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.
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Completed or approved off-plan; mortgaged property can count with a bank letter.
- Likely eligible (10-year visa)
- Yes
This is a quick screen against the headline thresholds. The ICP or GDRFA applies further conditions (for example the professional's MoHRE skill level, or how the investment is held). Business owners should also plan their tax residency and corporate tax position.
Results are estimates for general information, not tailored advice.
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. Business owners should also keep their company's corporate tax affairs in order, as investor applications often need audited or certified accounts.
Legal basis
We review this calculator whenever the FTA or Ministry of Finance issues a new decision or clarification.
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.
Company formation in the UAE
We set up your free zone or mainland company, open the tax registrations and get bookkeeping running from day one, so the first year has no surprises.