Overview

What is the UAE Golden Visa?

The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residence scheme granting 5 or 10-year renewable residency to qualifying investors, entrepreneurs, skilled professionals and exceptional talents. Holders can sponsor family members and household staff.

Investor

Investment Visa

10-year renewable

AED 2 million+ in UAE property

AED 2 million+ in approved investment fund

Deposit of AED 2 million+ in UAE bank

Covers family and domestic staff

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Entrepreneur

Entrepreneur Visa

5 or 10-year renewable

Existing project valued AED 500,000+

OR approval from an accredited UAE incubator

Covers partners and family

Must have a UAE trade licence

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Skilled Professional

10-year renewable

Doctors, engineers, scientists, IT specialists

Minimum AED 30,000/month salary

Employment in UAE private sector

Bachelor's degree or higher

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Scientists & Researchers

10-year renewable

PhD or Master's in science, engineering or related field

Recognition from a reputable scientific institution

Significant contributions: research, patents or innovation

Recommendation from a UAE scientific authority

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Outstanding Students

5-year (secondary) / 10-year (graduates)

Secondary school: minimum 95% grade (UAE or international)

University: minimum GPA of 3.75 upon graduation

Applicable to UAE and international universities

Available within 2 years of graduation

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Why the Golden Visa

Key Benefits

10 yrs

Renewable Residency

No employer sponsor required. Renewable on the same terms.

0%

Personal Income Tax

No tax on personal income from employment or investment distributions.

6 mo

Absence Allowance

Maintain residency with up to 6 months outside the UAE per year.

Family

Full Family Inclusion

Covers spouse, children of any age, parents, and domestic staff.

~30d

Processing Time

Typical government review period. Marensa tracks and expedites.

Starting Investment

AED 2M

Real estate pathway. Other categories have no minimum investment.

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What's Included

Our Golden Visa Service

We manage the complete Golden Visa process: from eligibility assessment through to Emirates ID issuance — so you can focus on your business while we handle the paperwork.

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Eligibility assessment across all Golden Visa categories
Document checklist and preparation guidance
Application submission and ICA liaison
Status tracking and follow-up
Family member sponsorship applications
Emirates ID and UAE visa stamping
Health insurance guidance and coordination
Company setup support where required for eligibility

Application Process

How It Works

01

Eligibility Assessment

We review your profile against all Golden Visa categories and identify the most appropriate pathway: or combinations — based on your circumstances.

02

Document Preparation

We provide a precise document checklist and guide you through preparation — including attestation requirements, translation and notarisation where needed.

03

Submission & Processing

We submit the application through the appropriate ICA or GDRFA channel and track progress — following up with the authorities as required.

04

Visa Issuance & Emirates ID

Once approved, we guide you through the visa stamping process and Emirates ID application — completing your UAE residency establishment.

05

Family Sponsorship

We manage the sponsorship of spouse, children and qualifying dependants — including all documentation and submission requirements.