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.
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.
Property (or a portfolio) worth at least AED 2,000,000. It can be freehold or off-plan from an approved developer.
No. There is no strict residency requirement; one entry every six months is enough in practice to keep it.
Sources: ICP / GDRFA Dubai · Updated 2026-06-23