The UAE Golden Visa is a federal residency program that applies across all 7 Emirates. This document outlines where the visa applies and what qualifies you for it.
Emirates Where the Golden Visa Applies
Abu Dhabi
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• Properties from developers
like Aldar, Reportage, Bloom.
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• Areas: Yas Island, Al Reem
Island, Saadiyat, Al Raha, etc.
Dubai
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• Developers: Emaar, Damac,
Sobha, Binghatti, Danube, etc.
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• Zones: Downtown, Marina, JVC,
Business Bay, Dubai Hills, etc.
Sharjah
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• Leasehold/freehold zones:
Aljada, Maryam Island.
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• AED 2M+ property investment
qualifies for Golden Visa.
Ajman
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• Affordable properties in Al
Zorah or Ajman Corniche.
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• AED 2M+ ownership can qualify
for Golden Visa.
Ras Al Khaimah (RAK)
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• Freehold areas: Al Marjan
Island, Mina Al Arab, Hayat Island.
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• Golden Visa eligibility
confirmed for qualifying investments.
Fujairah
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• Smaller market with fewer
projects.
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• Visa applies if investment
criteria are met.
Umm Al Quwain
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• Emerging market with new developments.
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• Golden Visa applies if
property value exceeds AED 2M.
Golden Visa Property Investment Criteria
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• Minimum property investment:
AED 2 million (can be off-plan or ready).
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• The investment can be in a
single unit or multiple properties.
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• Mortgaged properties are
accepted if equity meets AED 2M.
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• Visa validity: 10 years,
renewable.
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• Includes family sponsorship
(spouse and children).
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• Valid across all Emirates
regardless of property location.