Property is one route, not the only one
While the AED 2 million property investment route is the most publicised path, it is just one of eight Golden Visa categories. Many applicants qualify without ever buying real estate.
Qualifying through your career
Professionals earning AED 30,000 or more per month with a relevant degree, specialists in priority sectors, and senior executives can all apply based on their employment profile alone.
Qualifying through entrepreneurship
Founders of a startup or SME valued at AED 500,000 or more, or those backed by an accredited business incubator, can secure a Golden Visa through their business rather than property.
Academic and talent routes
Outstanding students, top university graduates, and recognised talents in culture, sport or the arts can also obtain a Golden Visa purely on merit, with no investment required at all.
