UAE Golden Visa
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A UAE Golden Visa is a 10-year, renewable residency you hold without an employer — self-sponsored, family-inclusive, and issued through a property, investment, salary, or talent route. Legarithm runs it end to end: an honest eligibility check, the right route, document attestation, the ICP/GDRFA application, medical and Emirates ID, and your family’s files — so you are approved, not just submitted. Planning to invest or base a business here too? Pair it with a UAE free zone company or an offshore company, and add a tax residency certificate once your residency is live.
Why apply for your Golden Visa with Legarithm
Most UAE Golden Visa problems are avoidable: the wrong route, an undervalued property, an unattested degree, or a family file that lags the main applicant and has to be redone. A rejection or a re-submission costs weeks, and sometimes the fee twice.
We start with an honest eligibility check — if a route does not fit, we say so — then build the strongest single application: the right category, correctly valued and attested evidence, and the family files moving in parallel with yours. You work with a licensed team that files through ICP and GDRFA every week, knows what each authority actually asks for, and stays your single point of contact from the eligibility call to the Emirates ID in your hand.
Key benefits of the UAE Golden Visa
These are the outcomes UAE Golden Visa applicants actually want.
Who the UAE Golden Visa is for
The UAE Golden Visa is for people who want long-term UAE residency without tying it to a job.
Property investors
Owners of UAE real estate worth AED 2 million or more — mortgaged property now qualifies.
Investors & depositors
Holders of an AED 2 million fixed deposit or an equivalent qualifying investment.
Senior professionals
Employees with an attested degree and a basic salary of AED 30,000+ a month.
Entrepreneurs & business owners
Founders with AED 2 million in company capital or an approved UAE project.
Specialized talents
Scientists, doctors, creatives, and athletes nominated for their field.
Outstanding students & graduates
Top students and graduates from ranked universities.
What the UAE Golden Visa service includes
Every UAE Golden Visa application we run is handled as a complete file — yours and your family’s — not just a form.
Eligibility assessment
An honest check of every route you could qualify under, before you pay.
Route selection & strategy
The strongest single category for your profile and goals.
Document prep & attestation
Valuations, degree attestation, and evidence packaged to standard.
Application filing
Submission and follow-up through ICP / GDRFA.
Medical & Emirates ID
We coordinate the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics.
Family sponsorship
Spouse, children, and domestic staff filed alongside yours.
Status & renewals
Reminders and support to keep the visa in good standing.
Aftercare
Bank account, Emirates ID renewal, and tax-residency next steps.
Not sure which route you qualify under?
Get a consultation — a 30-minute call maps your eligibility, cost, and timeline.
UAE Golden Visa routes compared
The right UAE Golden Visa depends on your route — here is how property, investment, salary, and talent compare.
| Route | Property | Investment / deposit | Salary | Talent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Threshold | Property from AED 2,000,000 | AED 2,000,000 deposit / investment | Salary AED 30,000+/month | Government nomination |
| Duration | 10 years, renewable | 10 years, renewable | 10 years, renewable | 10 years, renewable |
| Sponsor an employer? | No — self-sponsored | No — self-sponsored | No — self-sponsored | No — self-sponsored |
| Family included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | Real-estate buyers (most popular) | Investors & depositors | Senior professionals | Scientists, doctors, creatives, athletes |
Mortgaged property can qualify at the AED 2M valuation. Buying property through a holding company? Confirm the ownership route with us first — it affects eligibility.
Get your UAE Golden Visa the right way
One consultation tells you the route you qualify under, the total cost, and the timeline.
What we need from you
Your application starts the moment we have your ID, route evidence, and family documents.
- Valid passport copy and a passport photo
- Current UAE visa or entry stamp, if any
- Emirates ID, if you already hold one
- CV or professional profile
- Proof of address
How the UAE Golden Visa application works
Applying for a UAE Golden Visa with Legarithm is a five-step process most clients complete in two to three weeks.
How much the UAE Golden Visa costs
A UAE Golden Visa has two cost layers — official government fees, which depend on your route, and Legarithm’s own fee, which we quote after a free consultation rather than as a fixed package price.
| Route | Government fee (2026, approx.) |
|---|---|
| Property | ~AED 10,140 |
| Bank deposit / investment | ~AED 4,700 |
| Employment (salary) | ~AED 4,695 |
| Talent (nomination) | ~AED 4,700 |
| Legarithm service fee | Individual · after a free consultation |
Government fees are approximate 2026 figures and vary by emirate and family size; medical, Emirates ID, and translation are billed as incurred. Legarithm’s own fee is quoted after a free consultation. Setting up a business alongside your visa? See company formation in the UAE.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions?
How long is the Golden Visa valid?
Ten years, renewable on the same terms as long as you still meet the criteria for your route.
Does a mortgaged property still qualify?
Yes. As of the current rules, a UAE property valued at AED 2 million or more qualifies even if it is mortgaged, subject to the bank and authority checks.
What salary do I need for the employment route?
An attested university degree and a basic monthly salary of AED 30,000 or more, evidenced by your contract and payslips.
Will I lose the visa if I spend a long time abroad?
No. Unlike a standard residence visa, the Golden Visa is not cancelled by staying outside the UAE for more than six months.
Can I sponsor my family?
Yes — your spouse, children of any age, and domestic staff, with no separate income guarantee required for dependants.
Do I need health insurance?
Valid UAE health insurance is expected for residency, but the Golden Visa is exempt from some standard mandates; we confirm what your emirate requires.
What happens if I sell the qualifying property?
The visa is tied to the qualifying condition, so selling below the threshold can affect renewal. We plan the timing so your status stays secure.
How fast can it be approved?
Pre-approval can come in 48 hours to about 7 days, and a complete file is usually processed in around 2–3 weeks.
How much is that in US dollars?
The thresholds are set in dirhams, but the dirham is pegged to the US dollar at a fixed rate (about 3.6725 AED to USD), so the amounts stay stable: property and deposit routes need AED 2,000,000 (≈ $545,000), and the salary route needs AED 30,000+ a month (≈ $8,200/month). We confirm the exact figure in your currency on the consultation. (Rates as of 2026.)
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