UAE Golden Visa
A 5-year or 10-year long-term residency status, requiring no local sponsor, enjoying a zero-income-tax life in Dubai.
Country Overview & Core Advantages
The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residency program allowing foreign investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, and other highly skilled individuals to live, work, study, and conduct business in the UAE without a local sponsor. The visa is typically issued for 5 or 10 years and is renewable.
Global Tax Planners
Pursuing the ultimate 0% personal income tax, the perfect stepping stone to set up offshore companies.
Inflation-Hedge Property Buyers
Attracted by Dubai's extremely strong rental yields, buying property for investment while securing a 10-year long-term residency.
Web3 / Digital Nomads
Geeks and entrepreneurs unrestricted by geography, enjoying Dubai's extremely open and inclusive policy environment.
Processing Time
1-2 Months
Min Investment
2 Million AED
Residency Req.
No 6-month absence restriction
Passport Power
12th Globally (183 visa-free countries)
Corporate Tax
0% (Personal Income Tax)
Long-Term Residency
5-year or 10-year renewable residency status with extremely flexible residency rules.
No Local Sponsor
No local sponsor required, offering 100% corporate ownership opportunities. Access to Dubai and Abu Dhabi's global business center networks.
Zero Tax Environment
Tax-friendly with 0% personal income tax.
Family Together
Can include spouse, children, and parents. Access to world-class healthcare, education, and banking services.
Tax Advantages & Wealth Planning
Global Top-Tier Zero Tax Haven
The UAE (Dubai/Abu Dhabi) does not levy any form of personal income tax, capital gains tax, wealth tax, estate tax, or dividend tax on individuals. Although a 9% federal corporate tax was introduced recently, companies set up in a Free Zone that do not conduct actual business on the mainland can still apply for tax exemption, making it the ultimate stepping stone for companies expanding into the Middle East.
Education System & Children's Future
Luxurious and Diverse Authentic International Schools
Dubai's expatriate population ratio is nearly 90%, and it boasts the world's densest and most luxuriously equipped international school system (covering IB, A-Level, AP, etc.). By acquiring a Golden Visa, children not only grow up in an extremely international environment but also perfectly meet the identity requirements for the Overseas Chinese Student Exam.
Application Requirements & Key Thresholds
Real Client Approvals & Timelines
"Dubai is simply a paradise for entrepreneurs. I bought a luxury apartment in Downtown worth 4 million RMB with a mortgage. I paid the down payment and directly got a 10-year Golden Visa. Now I work in Dubai for most of the year."
Standard Application & Processing Steps
Purchase & Register
Purchase a compliant property worth at least 2 million AED and obtain the title deed or Oqood.
Submit Golden Visa Application (1-2 weeks)
Submit the Golden Visa application to the Dubai Land Department (DLD) and Immigration (GDRFA).
Medical Exam & Biometrics (1 week)
Travel to the UAE to complete a medical exam and record biometric data.
Collect Emirates ID & Visa (1-2 weeks)
Receive the Emirates ID and Golden Residency Visa.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Must I buy property to get the Dubai Golden Visa?
The most mainstream route is purchasing Dubai property worth 2 million AED (approx. 3.9 million RMB) to directly get a 10-year Golden Visa. However, you can also obtain a Golden Visa without investment through channels for outstanding talent in high-tech fields, executives (monthly salary reaching 30,000 AED), doctors, or outstanding graduates.
If I buy a 2 million AED property, can I get a mortgage?
Prior to the latest policy update in early 2024, a down payment of full 2 million AED was required. But after the policy relaxation, even if your property is mortgaged or an off-plan property with installments, as long as the developer or bank issues a relevant confirmation letter, you can still apply for the Golden Visa immediately. This greatly reduces cash flow pressure!
Will the Golden Visa expire? Is there an immigration jail?
The Golden Visa is valid for 10 years, and it can be renewed infinitely as long as you still own the property (or maintain the qualifying status). **The Golden Visa has completely abolished the traditional visa restriction of "must enter once every 180 days."** You can completely treat Dubai as a safe haven and only fly there when needed.