Residence Visas
in the UAE

Investing in real estate in Dubai gives the buyer the right to receive residency in the UAE for 2, 5 or 10 years. The 2-year visa is given to those who acquire ready property worth at least AED 750K (USD 205K), while the 10-year visa can be obtained with a minimum property purchase of AED 2M (USD 545K). The 5-year visa is a pensioner’s visa for foreigners aged 55 and older who have invested a sum of AED 1M (USD 272K) or more.

All three types of visas allow the holder to sponsor a spouse, children and parents. These visas can also be extended provided the holder remains the owner of the property.

Receiving a visa on the basis of purchasing an off-plan property can only be done with the approval of the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

Purchasing a ready property in Abu-Dhabi with a minimum value of AED 2M (USD 545K) gives the buyer the right to obtain a 10-year Golden Visa. This visa covers the entire family — spouses, children and parents — as well as domestic staff. Once the visa is received, the holder is required to take out a medical insurance policy.

Property owners in Ras Al Khaimah with real estate valued at AED 2M (USD 545K) and above have the right to obtain a 10-year Golden Visa residence. It allows the holder to sponsor a husband or wife, children, parents, and domestic staff.
The experts at Metropolitan Consulting can help answer any questions related to receiving the investor visa.

Obtaining a Golden Visa for a UAE resident
Foreign investors can apply for a UAE Golden Visa. It is issued for 10 years and allows you to permanently live and work in the Emirates, as well as sponsor family members and household staff.
You can get a residence permit for investments in real estate from AED 2M (USD 545K), opening a deposit in a local bank or investing in an investment fund for the same amount. In addition, talented specialists with outstanding abilities in the fields of culture and art, sports, innovation and digital technologies can apply for a Golden Visa.

To qualify for a Golden Visa for investments not related to real estate, you must own a fixed bank deposit or a share in an investment fund in the amount of AED 2M (USD 545K) — for at least two years.
To do this, you need to sign an agreement with the UAE bank or an investment fund accredited in the UAE on a deposit/ investment for a period of at least two years from the date of registration of the Golden Visa.

Against the background of the global trend for remote work, the UAE government has begun issuing visas to digital nomads — this is how it attracts intellectual resources to the country. This is a convenient option for freelancers who want to live in the Emirates.

Important! All residents of the UAE and those who are under their sponsorship must take out medical insurance. METROPOLITAN CONSULTING recommends to not ignore the rules and be sure to get an insurance policy.

For an extended stay in the United Arab Emirates, all foreigners except for citizens of The Arab Gulf Commonwealth require a residence visa, which also enables you to obtain an Emirates ID.

Depending on the grounds and place of issue, the visa can be valid for 2–10 years, after which it can be renewed for the same period.

METROPOLITAN CONSULTING provides residency visa support services for both employees of companies registered in the country and property owners in the UAE. We assist our clients with the collection of the required documents and accompany you through the entire process from A to Z.

The Golden Talent Visa is a long-term resident visa that allows talented expats to live, work or study in the UAE with exclusive benefits. Investors, entrepreneurs, academics, distinguished students and graduates are among those eligible for this visa.