🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates Golden Visa
Also known as: UAE Golden Visa, 10-year Golden Visa
Last verified: September 2, 2026
What is the United Arab Emirates Golden Visa?
10-year self-sponsored residence for investors and skilled professionals. Main routes: AED 2M in property (since Feb 2026 a mortgaged property's full value counts), an AED 2M bank deposit, or a basic salary of AED 30,000/month with a bachelor's degree and UAE employment contract. Government fees roughly AED 4,700–10,100.
This overview is written for Indians. Fees and paperwork differ by nationality; see the comparison below.
United Arab Emirates Golden Visa requirements, cost, and processing time
| Government fee | $1,100–$1,300 |
| Processing time | 4–12 weeks |
| Minimum annual income | $98,000/year (about $8,167/month) |
| Minimum savings | $545,000 |
| Job offer | Depends on nationality |
| Degree | Required |
| Family can join | Yes |
| Path to permanent residency | Yes |
Amounts are approximate US dollar equivalents of figures set in local currency, verified against official sources for Indians and Pakistanis.
United Arab Emirates Golden Visa cost and processing time by nationality
| Applicants | Gov. fee | Processing | Min. income | Min. savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 Indians | $1,300 | 4–12 weeks | $98,000/year | $545,000 |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistanis | $1,100 | 4–12 weeks | $98,000/year | — |
Each row links to the full guide for that nationality, with the document checklist.
Documents needed for the United Arab Emirates Golden Visa
- Confirm your route and evidence
- Gather route evidence
- Apply for nomination / pre-approval
- Health insurance covering the UAE
- Medical fitness test
- Emirates ID biometrics
- Visa issuance & Emirates ID delivery
This list is the checklist for Indians. Other nationalities have their own steps, linked in the table above. The full ordered checklist, with timing, dependencies, and personalized due dates, is part of the plan.
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Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
- What are the requirements for the United Arab Emirates Golden Visa?
- The requirements we have on record are: a relevant degree; income of about $98,000 a year; savings of about $545,000. Some routes accept savings in place of income, so check the official source for how the two combine. Amounts are USD equivalents verified for Indians and Pakistanis; the official source lists the full document set.
- How much does the United Arab Emirates Golden Visa cost?
- The government fee is about $1,300 for Indians and $1,100 for Pakistanis (USD equivalent). Translations, apostilles, insurance, and courier costs come on top.
- What is the United Arab Emirates Golden Visa processing time?
- Typical processing takes 4–12 weeks after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.
- What is the income requirement for the United Arab Emirates Golden Visa?
- The minimum income is about $98,000 a year (roughly $8,167 a month), expressed in US dollars. The official threshold is set in local currency and moves with exchange rates, so confirm the current figure with the official source.
- How much savings do I need for the United Arab Emirates Golden Visa?
- Plan for savings of about $545,000 (USD equivalent).
- Do I need a job offer for the United Arab Emirates Golden Visa?
- It depends on your nationality: Pakistanis need a job offer on the route we track, while Indians do not.
- Can family members join on the United Arab Emirates Golden Visa?
- Yes. Accompanying family members are allowed, with additional documentation.
- Does the United Arab Emirates Golden Visa lead to permanent residency?
- Yes. It offers a path to permanent residency after the qualifying period.
- Is the UAE Golden Visa the same as the United Arab Emirates Golden Visa?
- Yes. UAE Golden Visa and 10-year Golden Visa are other names people use for the United Arab Emirates Golden Visa.
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Always confirm requirements with the official government sources: u.ae, u.ae. This guide is general information, not legal advice.