UAE Long Term Visa for Property Investors 2026
UAE property investors can qualify for a 10-year Golden Visa or a 2-year property investor visa. Here is the 2026 guide to both options.
In this guide:
Property Investor Visa Options
- Golden Visa (10 years): AED 2,000,000+ in UAE property value; self-sponsored; best for high-value investors
- Property investor visa (2 years): AED 1,000,000+ in UAE property; renewable; issued by DLD (Dubai Land Department) or equivalent
Dubai Property Investor Visa (2-Year)
- Threshold: Property value AED 1,000,000 or above
- Mortgage properties: Can include mortgaged properties if minimum AED 1M paid-up equity
- Issued by: DLD (Dubai) or relevant emirate authority
- Benefits: UAE residency; Emirates ID; family sponsorship
Golden Visa via Property (10-Year)
- Threshold: AED 2,000,000+ property value (must not be mortgaged above AED 2M threshold)
- Multiple properties: Can combine two or more properties to reach AED 2M
- Benefits: 10-year residency; no minimum stay requirement; self-sponsored
Property + Free Zone Company Combined Strategy
- Many investors: Buy UAE property (for visa or investment return) + set up UAE free zone company (for business income)
- Dual benefit: Property investor visa ensures UAE residency; free zone company enables business
- Tax efficiency: UAE rental income is tax-free for UAE residents; no capital gains tax on property