UAE Golden Visa Through Property: What Investors Should Know
Legal27 Aug 2026· By Hamza Zulfiqar Ali
The UAE offers long-term residency (the “Golden Visa”) to certain categories of investors, and property ownership is one of the most popular routes.
The basic idea
Investors who own qualifying real estate above a minimum value threshold (currently from AED 2 million) may be eligible for a long-term visa for themselves and, in many cases, their family.
Points to check before you buy
Whether the property is ready or off-plan, and how the value is counted
Whether the purchase is mortgaged, and what bank documents are needed
Whether the property is held individually or through a company
The current requirements published by the authorities, since these are updated
How I can help
I will confirm the latest rules with you, select suitable properties that meet the threshold, and coordinate the documents with your legal and immigration advisers.
This article is general information, not legal or financial advice. UAE regulations and fees change, so contact me to confirm the latest position before you commit.
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