10-year renewable residency
UAE Golden Visa Services
The UAE Golden Visa gives you 10 years of renewable residency without needing an employer or national sponsor. DocTrust checks your eligibility, prepares the evidence and handles the application from start to finish.
Quick answer
The UAE Golden Visa is a 10-year, renewable, self-sponsored residence visa. Main categories are investors (for example AED 2 million in approved investments), property owners (property worth at least AED 2 million), entrepreneurs, special talents, skilled professionals/executives (e.g. salary of AED 30,000+), and outstanding students. Holders can sponsor their family and stay outside the UAE for long periods without losing residency.
Golden Visa eligibility at a glance
| Category | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Investor | Approved investment of at least AED 2 million (e.g. fund deposit, company capital) or qualifying tax contribution |
| Property owner | One or more properties worth at least AED 2 million (some mortgaged and off-plan properties qualify) |
| Entrepreneur | Owner of an approved project or startup, endorsed by an accredited incubator or authority |
| Special talent | Doctors, scientists, inventors, creatives, athletes and others, with endorsement |
| Executive / skilled professional | Skilled role, bachelor's degree or equivalent and monthly salary of AED 30,000+ |
| Outstanding students & graduates | High academic performance from recognised schools and universities |
Criteria are set by the UAE authorities and can change. We check the current rules for your category before you apply.
Benefits of the UAE Golden Visa
- 10-year residency that renews if you keep meeting the criteria
- No employer or national sponsor needed
- Stay outside the UAE for more than six months without the visa being cancelled
- Sponsor your spouse and children, with sons and daughters eligible regardless of age, plus parents
- Sponsor domestic workers
- Family members can stay until their permits expire if the main holder passes away
Golden Visa categories
Investor Golden Visa
For investors with AED 2M+ in approved UAE investments.
Learn moreProperty Owner Golden Visa
For owners of UAE property worth AED 2 million or more.
Learn moreEntrepreneur Golden Visa
For founders of approved startups and innovative projects.
Learn moreSpecial Talent Golden Visa
For doctors, scientists, creatives, athletes and other exceptional talents.
Learn moreExecutive Golden Visa
For skilled professionals and executives earning AED 30,000+ a month.
Learn moreGolden Visa for Dependents
Extend your Golden Visa to your spouse, children and parents.
Learn moreKey benefits of UAE Golden Visa
Long-term security
10 years of residency, renewable.
Independence
No employer sponsorship required.
Family included
Sponsor your family members.
Freedom to travel
Long stays abroad without losing residency.
Expert preparation
Evidence prepared to authority standards.
End-to-end
From eligibility check to Emirates ID.
How the process works
Eligibility assessment
We review your profile against the current Golden Visa criteria and advise on the strongest category.
Supporting documents
We gather, attest and translate the evidence the authority needs, such as title deeds, salary certificates or endorsements.
Nomination / application
We submit through ICP or GDRFA (Dubai), or through the relevant nominating body for talent categories.
Entry permit or status change
Once approved, the entry permit is issued, or your status is changed if you are already in the UAE.
Medical, Emirates ID & insurance
We book your medical test and Emirates ID biometrics, and arrange health insurance where required.
10-year residency issued
Your Golden Visa is issued and linked to your Emirates ID. We can then sponsor your family.
Documents usually required
- Passport copy (valid 6+ months) and photo
- Current UAE visa / Emirates ID (if in the UAE)
- Category-specific evidence (title deed, bank letter, salary certificate, endorsement, etc.)
- Attested degree certificate (where the category requires it)
- Health insurance (where required)
- Good conduct certificate (for some categories)
Requirements can vary by authority, nationality and activity. We confirm the exact list for your case before anything is submitted.
Why clients choose DocTrust
Transparent pricing
Every quote separates government fees from our service fee. No surprise add-ons.
Fast turnaround
We prepare, type and submit applications correctly the first time, so files are not rejected and delayed.
One point of contact
One consultant handles your file from the first call until the licence, visa or certificate is in your hands.
All 7 emirates
We are based in Sharjah and work with mainland, free zone and federal authorities across the UAE.
UAE Golden Visa: common questions
Who is eligible for the UAE Golden Visa?
Investors, property owners with AED 2M+ in property, entrepreneurs, people with special talents (such as doctors, scientists, creatives and athletes), skilled professionals earning AED 30,000+ a month, and outstanding students and graduates.
Can I get a Golden Visa with a mortgaged property?
Yes, in many cases. Properties mortgaged with approved local banks can qualify if the value meets the threshold. Rules can differ by emirate, so we confirm before you apply.
How long does the Golden Visa take?
Once documents are ready, approvals are often granted within days to a few weeks. Medical and Emirates ID steps follow.
Can I sponsor my family on a Golden Visa?
Yes. Golden Visa holders can sponsor their spouse and children, with sons and daughters eligible regardless of age, plus parents and domestic workers.
Do I need to live in the UAE to keep a Golden Visa?
No. Golden Visa holders can stay outside the UAE for more than six months without the residency being cancelled.
Speak to a UAE Golden Visa specialist
Share a few details and a DocTrust consultant will reply with the right approach, a list of documents and a written quote, usually within one business day.
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- info@doctrust.ae
- Office 03, Ground Floor, Building 1371, Muwaileh Commercial, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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