UAE Golden Visa through Property: Requirements, Process and Costs
From first enquiry to handover, and beyond
A property worth AED 2 million or more, wholly owned by you, may qualify you for a 10-year renewable residence permit. The authority decides each application.
Last updated 2026-11-09Eligibility
If your property is mortgaged, confirm with an advisor before you buy whether the amount already paid has to reach the full threshold.
The process
- 1
Service centre
Go to a service centre.
- 2
Documents and fees
Submit the required documents and pay the fees.
- 3
Medical examination
Take the medical examination at the centre.
- 4
Residence permit
The residence permit is sent to you by e-mail.
Golden Hills accompanies you through the whole process: from choosing a qualifying property, to preparing the documents, booking the appointment and following the file until the visa is issued.
Documents
Investor
- Passport
- Electronic certificate of title or title deed
- Personal photo
- UAE ID, if you have one
- Copy of your current residence permit, if you have one
Family members
- Notarized no-objection letter from the father, if the mother is the sponsor
- Undertaking that sons or daughters over 18 are not married
- Sponsor's original ID and passport
- Recent personal photo to the official photo requirements
- Health insurance
- Certified marriage contract
- Certified birth certificates of the children
- IBAN
Parents
- Sponsor's original ID and passport
- Certified dependency certificate from the consulate
- Recent personal photo to the official photo requirements
- Health insurance
- Certified birth certificate
- IBAN
Costs and timeline
Official government fees are shown on this page. For the cost of our services, request a quote.
Properties from AED 2 million
Browse the projects in our listings that start from the threshold, then check the criteria above before you decide.
Frequently asked questions
Who qualifies for a Golden Visa through property?
An investor who owns property worth AED 2 million or more at the time of purchase, wholly owned in the applicant's name. The authority decides each application.
Can I combine several properties?
Yes. Wholly owned by the investor, in the applicant's name. One property or several properties can be combined to reach the value.
Can I qualify if the property has a mortgage?
Allowed. A no-objection letter from the bank is required, stating the amount paid and the balance. Ask an advisor whether the amount already paid must reach the full threshold.
Can my family be included?
The husband or wife, children and parents can be sponsored.
How long does it take and what does it cost?
Processing takes 7 to 10 business days. The total for the investor's 10-year permit is AED 9,884.75; family permits and per-person additions are listed above.
Do I have to apply in person?
The applicant must be inside the UAE and attend in person. Escorts and representatives are not permitted. We explain the steps; we do not apply for you.