How to get the UAE 10-year Golden Visa through property, plus 49 off-plan homes priced from AED 2 to 3 million that can meet the threshold.
How the Golden Visa Works for Property Buyers
The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residence visa, usually issued for 10 years and renewable, that you can obtain by owning property. In Dubai the key rule is simple: the property (or properties) registered in your name must be worth at least AED 2 million, based on the value certified by the Dubai Land Department (DLD).
- Off-plan counts: off-plan homes bought from approved developers can qualify based on their registered value.
- Mortgaged homes count: under current rules a mortgaged property is assessed on its value, with a no-objection letter from your bank. Older guides that ask for 50% or AED 1 million paid off are out of date.
- More than one property: you can combine several properties to reach AED 2 million.
- Joint ownership: each owner's share normally needs to be worth at least AED 2 million on its own (spouses may have different rules).
- Family: holders can usually sponsor a spouse, children and in some cases parents.
Rules and fees change. Always confirm the latest requirements with the DLD and the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) before you buy; we will check them for you as part of the purchase.
Steps to Get the Golden Visa Through Property
- Choose a property (or properties) worth AED 2 million or more in total.
- Sign the sale agreement and register it with the DLD (Oqood for off-plan, title deed for ready homes).
- If you have a mortgage, get a no-objection letter from your bank.
- Apply through the DLD or GDRFA Golden Visa service with your passport, photo and property documents.
- Complete the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics.
Expect government fees of roughly AED 10,000 or more for the application, plus medical and Emirates ID costs. These change from time to time.
Off-Plan Homes in Dubai from AED 2–3 Million
New projects whose starting price is within reach of the threshold. Check that the specific unit you choose is valued at AED 2 million or more.
| Project | Location | From | Handover & plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sobha Solis Sobha Realty | Motor City | AED 2M | Q4 2027 40/60 |
| Volga Tower by Tiger, JVT Tiger Properties | Jumeirah Village Triangle | AED 2.01M | Q4 2026 30/70 |
| EVERGR1N House 4 by Object One Object 1 | Jumeirah Garden City | AED 2.02M | Q2 2027 50/50 |
| The Edit at d3 Dubai Holding Real Estate (Nakheel + Meraas) | Dubai Design District | AED 2.03M | Q3 2030 75/25 |
| Cove Edition 2 by Imtiaz IMTIAZ | Dubailand Residence Complex | AED 2.04M | Q4 2026 30/70 |
| Cove Boulevard by Imtiaz IMTIAZ | Dubailand Residence Complex | AED 2.05M | Q2 2028 20/10/70 |
| Everly Place by Ellington Ellington Properties | Meydan | AED 2.05M | Q2 2029 20/50/30 |
| Hillside Residences at Wasl Gate Wasl Properties | Wasl Gate, Jebel Ali Village | AED 2.08M | Q4 2027 40/60 |
| Design Quarter at d3 Dubai Holding Real Estate (Nakheel + Meraas) | Dubai Design District | AED 2.1M | Q2 2027 40/60 |
| Eltiera Views by Ellington Ellington Properties | Jumeirah Islands | AED 2.12M | Q4 2029 70/30 |
| Safa Gate by DAMAC DAMAC Properties | Sheikh Zayed Road | AED 2.13M | Q4 2029 60/40 |
| Samana Park Meadows Samana Developers | Dubailand Residence Complex | AED 2.15M | Q1 2028 50/50 incl. 25-month post-handover |
| Wellington Ocean, Dubai Islands Wellington Developments | Dubai Islands | AED 2.15M | Q1 2027 55/45 with post-handover |
| Samana Barari Lagoons Samana Developers | Majan | AED 2.23M | Q2 2028 1% monthly |
| Marina Shores by Emaar EMAAR Properties | Dubai Marina | AED 2.25M | Q2 2027 20/40/40 |
| Samana Imperial Garden Samana Developers | Arjan | AED 2.28M | Q1 2029 20/10/10 + 60% over 60 months |
| Samana Ibiza Samana Developers | Dubailand Residence Complex | AED 2.29M | Q1 2028 1% monthly |
| Verona at DAMAC Hills 2 DAMAC Properties | DAMAC Hills 2 | AED 2.32M | Q4 2026 On request |
| The Symphony by Imtiaz IMTIAZ | Meydan | AED 2.4M | Q2 2029 35/65 |
| Sensia by Beyond Beyond | Dubai Maritime City | AED 2.4M | Q3 2028 50/50 |
| Portside Square by Ellington Ellington Properties | Rashid Yachts & Marina | AED 2.44M | Q4 2029 70/30 |
| Volta Tower by DAMAC, Downtown Dubai DAMAC Properties | Downtown Dubai | AED 2.46M | Q2 2028 60/40 |
| Chelsea Residences by DAMAC DAMAC Properties | Dubai Maritime City | AED 2.46M | Q4 2029 60/40 |
| Sunset Bay Grand by Imtiaz IMTIAZ | Dubai Islands | AED 2.47M | Q4 2027 20/15/65 |
| Natura at DAMAC Hills 2 DAMAC Properties | DAMAC Hills 2 | AED 2.57M | Q2 2027 70/30 |
| South Park Residences by Wellington Wellington Developments | Dubai Industrial City | AED 2.6M | Q4 2026 30/70 |
| Soulever by Beyond Beyond | Dubai Maritime City | AED 2.6M | Q1 2029 50/50 |
| Grove Ridge at Emaar South EMAAR Properties | Emaar South | AED 2.63M | Q3 2029 80/20 |
| Golf Verge at Emaar South EMAAR Properties | Emaar South | AED 2.64M | Q2 2029 80/20 |
| City Walk Crestlane Dubai Holding Real Estate (Nakheel + Meraas) | City Walk | AED 2.65M | Q2 2030 75/25 |
| Kanyon by Beyond Beyond | Dubai Maritime City | AED 2.7M | Q2 2029 50/50 |
| Golf Dale at Emaar South EMAAR Properties | Emaar South | AED 2.7M | Q4 2028 10/70/20 |
| Samana Rome Samana Developers | Mohammed Bin Rashid City | AED 2.73M | Q4 2027 40/60 post-handover |
| Elara at Madinat Jumeirah Living Dubai Holding Real Estate (Nakheel + Meraas) | Madinat Jumeirah Living | AED 2.73M | Q4 2026 20/80 |
| Nourelle at Madinat Jumeirah Living Dubai Holding Real Estate (Nakheel + Meraas) | Madinat Jumeirah Living | AED 2.73M | Q2 2029 75/25 |
| Parkside Views at Dubai Hills Estate EMAAR Properties | Dubai Hills Estate | AED 2.76M | Q1 2027 20/20/60 |
| Ghaf Woods Majid Al Futtaim | Dubailand | AED 2.78M | Q3 2029 40/60 |
| Anwa Aria by Beyond Beyond | Dubai Maritime City | AED 2.82M | Q1 2027 80/20 post-handover |
| Club Place at Dubai Hills Estate EMAAR Properties | Dubai Hills Estate | AED 2.85M | Q4 2027 80/20 |
| Diamondz by Danube Danube Properties | Jumeirah Lake Towers | AED 2.85M | Q1 2028 30/70 |
| Valo at Dubai Creek Harbour EMAAR Properties | Dubai Creek Harbour | AED 2.9M | Q1 2028 10/70/20 |
| Golf Hillside at Dubai Hills Estate EMAAR Properties | Dubai Hills Estate | AED 2.9M | Q4 2027 10/70/20 |
| Hado by Beyond Beyond | Dubai Islands | AED 2.94M | Q3 2029 50/50 |
| Samana Ocean Crest Samana Developers | Dubai Islands | AED 2.94M | Q3 2028 1% monthly over 70 months |
| DAMAC Casa, Dubai Media City DAMAC Properties | Dubai Media City & Al Sufouh | AED 3M | Q2 2028 60/40 |
| DAMAC Islands DAMAC Properties | DAMAC Islands | AED 3M | Q4 2028 75/25 |
Elsewhere in the UAE from AED 2–3 Million
Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah have their own property routes to residency. Ask us which applies to your purchase.
| Project | Location | From | Handover & plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anantara Sharjah Residences ARADA | Sharjah Waterfront | AED 2.51M | Q4 2027 25/75 |
| Masaar 3 by Arada ARADA | Masaar, Sharjah | AED 2.67M | Q1 2029 30/70 |
| Sei Saadiyat by Aldar Aldar Properties | Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi | AED 3M | Q4 2030 5/45/50 |
More Ways to Reach AED 2 Million
- Villas and townhouses: almost all are above AED 2 million. See our villas & townhouses guide.
- Branded and waterfront homes: see branded residences and waterfront properties.
- Two smaller apartments: combine two units, for example from our under AED 1 million guide, to reach the threshold.
Speak to an adviser for current availability, floor plans and the latest prices.
Frequently asked
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At least AED 2 million in total property value, as certified by the Dubai Land Department for Dubai property.
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