Dubai Golden Visa provides long-term residency for investors, entrepreneurs, talented professionals, and outstanding academic achievers. Here are the eligibility criteria and application requirements for each category:

Investors

Public Investments:

• Holding a minimum of AED 2 million in an investment fund deposit.
• Or owning a commercial or industrial license with a minimum capital of AED 2 million.
• Providing a Federal Tax Authority-approved document showing an annual tax payment of at least AED 250,000.

Real Estate Investments:

• Owning real estate worth at least AED 2 million.
• The property must be financed through approved local banks.

Entrepreneurs

• Owning an economic project with a minimum value of AED 500,000.
• The project must be innovative and technology-driven, with approval from relevant authorities.

Required Documents

• Auditor’s letter verifying project value
• Letter from emirate authorities confirming project nature
• Approval from an accredited business incubator

Exceptional Talents

• Scientists: UAE Council of Scientists accreditation or Mohammed Bin Rashid Medal
• Creatives: Ministry of Culture accreditation
• Educators: Top 500 university recognition
• Healthcare: 20+ years experience, UAE practice license

Frontline Heroes

• Healthcare workers with exceptional service (e.g., COVID-19) qualify with authority recommendation

Innovators in Humanitarian Work

• 5+ years in NGOs or international organizations
• AED 2M+ in humanitarian aid funding

Senior Executives

• CEOs with 5+ years experience, AED 30K+ salary
• Valid contract, family health insurance
• Meeting the criteria and submitting required documents is essential for a Dubai Golden Visa.