UAE Golden Visa Eligibility Checker
Six official routes, checked against the published federal criteria on 2026-08-16. Answer the tests for a route and see exactly which conditions you meet and which documents the file needs.
Real estate investor
Owners of one or more UAE properties with a combined purchase value of at least AED 2 million qualify for a 10-year residence. The property may be mortgaged with an approved local bank, and off-plan purchases are accepted only where the developer and payment stage are approved.
Approving entity: Land department of the emirate + ICP / GDRFA
Total purchase value of your UAE property (AED)
The AED 2,000,000 test is applied to the purchase value on the title deed, not to a current market valuation.
Published minimum: AED 2,000,000
You hold a title deed (or an approved off-plan contract) in your own name
Company-owned property does not qualify the shareholder personally unless the land department confirms otherwise.
If mortgaged, the loan is with a UAE-approved local bankalternative test
A mortgage is permitted; the bank must issue a no-objection letter for the visa file.
Answer the tests to see your result
This is an eligibility indication against published criteria, not an approval. Final decisions rest with ICP and the nominating authority.
Documents this route needs
- Title deed or land department ownership certificate
- Passport and current UAE visa page (if in-country)
- Bank no-objection letter where the property is mortgaged
- Emirates ID (if already resident) and passport photo to ICP specification
Need a provider to file this?
Verified UAE providers handle Golden Visa files alongside company licensing.
Indicative government and service costs
Ranges only. Golden Visa charges vary by channel, term and emirate — ask your provider for a written breakdown before paying.
| Cost line | Indicative range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Golden visa issuance (ICP, in-country) | AED 2,800 – 3,800 | Varies by channel, term and whether the application is filed inside or outside the UAE. |
| Medical fitness test | AED 300 – 750 | Standard or express service; required for in-country applications. |
| Emirates ID (10-year card) | AED 1,000 – 1,150 | Issued for the visa term; 5-year routes are charged at the shorter term. |
| Medical insurance | From AED 800 per person / year | Mandatory; premium depends on age, cover level and emirate. |
| Typing, translation and PRO handling | AED 500 – 3,000 | Provider-dependent professional fee, not a government charge. |