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UAE Golden Visa · Business & Public Investment Investors

UAE Golden Visa for Investors

The UAE Golden Visa offers long-term residency options for qualifying investors who hold eligible investments, company ownership interests or qualifying financial investments within the UAE.

Different routes may apply depending on the nature and value of the investment.

Eligibility, Requirements & Documents

Golden Visa for Business & Public Investment Investors – Key Information

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Qualifying Investment Routes

Company Capital

Establishing or holding eligible ownership in a UAE company with qualifying capital or investment value.

Company Shareholding

Holding a qualifying financial share in an existing or newly established UAE business.

Financial Deposit

Holding a qualifying investment or deposit of at least AED 2 million with an eligible UAE financial institution, subject to applicable conditions.

Tax Contribution

Certain qualifying business investors may be assessed based on eligible annual tax contributions in accordance with applicable government requirements.

Documents Commonly Required

  • Passport copy.
  • Recent photograph.
  • Current visa and Emirates ID where applicable.
  • Trade licence.
  • Memorandum of Association.
  • Share certificate or partners' register.
  • Company bank statements.
  • Audited or certified financial statements.
  • Auditor's report.
  • Proof of company capital.
  • Free zone capital/shareholding certificate where applicable.
  • Tax Registration Number.
  • Tax supporting documents.
  • Federal Tax Authority letter where applicable.
  • Bank deposit certificate where applicable.
  • Proof of source and ownership of investment funds.
  • Health insurance.
  • Other documents requested by the authority.

FAQs

Business & Public Investment Investors Golden Visa FAQs

What is the minimum investment?

Different investment routes apply. Several qualifying investor routes use an AED 2 million investment threshold.

Can company ownership qualify?

Potentially. An investor or partner in a qualifying UAE company may apply if the relevant ownership, investment and supporting financial criteria are met.

Can a bank deposit qualify?

A qualifying deposit or investment of at least AED 2 million may provide an eligible route subject to applicable conditions.

Can tax contributions be used?

Certain qualifying investors may apply based on eligible annual tax contribution criteria.

Can borrowed money be used for the investment?

The conditions vary by investment route. Certain investment categories require evidence that qualifying capital is owned by the investor and not derived from borrowing.

Are audited financial statements required?

Depending on the company investment route, certified or audited financial evidence may be required.

Is approval automatic if the investment threshold is met?

No. The authority may review the investment, financial position, documentation, source of funds and other eligibility conditions before approving the application.

Why Devenir?

How Devenir Corporate Services Can Help

Devenir Corporate Services combines corporate, accounting, tax and residency expertise, allowing us to assist investors with both the business documentation and immigration aspects of a Golden Visa application.

Ready to Explore Your UAE Golden Visa Options?

Every applicant’s circumstances are different.

Let Devenir Corporate Services review your profile, identify the most suitable route and guide you throughout the application process.

Important Information

Golden Visa eligibility, documentation, government fees, processing times and procedural requirements are determined by the relevant UAE authorities and may change from time to time. Information provided on this website is intended for general guidance only and does not constitute a guarantee of eligibility or approval.

Final eligibility and approval remain subject to assessment by the competent UAE government authorities.

Devenir Corporate Services provides professional assistance with eligibility assessment, document preparation, application coordination and related corporate and residency services.