DUBAI – The Government of Dubai issues a 10-year golden visa to the foreign investors who invest in real estate or public investments.
It has a 10-year residency limit but is extendable under the same conditions. In a short span of time, Dubai has emerged as a leading investment destination for investors from across the world, including Pakistan.
Investors are required to bring proof of ownership of a financial deposit of a certain amount in a bank in the UAE. It may be in the form of investment bonds or sukuk.
The applicant is also required to submit a proof of residence in the Emirate of Dubai.
Minimum Deposits in UAE Banks Required for Golden Visa
The applicants are required to deposit minimum value of 2 million Dirhams in banks to apply for the Gold Visa in category of investors. Following the investment, the banks issue a letter of evidence to facilitate the long-term Golden visa for residency in the UAE.
Local banks facilitate their clients to get long-term visas upon depositing Dh2 million.
Golden Visa Fee January 2025
The Golden Visa fee in Dubai stands at AED 1,100 while authorities receive following extra charges:
Knowledge dirham: AED10
Innovation dirham: AED10
Fee inside the country: AED500
Delivery: AED20
Note: The issuance fee increases by AED100 annually whenever the residency is over two years.
