Who may be eligible
Golden Visa routes may include qualifying investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, exceptional talents, outstanding students and other categories under current official rules. Eligibility must be checked by category and authority.
Prepare supporting evidence
Identity records, existing residency or entry details, qualifying investments, qualifications, employment or nomination records as applicable. Not every category uses the same documents.
Application route
Review the official category and eligibility criteria → choose the correct issuing authority → complete any required nomination or preapproval → submit documents → follow relevant residency and identity steps.
Family members
Sponsorship options and supporting documents for eligible relatives should be verified against the current official rules for the approved Golden Visa category.
Official UAE government resources
Dubai-issued immigration applications: GDRFA Dubai official website ↗
Other Emirates and Emirates ID: ICP Smart Services official portal ↗
Requirements and processing routes vary by service and emirate. Check the current official authority instructions before filing.
Next steps
Review your category, prepare the required documents and request an itemized estimate. SMART VISA provides private application guidance and is not a UAE government authority.
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