Investor visa for real estate in Dubai and the UAE: conditions for issuance and features
Only foreigners who have one of the visas permitting temporary residence in the country can obtain a resident visa for real estate in Dubai (UAE).
A resident visa in the UAE through the purchase of real estate is issued if the following conditions are met:
- The property purchased is intended exclusively for residential purposes (since 2019, the purchase of luxury office property has also been permitted). To obtain a residence permit in Dubai, you must purchase property only in Free Hold areas within the territory of New Dubai;
- The minimum cost is 750,000 dirhams (AED) per person or family, provided that the marriage is officially registered. At the same time, a visa for investors in UAE real estate is issued even when purchasing a home on credit, provided that 50% of its cost is paid;
- The property has been commissioned and registered as the investor’s property;
- the size of the dwelling corresponds to the number of members in the investor’s family.
Key features of a resident visa issued when purchasing real estate:
- the possibility of obtaining a residence permit for the investor’s family members;
- The requirement to reside permanently in the country – staying outside the UAE for more than 180 consecutive days may result in the cancellation of your visa;
- prohibition on employment in the UAE for visa holders.
How can I obtain a residence permit (RP) in Dubai and other emirates of the UAE?
The equivalent of a residence permit in the United Arab Emirates is a resident visa.
To obtain it for investing in real estate in the UAE, in Dubai or any other emirate, you must:
- purchase a house, apartment, or luxury office property in Dubai;
- register the property in your name by obtaining a certificate of ownership;
- compile a package of documents and submit it together with an application for a resident visa to the Land Department of Dubai (or another emirate).
- pay the necessary fees.
In addition, a UAE resident visa for the purchase of real estate is only issued to investors who can confirm that they have a monthly income received within or outside the Emirates.
Investor visa for real estate in the UAE: current conditions
What visas are available when purchasing real estate:
- 2-year resident visa (Property Investor Visa)
The minimum property value is AED 750,000. If the property is purchased with a mortgage, at least 50% of its value must be paid, and a no objection certificate (NOC) from the bank must be provided.
- 5-year visa (Retirees Residence Investor Visa)
Introduced as part of the 2022 reforms — a more flexible alternative to the Golden Visa. Applicants must be at least 55 years old. Issued upon investment in real estate, with the possibility of subsequent renewal.
You must own real estate in Dubai. The value of the property specified in the title deed must be at least 1 million UAE dirhams.
- 10-year Golden Visa (Investor Visa)
A minimum investment of AED 2,000,000 is required to invest in real estate in Dubai. In the case of a mortgage, a sufficient amount (usually 50% or more) must be paid.
Visa processing fees
For a 2-year visa:
The approximate amount of government fees and administrative charges is AED 10,200.
For a 5-year visa:
The approximate amount of government fees and administrative charges is AED 7,000.
For a 10-year Golden Visa:
Estimated amount of government fees + administrative charges — from AED 9,900.
Applying for a UAE resident visa requires knowledge of the country’s legislation and all the intricacies of the document preparation and submission process. By seeking assistance from Dynasty Business Adviser, you will save yourself unnecessary hassle, time, and effort, as well as money on expenses related to unforeseen circumstances and the need for a long stay in the UAE to visit government agencies. Call us—we will help you obtain a residence visa for real estate in Dubai in the shortest possible time!
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