Investor residence in UAE
The UAE offers various residency options for work, investment, self-employment, and property ownership. Each option has different requirements, costs, and durations, allowing individuals to choose what best suits their needs.
Types of residence in UAE
There are many types of residencies in the UAE, each with its own documents and requirements. These residencies include:
Investor Residency
Investor residency is granted to individuals who invest in companies or real estate in the UAE. The duration of this residency ranges from 3 to 10 years.
Conditions:
- Proof of investment in a company or real estate of a certain value
- Investment in free zones or the mainland
- Submitting the required documents (passport, personal photos, articles of association, commercial license)
Duration: From 2 to 10 years
Cost: 7,500 to 15,000 thousand Emirati dirhams
Freelance Residence
Conditions:
Payment of the required fees.
Submission of proof of freelance work (contracts, invoices).
Registration in one of the free zones (such as Dubai Media City).
Duration: One year, renewable.
Cost: ranging from 7,500 to 15,000 AED annually.
Work Residence
Conditions:
- A job offer from an accredited entity in the UAE.
- Conducting a medical examination and obtaining a health fitness certificate.
- Submitting the required documents (passport, personal photos, employment contract).
Duration: Usually for two years.
Cost: The cost of a work residence ranges between 7,500 and 10,000 dirhams, including medical examination fees, ID card fees, and visa fees.
Real Estate Residence
Conditions:
Own a residential property worth AED 1 million or more.
Not residing outside the UAE for more than 6 consecutive months.
Duration: 2 years, renewable.
Cost:
Cost of the property itself (the property value must be at least AED 1 million).
Visa fees are approximately AED 5,000.
Golden Residence
Conditions:
- Deposit 2 million dirhams in an approved investment fund.
- Own a commercial or industrial license with a capital of at least 2 million dirhams.
- Be a partner in a company with a capital share of at least 2 million dirhams.
- Be a partner in a tax-paying establishment with an annual tax contribution of at least 250,000 dirhams.
Duration: 5 to 10 years.
Cost: Cost up to 5,000 dirhams
Family residency in UAE
Opportunity to bring family under a special residence visa
The UAE provides residents, employees, investors and business owners with the possibility of bringing their families with a special residence visa, according to basic conditions that include:
- The sponsor must have a valid residence.
- Achieve a monthly income of no less than 3,000 dirhams if housing is available.
- Conduct a mandatory medical examination for individuals over the age of 18.
- The possibility of mothers sponsoring their children in specific cases as decided by the competent authorities.
- Renew the parents’ residence visa annually.
Issuing investor residence in the UAE
If you are an investor or entrepreneur looking to establish a company and obtain a residency in Dubai, Emtiaaz Company is your ideal partner to achieve this quickly and efficiently. We provide you with a comprehensive set of advisory services that cover all the steps of establishing a company, from choosing the appropriate legal form to issuing an investor residency in UAE, while ensuring that all required documents are prepared and provided.
In addition, we help you issue residencies for your family members, whether they are your wife, children or parents, and provide you with comprehensive information about the types of residencies available in the Emirates and which ones suit your needs. Our team has extensive experience in the procedures and requirements for establishing companies and residencies, ensuring you have a smooth and easy experience. Contact us now to book a free consultation, and let us help you clarify the necessary steps to achieve your goals accurately.
