The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residence visa designed to attract talented individuals, investors, professionals, researchers, and outstanding students. It allows you to live, work, and study in the UAE without the need for a national sponsor. Depending on your category, you can receive a visa valid for 5 or 10 years, with the option to renew.
As a business owner or individual navigating UAE regulations, having a trusted partner like Elevate Accounting & Auditing by your side can make the application process more accurate, smooth, and compliant.Â
Who is Eligible for the UAE Golden Visa?
The UAE Golden Visa is available to several categories:
1. Investors (Investor Visa UAE)
- Real Estate Investors: Minimum AED 2 million investment (including mortgaged properties if 50% is paid).
- Public Investment: Investments in UAE-based funds or businesses.
2. Entrepreneurs
- Founders of UAE-registered startups valued at AED 500,000+.
- Entrepreneurs endorsed by government-approved incubators.
3. Skilled Professionals (Skilled Professional Visa UAE)
- Doctors, engineers, IT specialists, scientists, and other high-demand professionals.
- Requires a valid UAE employment contract, professional license, and minimum salary of AED 30,000.
*Note: AED 30,000/month is basic salary and does not include allowances, relevant especially for mainland applicants.
4. Outstanding Students & Graduates
- Top-performing students in UAE schools/universities.
- Graduates from elite global universities (specific GPA requirements apply).
*Note: Student applicants must meet GPA and university ranking conditions, typically a 10-year visa route.
5. Humanitarian Workers & Frontline Heroes
- Professionals in NGOs, international charities, or those who contributed significantly during crises.Â
Benefits of the UAE Golden Visa
Getting the UAE Golden Visa comes with a wide range of advantages:
- Long-Term Residency: Stay in the UAE for 5 or 10 years at a time.
- Family Sponsorship: Golden Visa holders can sponsor parents, young children, unmarried daughters of any age, and domestic staff, with health insurance and proof of relationship required.
- No Local Sponsor Needed: You don’t need a UAE national to sponsor your visa.
- Full Business Ownership: Start and operate businesses in the UAE mainland.
- Flexibility: You can stay outside the UAE for more than 6 months and still retain your visa.
- Stability and Freedom: Peace of mind knowing you don’t have to worry about frequent renewals.Â
Why Choose the UAE Golden Visa Services of Elevate Accounting & Auditing?
Navigating government processes in the UAE can get overwhelming, especially if you’re dealing with complex documents, multiple entities, or high-value investments. That’s where Elevate Accounting & Auditing comes in. From checking your eligibility to helping with documentation and submission, we help you avoid costly errors and delays.
As a business rooted in UAE compliance, our team understands the ins and outs of Golden Visa requirements and other residency-related formalities. You focus on your goals. We handle the paperwork.
Common Questions About the UAE Golden Visa
– Can I apply for the Golden Visa if I’m already living in the UAE?
Yes. You can apply for the Golden Visa even if you currently hold a regular residency visa.
– Is there a minimum stay requirement?
No. You can stay outside the UAE for over 6 months and still keep your visa.
– Can my family members also get the visa?
Yes. You can sponsor your spouse, children, and domestic workers under your Golden Visa.
– Can I own a business with this visa?
Yes. Golden Visa holders can start or own 100% of their business in the UAE mainland.Â
Final Thoughts
The UAE Golden Visa is your opportunity to settle long-term in one of the safest, most opportunity-rich countries in the world. Whether you’re here to grow your business, invest in the future, or give your family a stable life, this visa puts you in control.
Thinking of applying? Let Elevate Accounting & Auditing help you move forward with clarity and confidence.