UAE Golden Visa Eligibility Checker 2026
Check which UAE Golden Visa categories you may qualify for. Built on the current (2026) thresholds published by u.ae, GDRFA Dubai, and ICP.
Quantitative inputs (leave 0 if not applicable)
Qualitative categories (tick if applicable)
How to use
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Enter any UAE-based assets, salary, GPA, or project values that apply to you. Leave 0 for anything that doesn't apply.
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Tick any flags for the qualitative categories (doctor, artist, humanitarian, frontline).
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The result lists every category you appear to qualify under, and the longest-duration visa available across them.
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This is an eligibility indicator — the issuing decision rests with ICP / GDRFA. Verify against u.ae before applying.
Frequently asked questions
Most categories (public investor, real estate investor, specialised talents, outstanding university students, humanitarian, frontline heroes) grant 10 years. Entrepreneurs and outstanding high school students get 5 years. Both are renewable.
Yes — the older rule requiring at least AED 1 million paid upfront was scrapped in February 2026. Today, a property value of AED 2 million (or aggregate across multiple properties) qualifies, including mortgaged properties (with bank NOC) and off-plan. This is a meaningful expansion of eligibility.
Basic salary only, since the January 2026 rule restoration. Housing allowance, transport allowance and other allowances do not count toward the threshold. The MOHRE occupational level (1 or 2) and attested bachelor's degree minimum also apply.
Yes — Golden Visa holders can sponsor spouse, children (no age cap for children under Golden Visa), parents, and unlimited domestic workers, without the usual salary threshold required for standard residence visa sponsorship.
Nomination by an authority (ICP / GDRFA Dubai for most, ADRO for Abu Dhabi-specific) or self-application via the relevant emirate's portal. Documents include passport, Emirates ID, proof of qualifying status (title deed, salary cert, degree, etc.), medical examination, and entry permit. Most applications resolve within 2-4 weeks.
Cross-check against u.ae Golden Visa guidance, GDRFA Dubai's category pages, or ADRO for Abu Dhabi. The thresholds in this calculator are accurate as of June 2026 — but the Golden Visa rules expand periodically (the property threshold change in Feb 2026 is a recent example), so verify the current page before submitting documents.
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Source: u.ae — Golden Visa; GDRFA Dubai; Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Ports Security (ICP) · Last verified 2026-06. u.ae — Golden Visa official guidance. This tool provides estimates only and is not legal, tax or financial advice. Always verify your specific situation with the relevant UAE authority or a licensed advisor before taking action.