Ownership & law
Golden Visa via Property
The Golden Visa via property is a long-term UAE residence permit granted to investors who buy qualifying real estate above a set value threshold.
The UAE Golden Visa offers renewable long-term residency (commonly cited as up to 10 years) to property investors whose holdings meet or exceed a minimum value threshold, often referenced around AED 2 million, subject to current federal rules. Eligibility can extend to off-plan and mortgaged properties depending on conditions set at the time, and the visa can include family members. Thresholds and criteria are set at the federal level and change periodically, so applicants should verify current requirements before relying on them.
Related terms
- Freehold — Freehold is outright, perpetual ownership of a property and its land, giving the owner the right to use, lease, sell, or bequeath it.
- Mortgage Cap / LTV — The mortgage cap, or loan-to-value limit, is the maximum share of a property's value a bank may lend, capping how much a buyer can finance.
- Investment Zone — An investment zone is an Abu Dhabi area designated by law where expatriates and foreign investors can own property under freehold or other tenures.
- ROI (Return on Investment) — ROI measures the total gain from a property relative to what was invested, combining rental income and any change in value.