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How to apply for Golden Visa UAE

To apply for golden visa uae, here’s a straightforward guide on how to get started:

 

Step 1: Check Your Eligibility

  • Begin by determining if you are eligible for a Golden Visa. The UAE offers various categories for these long-term visas, so you need to find out which one suits your situation.
  • Abu Dhabi Residents Office (ADRO) has an online tool with 17 questions to help you assess your eligibility. Even if you plan to apply from another Emirate, this tool is a good starting point to understand your eligibility.

 

Step 2: Prepare Your Documents and Recommendations

  • Once you’ve identified the Golden Visa category you’re eligible for, the next step is to gather the necessary documents.
  • Some categories may require recommendations from relevant government departments. For example, if you’re applying as a ‘creative professional,’ you may need a recommendation from the Ministry of Culture and Youth or Dubai Culture if you’re applying in Dubai.
  • To obtain a list of required documents for your category, you can contact the Amer service in Dubai at 800 5111. Amer centers handle visa applications for the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai.

 

Step 3: Initiate Your Application

  • After ensuring you meet the criteria for your chosen Golden Visa category, you can start the application process.
  • You can apply online or visit an Amer center in Dubai or an ICP customer happiness center.

 

Online Application (Dubai):

  1. Visit the GDRFA (General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs) website for Dubai’s online Golden Visa application service.
  2. Select your specific Golden Visa category.
  3. Log in using your GDRFA account or UAE Pass.
  4. Fill out the application form, providing details such as your current residency information, residence visa number, UID number, registered tenancy contract, and International Bank Account (IBAN) number.
  5. Attach the required documents, including passport copies, Emirates ID copies, and documents proving your eligibility for the chosen Golden Visa category.
  6. Make the necessary payment for application fees.
  7. If any documents are missing, you will receive an SMS notification. Ensure that you attach the required documents within 30 days to avoid application cancellation.
  8. If your application is approved, you will be notified via SMS and email.

Amer Center Application (Dubai):

  1. Visit an Amer Center service branch.
  2. Select the relevant service at the reception.
  3. Submit the required documents to the service employee.
  4. Pay the applicable fees.
  5. Similar to the online application, you will receive an SMS notification if any documents are missing or if additional information is needed.
  6. Approval notifications will be sent via SMS and email.

Step 4: Complete a Medical Fitness Test

  • After approval by the immigration authority, you must undergo a medical fitness test.

 

Step 5: Apply for Your Emirates ID

  • Apply for your Emirates ID by visiting an ICP customer happiness center. Locate a center near you by using this link: ICP Customer Happiness Centers.

What is the minimum monthly salary required to apply for Golden Visa?

The Golden Visa gives long-haul residency to 10 years to people meeting explicit measures: those procuring a monthly pay surpassing AED 30,000, making speculations of AED 2 million or more, or possessing off-plan properties esteemed at AED 2 million or more.

How to check the status of my Golden Visa application?

Here’s a simple guide to check the status of your Golden Visa application:

Step 1: Go to the website https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/track-visa-application-and-validity.

Step 2: Click on ‘Track Your Application Status’.

Step 3: Enter your ‘Request Number’.

Can a family Visa be applied for if the applicant is outside of the country?

Since the applicants physical presence is necessary within the country during the completion of the residency proceedings and the applicant is not allowed to travel during the procedure. It is not possible to apply for a family visa if the person is outside of it.

Can I get golden Visa on the basis of property?

Yes, you can obtain a Golden Visa based on property ownership, provided that the property's value is at least 2 million AED.

How much time would it take to complete the process?

At Golden Visa Consultants, we can fast-track the Golden Visa process, completing it within 48 hours for eligible candidates. However, the overall processing time may vary depending on the category and specific requirements.

Is the 10-year Investor Visa in Dubai the same as the Golden Visa?

Yes, the 10-year Investor Visa is one of the categories that falls under Dubai’s Golden Visa program, providing long-term residency benefits to investors.

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