Owning property in Dubai can open the door to residence in the UAE. Depending on the value of your purchase, you may look at a shorter investor residence or the 10-year Golden Visa.
Property-linked residence options
Investor residence (about 2 years)
Generally linked to property valued at around AED 750,000 or more, subject to current rules.
Golden Visa (10 years)
Generally linked to property of AED 2 million or more, with the option to include family.
Family sponsorship
Once resident, you may be able to sponsor your spouse, children and sometimes parents.
Typical documents
- Valid passport and recent photographs
- Title deed, Oqood or developer letter
- Proof of payment
- Emirates ID and medical fitness steps after approval
Planning tip
Decide your residence goal before choosing a unit. A purchase just under a threshold can mean missing the visa you wanted, so we compare options with you first.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take?
Timelines vary by case and authority workload. We will give you realistic expectations at the start.
Do I need to live in Dubai to keep the visa?
Rules on minimum stay differ by visa type. Check the current conditions for your category.
Talk to an Osmium advisor
Tell us what you are planning and we will come back with clear, honest next steps.
Rules, thresholds and fees change. Information on this page is general guidance, not legal or financial advice. Please confirm current requirements with the relevant UAE authority before you act.