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YOUR RESIDENCY, MADE CLEAR
UAE RESIDENCY
A clear path to living, working and building your future in the UAE.
Which Residency Option Is Right For You?
Your residency route depends on your situation, plans and eligibility. We help you understand the available options and choose the right path before you start the application process.
Employment Residency
For professionals employed by a UAE-based company.
For professionals employed by a UAE-based company.
Investor & Business Residency
For entrepreneurs, partners and business owners establishing their activities in the UAE.
For entrepreneurs, partners and business owners establishing their activities in the UAE.
Property-Based Residency For eligible property owners and investors who meet the required conditions.
Golden Residency
A long-term residency option for eligible investors, professionals and other qualifying applicants.
A long-term residency option for eligible investors, professionals and other qualifying applicants.
What You Need Before Applying
Every residency route has its own requirements. Preparing the right documents in advance can make the process faster and help avoid unnecessary delays.
Personal Documents
Passport, passport-size photo and other personal documents required for your selected residency route.
Proof of Eligibility
Documents confirming the basis of your residency, such as employment, property ownership, investment or business activity
Supporting Documents
Depending on your situation, additional documents may be required, including marriage or birth certificates, educational documents or proof of income.
UAE Requirements
Some applications require medical examination, Emirates ID registration, insurance or other procedures after entering the UAE.
Which UAE Residency Is Right for You?
Your residency route depends on how you plan to live, work and invest in the UAE.
For those moving to the UAE for employment.
If you have a job with a UAE-based company, your employer can generally sponsor your residence visa.
This option is suitable for professionals who are relocating to Dubai for a new position or transferring their career to the UAE.
Usually involves: Employment offer → work permit → entry/residency procedures → medical examination → Emirates ID.
If you have a job with a UAE-based company, your employer can generally sponsor your residence visa.
This option is suitable for professionals who are relocating to Dubai for a new position or transferring their career to the UAE.
Usually involves: Employment offer → work permit → entry/residency procedures → medical examination → Emirates ID.
For property owners in the UAE.
Buying property can provide a route to UAE residency if the property and ownership meet the applicable requirements.
The exact type and duration of residency depend on the value of the property and current regulations.
Suitable for: People who want to live in Dubai while owning residential property, as well as investors who are considering the UAE real estate market.
Buying property can provide a route to UAE residency if the property and ownership meet the applicable requirements.
The exact type and duration of residency depend on the value of the property and current regulations.
Suitable for: People who want to live in Dubai while owning residential property, as well as investors who are considering the UAE real estate market.
For entrepreneurs, investors and business owners.
If you are planning to establish a company, invest in a UAE business or operate your own business, there are several residency routes available.
For example, the UAE Green Residency is a 5-year renewable residence option available to certain skilled professionals, freelancers, self-employed people, investors and business partners.
Suitable for: Business owners, entrepreneurs, freelancers, investors and professionals building an independent career in the UAE.
If you are planning to establish a company, invest in a UAE business or operate your own business, there are several residency routes available.
For example, the UAE Green Residency is a 5-year renewable residence option available to certain skilled professionals, freelancers, self-employed people, investors and business partners.
Suitable for: Business owners, entrepreneurs, freelancers, investors and professionals building an independent career in the UAE.
Long-term residency for eligible investors, entrepreneurs and exceptional professionals.
The Golden Residency is a renewable 5- or 10-year residence option that does not require a traditional sponsor and provides additional flexibility for eligible residents and their families.
There are several ways to qualify.
For example: Real estate investors Property ownership of at least AED 2 million can qualify for a 5-year Golden Residency, subject to the applicable requirements. Public investment investors Certain investment structures with capital of at least AED 2 million can qualify for a 10-year Golden Residency.
Entrepreneurs Owners of qualifying innovative or technology-focused projects may be eligible for a 5-year Golden Residency, subject to additional approvals and documentation.
Exceptional specialists and talents Doctors, scientists, inventors, executives, athletes, PhD holders and specialists in certain scientific and engineering fields may qualify under specific criteria.
The Golden Residency is a renewable 5- or 10-year residence option that does not require a traditional sponsor and provides additional flexibility for eligible residents and their families.
There are several ways to qualify.
For example: Real estate investors Property ownership of at least AED 2 million can qualify for a 5-year Golden Residency, subject to the applicable requirements. Public investment investors Certain investment structures with capital of at least AED 2 million can qualify for a 10-year Golden Residency.
Entrepreneurs Owners of qualifying innovative or technology-focused projects may be eligible for a 5-year Golden Residency, subject to additional approvals and documentation.
Exceptional specialists and talents Doctors, scientists, inventors, executives, athletes, PhD holders and specialists in certain scientific and engineering fields may qualify under specific criteria.
Not Sure Which Route Applies to You?
You don’t have to choose your residency category before understanding your options.
Your eligibility may depend on your employment, income, property, business activity, qualifications, investment and family situation.
We help you understand which residency routes may be available to you and what the process requires.
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Your eligibility may depend on your employment, income, property, business activity, qualifications, investment and family situation.
We help you understand which residency routes may be available to you and what the process requires.
We've prepared a new professional course and the first lesson is free. You can check it right now!
What Does UAE Residency Cost?
The total cost and processing time depend on the residency route, your personal situation and the services required during the application process.
Typical expenses may include:
* government and application fees;
* medical examination;
* Emirates ID;
* health insurance;
* document attestation and translation;
* additional services depending on your residency route.
Small note: Costs and requirements may change depending on the selected residency category and current UAE regulations.
* government and application fees;
* medical examination;
* Emirates ID;
* health insurance;
* document attestation and translation;
* additional services depending on your residency route.
Small note: Costs and requirements may change depending on the selected residency category and current UAE regulations.
Avoid The Most Common Residency Mistakes
Moving to the UAE involves more than submitting an application. Choosing the wrong residency route or preparing incomplete documents can lead to delays, additional expenses and unnecessary complications.We help develop young architecture companies and teams that innovate urban planning
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Choosing the wrong residency routeNot every residency option is suitable for every situation. - Using outdated informationUAE residency rules and requirements can change, so relying on old advice can lead to incorrect decisions.
- Incomplete documentsMissing or incorrectly prepared documents can delay the application process.
- Ignoring the family situationYour own residency is only part of the process if you are moving with a spouse or children.
FAQ
Yes, depending on the residency route and your circumstances, the process can begin while you are outside the UAE.
Yes. Employment is only one possible basis for UAE residency. Property ownership, investment, business activity and other qualifying categories may also provide residency options.
Depending on your residency status and the applicable requirements, residents may be able to sponsor eligible family members.
Processing time varies depending on the residency category, documents and government procedures involved.
No. Property ownership is only one of several possible residency routes.
They are different residency categories with different eligibility requirements, duration and conditions.
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