The Golden Visa initiative is designed to attract top talent and investment, offering significant security by decoupling residency from employment. For real estate investors, the threshold is clear: an investment of AED 2 Million or more in qualifying property secures the coveted 10-year residency for yourself and your family.
This process, while straightforward, requires meticulous documentation and strategic timing. Our role is to ensure your property purchase seamlessly transitions into a successful visa application.
The Investment Criterion: Key Financial Requirements
To qualify for the 10-Year Golden Visa via real estate, your investment must meet strict criteria:
| Requirement | Details for 10-Year Visa |
| Minimum Property Value | AED 2,000,000 (USD 545,000 equivalent). |
| Property Status | Can be a single property or a portfolio of properties. |
| Loan Qualification | Crucially, the property can be mortgaged, but the invested equity (the amount paid to the developer or seller) must meet the AED 2 million threshold. |
| Retention Period | The investment must be maintained for a minimum of two years. |
🗺️ The Five-Step Golden Visa Journey
Our Global Investor Residency Support service integrates the property purchase with the visa application, ensuring maximum efficiency:
Step 1: Strategic Acquisition & Oqood (Title Deed)
We identify a qualifying property that matches your investment goals and ensure the necessary AED 2 million threshold is met and officially registered with the Dubai Land Department (DLD). This official title deed (“Oqood”) is the primary piece of evidence required.
Step 2: Documentation Preparation
This is the phase where expertise matters most. We compile the full legal file, including:
- Original Title Deed/Oqood Certificate.
- Proof of the AED 2 million equity (bank transfers or DLD payment receipts).
- Passport copies and clear photographs for all applicants (investor and dependents).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the relevant authorities (if applicable).
Step 3: DLD Submission and Initial Approval
The application is submitted to the DLD, where the investment is officially verified. Upon approval, the investor receives a six-month multiple-entry visa, allowing them time to complete the medical examination and security checks in the UAE.
Step 4: Medical Examination and Security Checks
Applicants undergo a mandatory, simple medical examination in the UAE. Upon passing the security checks, the final application is processed.
Step 5: Visa Issuance and Family Sponsorship
The 10-year Golden Visa is issued. Crucially, the investor can sponsor their spouse, children (regardless of age), and domestic helpers. There is no maximum limit on the number of dependent children that can be sponsored.
Key Benefits of Golden Status
The value of the Golden Visa extends far beyond mere residency:
- Extended Stay Outside UAE: Unlike standard residency, Golden Visa holders can remain outside the UAE for extended periods without jeopardizing their visa status.
- Family Security: The visa remains valid for the family even if the primary investor passes away.
- Professional Access: Unrestricted access to professional opportunities and the UAE’s tax-free business environment.
Through Tierra Casa Real Estate, your investment in Dubai is not just a financial decision; it is a strategic residency decision secured by experts who handle the compliance so you can focus on your future.