UAE Golden Visa

UAE Golden Visa for Entrepreneurs

The UAE Golden Visa provides opportunity for Entrepreneurs to establish long-term residency in one of the world’s most dynamic economies.

Benefits of the Golden Visa?

Sponsor family members

Golden residency holders can sponsor their spouse, children, and other family members, including parents the 10 years residence visa. This benefit provides family stability with long-term residency rights.

No sponsor requirement for entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs and investors holding a UAE Golden Visa can live and work in the UAE without needing a local sponsor, providing greater autonomy. The visa holders can switch jobs without having to cancel and issue a new residence visa.

Extended residency for up to 10 years

The UAE Golden Visa grants residency for up to 10 years, allowing individuals to focus on growing their businesses or careers without the hassle of frequent renewals.

Retain residency status

Unlike traditional employment visas in the UAE, a UAE Golden Visa holder can exit the UAE for extended period of time without risking their residency status. Tjere is no limit on how long they can remain outside the UAE.

Ease of travel

Golden Visa holders enjoy hassle-free entry and exit from the UAE, simplifying global business dealings.

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Eligibility Criteria

Are you eligible for a UAE Golden Visa?

  • Pioneering projects: Approved ventures with documented impact or approval from UAE authorities OR
  • Income eligibility: Projects earning AED 1–2 million annually or sold for AED 7 million OR
  • Support from incubators: Endorsement from the Ministry of Economy or an incubator for new ventures

Golden Visa Packages

Package 1:Golden Visa (Entrepreneur Category) (Use this package if you hold existing UAE residence Visa)
  • Includes 1 employment visa cancellation in ADGM.
  • Excludes medical screening.
  • Excludes nomination approval assistance.
Package 1:Golden Visa (Entrepreneur Category) (Use this package if you hold existing UAE residence Visa)
  • Includes 1 employment visa cancellation in ADGM.
  • Excludes medical screening.
  • Excludes nomination approval assistance.
Required Documents
  • Passport Copy – valid for more than 6 months
  • UAE Residence visa copy
  • UAE Emirates ID copy
  • Valid UAE Health Insurance
  • UAE Tawtheeq copy under applicant name– registered lease agreement in Abu Dhabi
  • Hub71 Incentive Agreement with partner or founder name
  • Hub71 Accetance Letter with partner or founder name
  • ADGM License copy
  • ADGM business extraxct, with partner or foudner name reflecting in the extract
  • Business Concept Overview Deck

Timeline: 3-4 weeks through Entrepreneur option

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