The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residency program launched by the government to attract and retain global talent, investors, and professionals. This 10-year residency visa is offered to individuals across several categories, including investors, entrepreneurs, real estate investors, business investors, students, and highly skilled professionals like doctors, researchers, and scientists.
The goal of this initiative is to provide a strong sense of security, permanence, and encouragement to those who see Dubai as their long-term home and wish to contribute to its growing economy. The government of Dubai is committed to supporting residents who bring value to the region, offering them a stable, growth-friendly environment.
The application process for the Dubai Golden Visa is straightforward when you are guided by a professional service like IS PRO. To be eligible, applicants must submit specific documentation that verifies their eligibility based on investment, talent, or academic excellence. The application can be processed through the following official UAE channels:
IS PRO helps you identify the right channel, collect the necessary documentation, and navigate the steps from start to finish without delay.
The Golden Visa is available in 5-year and 10-year durations, based on the category of eligibility.
Applicants must invest AED 10 million in public investments, with at least 60% of the total investment outside the real estate sector. The funds must not be loaned, must be held for a minimum of three years, and the investor should retain full ownership of the investment.
Investors who own real estate worth at least AED 5 million qualify for a 5-year visa, provided the property is not purchased on loan and is held for a minimum of three years.
Entrepreneurs who have a successful project or business investment with required certifications and a notable economic contribution can apply for this category.
Doctors, scientists, researchers, and creatives can apply under this category, subject to approvals from relevant authorities such as the Emirates Scientists Council, the Ministry of Culture, or health and education departments.
Eligibility includes accreditation from the Emirates Scientists Council or recognition by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Medal for Scientific Excellence. Applicants must also provide documentation of exceptional scientific work, such as patents or publications in internationally acclaimed journals.
Applicants must obtain approval from the Ministry of Culture and Knowledge Development, demonstrating national or international recognition in their field.
Medical professionals must meet several criteria, such as a Ph.D. degree from a top 500 university (as recognized by ICA), a notable award in their field, or contributions to published scientific work. A minimum of 10 years’ professional experience in a UAE-priority field is also a key requirement.
Students showing academic excellence are also eligible for the Golden Visa. High school students must have a minimum score of 95% in private or public UAE schools. For university graduates, a GPA of 3.75 or higher is required to qualify for long-term residency.
IS PRO handles every legal and administrative step involved in the Golden Visa process. From collecting and submitting documents to obtaining approvals from government authorities, our experts ensure that your application is complete, accurate, and processed in the shortest possible time. We help you identify the best path based on your profile, whether you’re an investor, student, or professional.
By choosing IS PRO, you can focus on building your future in Dubai while we take care of the paperwork. Our commitment is to provide low-cost, high-efficiency visa processing services that open the door to long-term living and working in the UAE.
