UAE Golden Visa 2026

The minimum investment is USD 545,000, though the exact figure depends on which qualifying route you choose. Routes include: AED 2,000,000+ in public investment funds or a company; AED 2,000,000+ real estate (up to 2 properties combined); Outstanding talent, specialists, and top students may qualify without an investment requirement.

Processing typically takes 1-3 months from a complete application with confirmed investment. Delays are most commonly caused by incomplete investment documentation or a backlog in biometrics scheduling — engage a local lawyer to keep the file moving.

No minimum stay requirement — a rarity among golden visa programs. This is a defining feature of golden visa programs — the legal basis for residency is the investment, not day-to-day presence, which is why requirements are far lighter than standard immigration visas.

No — this is a residency-only program. There is no citizenship pathway directly tied to the investment route described here.

Most golden visa programs, including UAE's, allow the primary investor to include a spouse and dependent children under the same application for an additional per-dependent fee. Check the official source for the current family-inclusion rules and any age limits on dependent children.

This depends entirely on the route chosen. Real estate and fund/bond investments can generally be sold or exited after the required minimum holding period (subject to market risk), while direct government contribution fees are typically non-refundable. Verify the specific refundability terms for your chosen route at https://icp.gov.ae/ before committing funds.

Standard requirements include: a valid passport, proof of the qualifying investment (bank transfer records, property deed, or fund subscription), a clean criminal record certificate (apostilled), comprehensive health insurance, proof of accommodation, and completed application forms. Requirements can change — always confirm the current list at https://icp.gov.ae/.