UAE Golden Visa Through Property Investment: Complete 2025 Eligibility & Application Guide
Step-by-step breakdown of the AED 2M property route to UAE residency — eligible property types, off-plan vs ready rules, family inclusion, renewal conditions, and the most common mistakes international investors make during the application.
The UAE Golden Visa is a 10-year renewable residence visa that grants holders the right to live, work, and study in the UAE without a national sponsor. For property investors, the threshold is a minimum AED 2,000,000 investment in qualifying UAE real estate.
Key eligibility rules:
- Ready properties: Any freehold property valued at AED 2M+ qualifies — subject to DLD valuation (not necessarily purchase price).
- Off-plan properties: Eligible only if the developer is approved by the relevant authority and the investor has paid at least AED 2M toward the purchase.
- Mortgaged properties: If the property is mortgaged, the equity (not total value) must equal AED 2M+.
What the Golden Visa includes:
- 10-year UAE residency (renewable)
- Inclusion of spouse, children, and household staff
- No requirement to reside in UAE for a minimum number of days per year
- Eligibility for UAE bank accounts, driving licence, and business registration
Application process: Submit through the ICP (Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship) portal or via a RERA-registered agent. Processing typically takes 2–4 weeks after document submission.
Common mistakes: Buying below the AED 2M DLD valuation (even if purchase price is AED 2M+), purchasing in non-freehold zones, or assuming all off-plan projects qualify automatically.
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