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A clear path to the UAE Golden Visa.

Understand your eligibility, explore available pathways and prepare for the application process with clear, practical guidance — all in one place.

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Find the Golden Visa pathway that fits you.

Start with your applicant category. Each pathway has its own conditions, evidence and approval process.

01

Skilled professionals

Qualifications, employment details and category-specific requirements.

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02

Property investors

Explore property ownership conditions and document requirements.

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03

Investors & entrepreneurs

Learn about qualifying investment and business-related pathways.

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04

Outstanding students

Guidance for eligible high-achieving students and graduates.

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Understand the essentials

What is the UAE Golden Visa?

The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residence option for applicants who meet the rules of an approved category. Eligibility can depend on work, investment, academic achievement or other recognised contributions.

  • Multiple routes for different applicant types
  • Requirements depend on the category
  • The relevant UAE authority makes the final decision

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Four simple stages

How the process generally works

Your exact steps may vary depending on your category and the authority processing your case.

01

Find your pathway

Identify which recognised Golden Visa category fits your profile.

02

Check requirements

Read the route-specific conditions and supporting documents.

03

Prepare & apply

Follow the relevant authority’s application or nomination process.

04

Complete the process

Complete applicable checks and residence issuance steps.

Helpful information

Popular Golden Visa guides

The answers you may need before you start.

01

Eligibility

Who may qualify and what documents are relevant.

 02

Application

Understand the stages of a Golden Visa application.

 03

Costs

Explore government fees and associated expenses.

 04

Validity

Find out about residence duration and related rules.

Frequently asked questions

Questions, answered clearly.

Practical answers to common questions. Requirements and procedures can change, so confirm important details with official sources.

Who can qualify for the UAE Golden Visa?+
Eligible categories can include certain skilled professionals, investors, entrepreneurs, outstanding students and other recognised groups. Each category has different conditions.
Is every Golden Visa valid for ten years?+
No single duration should be assumed for every case. Residence validity depends on the applicable category and current regulations.
Where do I submit an application?+
Application and nomination channels depend on your eligibility route and jurisdiction. Always confirm the correct process with the relevant UAE government authority.
Is Golden Portal UAE an official government website?+
No. Golden Portal UAE is an independent information resource, not a UAE government authority. Official agencies make all visa decisions.
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Find your Golden Visa starting point.

Choose a pathway, review the requirements and take the next step with better information.

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