# UAE golden visa eligibility checker

> The UAE golden visa is a 10-year renewable residence visa. The most common routes are owning property worth at least AED 2 million, investing at least AED 2 million in a UAE company or approved fund, or working as a skilled professional with a monthly salary of at least AED 30,000 and a bachelor's degree. Other routes exist for entrepreneurs, talent and students.

Interactive calculator: https://www.countify.ae/tools/golden-visa-checker · Updated 2026-10-14 · Countify UAE

## Golden visa thresholds

Headline thresholds for the most common routes.

| Applicant | Likely eligible (10-year visa) |
| --- | --- |
| Property worth AED 1.5m | No |
| Property worth AED 2m | Yes |
| Professional earning AED 32,000 | Yes |

Thresholds and conditions are set by the federal and emirate immigration authorities and can change.

## Golden visa and tax

A golden visa makes it easier to meet the UAE tax residency tests and get a Tax Residency Certificate, which matters for treaty benefits and for leaving another country's tax net. It does not by itself make you UAE tax resident; see the [tax residency checker](https://www.countify.ae/tools/tax-residency-checker). Business owners should also keep their company's [corporate tax](https://www.countify.ae/services/corporate-tax) affairs in order, as investor applications often need audited or certified accounts.

## Legal basis

- Cabinet Resolution No. 65 of 2022 on entry and residence of foreigners (https://icp.gov.ae)

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the minimum property value for a UAE golden visa?

AED 2 million. Off-plan and mortgaged property can qualify in some cases.

### How long is the golden visa?

10 years, renewable, and it can cover family members.