disadvantages

  • High investment requirement
  • No direct path to citizenship
  • Complex application process

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