How Do I Get a Golden Visa Through My Business in UAE?
You can get a UAE Golden Visa through business by investing AED 2 million or more, owning a qualifying startup, or holding a senior executive position with a minimum salary of AED 30,000 per month. The Golden Visa grants 10-year residency that is renewable, allows 100% business ownership, and does not require a local sponsor. Processing takes 30-60 days from application.
Golden Visa Categories for Business Owners
| Category | Key Requirement | Visa Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Investor | AED 2 million+ investment in property, business, or deposits | 10 years |
| Entrepreneur | Own a startup valued at AED 500,000+ or approved by a UAE incubator | 5 years |
| Executive Director | Salary of AED 30,000+/month with a UAE company | 10 years |
| Self-Employed | Annual income of AED 360,000+ from freelance or self-employment | 10 years |
| Real Estate Investor | Property worth AED 2 million+ (can be off-plan with 50% paid) | 10 years |
Investor Golden Visa: The Most Common Route
The investor category is the most popular path for business owners. You qualify if you:
- Own or invest at least AED 2 million in a UAE business
- Hold property worth AED 2 million or more
- Have bank deposits of AED 2 million or more in a UAE bank
- Or combine the above to reach the AED 2 million threshold
The investment must be retained for the duration of the visa. You can sponsor your spouse, children, and domestic workers under the same Golden Visa.
Entrepreneur Golden Visa: For Startups
If you own a startup approved by a UAE-accredited business incubator or accelerator, you may qualify for a 5-year Golden Visa. Requirements include:
- Previous startup project sold for AED 7 million+, or
- Approval letter from an accredited UAE incubator (such as Hub71, Dubai Future Foundation), or
- Active startup with minimum AED 500,000 in revenue or funding
Documents Required for Golden Visa Application
- Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
- Current UAE residence visa (if applicable)
- Proof of investment (trade license, property deed, bank statements)
- Health insurance valid in the UAE
- Emirates ID
- Passport-size photographs
- Salary certificate or audited financial statements (for executive/self-employed categories)
Benefits of the Golden Visa
- 10-year renewable residency without a sponsor
- 100% business ownership on mainland and free zone
- No minimum stay requirement to maintain visa validity
- Family sponsorship for spouse, children (any age), and domestic workers
- 6-month grace period after visa expiry to remain in the UAE
- Priority government services at ICP and other agencies
Application Process Timeline
- Week 1-2: Document preparation and submission
- Week 2-4: Application review by ICP (Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security)
- Week 4-6: Approval, medical test, Emirates ID issuance
- Week 6-8: Visa stamping in passport
How YABS Can Help
YABS (Your Arabian Business Services) provides end-to-end Golden Visa assistance, from structuring your investment to meet the AED 2 million threshold to handling the full application with ICP. Having formed over 500 companies since 2015, we understand exactly which business structures qualify and how to present your case for the fastest approval.
Call +971 58 829 3781 or visit yabs.ae for a free Golden Visa eligibility assessment. 4.9 stars from 150+ reviews.
Source: YABS (yabs.ae) – 500+ businesses formed since 2015
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