# Golden Visa

> The Golden Visa is a long-term UAE residence permit (5 or 10 years, renewable) granted notably to real-estate investors who own property worth at least AED 2,000,000.

**Source canonique** : https://withlevel8.com/en/glossaire/golden-visa
**Locale** : en
**Catégorie** : visa
**Mis à jour** : 2026-06-23

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The **Golden Visa** removes the need for a local sponsor and lets you sponsor your spouse, children and domestic staff. On the real-estate track, the usual threshold is **AED 2,000,000** of property value (one or several properties; off-plan eligible with approved developers under conditions).

The visa is digital (Emirates ID) and, unlike other schemes, has no strict minimum-stay: a single entry every six months is enough in practice to keep it active. It unlocks resident bank accounts, a local driving licence and school enrolment.

## FAQ

### What amount qualifies for the property Golden Visa?

Property (or a portfolio) worth at least AED 2,000,000. It can be freehold or off-plan from an approved developer.

### Does the Golden Visa require living in Dubai?

No. There is no strict residency requirement; one entry every six months is enough in practice to keep it.

## Termes liés

- [Freehold](https://withlevel8.com/en/glossaire/freehold)
- [Off-plan](https://withlevel8.com/en/glossaire/off-plan)
- [France–UAE tax treaty](https://withlevel8.com/en/glossaire/convention-fiscale-france-uae)

## Sources

- ICP / GDRFA Dubai : https://icp.gov.ae