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Dubai Investor Visa / Partner Visa
At a glance

Quick facts

No minimum investment; Typical timeline 2 months; 3 highlights

Minimum investment
No minimum
Currency: AED
Typical timeline
From application start
Highlights
  • Investor Visa
  • Partner Visa
  • Business Setup
~10 sec

Quick eligibility check

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1Question 1 of 4 — Do you hold company shares in a UAE-licensed business?
2Question 2 of 4 — Is your trade license and establishment card valid?
3Question 3 of 4 — Do you have proof of investment or share certificate?
4Question 4 of 4 — Are you planning to sponsor family members?

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Company snapshot

Investor Visa UAEPartner Visa DubaiBusiness Residency in UAE
Entity type
Investor or Partner Visa (via UAE company shareholding)
Ownership
Based on valid shares or registered investment in a licensed UAE entity
Office / facility
Business license and office required under registered company

Program overview

The Dubai Investor / Partner Visa allows foreign investors and entrepreneurs to obtain UAE residency through verified company shareholding or business investment.
This visa enables holders to live, work, and manage their business in Dubai, while also sponsoring family members under their residence permit.
Valid for 2–3 years and renewable, the Investor Visa offers long-term stability, access to UAE banking, utilities, and eligibility for an upgrade to the Golden Visa for larger investments.

Eligibility & Sponsorship Rules

Salary/role guidance used by authorities when issuing employment visas/sponsorship.

LevelMinimum salaryNotes
Company ShareholderAED 50,000Minimum share capital or investment value under a UAE-registered company.
Golden Visa InvestorAED 2,000,000Applicable for 5–10 year Golden Visa categories based on total investment.
  • Visa issued under company establishment card; valid while business remains active.
  • Residence renewable every 2–3 years subject to valid license.
  • Dependants can be sponsored after principal visa activation.

Government fees

Official

Government fees

Total (AED): AED 7,000
  • Entry Permit

    Electronic permit to start visa process.

    AED 1,050
  • Status Change

    For in-country visa conversion.

    AED 750
  • Medical & Emirates ID

    Includes test and ID card.

    AED 1,200
  • Investor Visa Stamping

    2–3 year residence visa issuance.

    AED 2,500
  • Dependent Visa

    Optional family sponsorship.

    AED 1,500

Eligibility

  • Valid passport with at least six months validity and recent photos.
  • Active company license, Memorandum of Association, and establishment card.
  • Proof of shareholding or investment such as share certificate.
  • Completed medical test and Emirates ID registration.
  • Clean immigration record and attested documents if required.

Key benefits

  • UAE residency through verified shareholding or business investment.
  • Eligibility to sponsor family members and domestic staff.
  • Residence independent of employment or local sponsor.
  • Full rights to manage and operate your business.
  • Option to upgrade to Golden Visa for higher investments.

After Your UAE Investor Visa Is Issued

Typical actions after license & visas are issued.

  1. Open a UAE corporate or personal bank account and activate lease or utilities.
  2. Sponsor dependants — spouse, children, or parents — as per UAE visa rules.
  3. Renew your trade license and residence visa before expiry.
  4. Maintain Emirates ID and mandatory health insurance.
  5. Upgrade to UAE Golden Visa when eligible through higher investment.

Application process

Process

How it works

  1. Step 1: Verify Eligibility and Ownership

    Confirm valid shareholding and company license with DET or free zone authority.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  2. Step 2: Prepare and Submit Documents

    Provide MoA, share certificate, and establishment card for entry permit.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  3. Step 3: Status Change or Entry

    Activate visa through in-country status change or entry with permit.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  4. Step 4: Medical and Emirates ID

    Complete health test and biometrics; receive digital Emirates ID.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  5. Step 5: Visa Stamping and Activation

    Get 2–3 year investor visa; open bank account and sponsor dependants.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Dubai Economy & Tourism (DET)

Authority-specific notes

  • Investor or Partner Visa issued under active mainland or free zone license.
  • Memorandum of Association (MoA) must reflect actual ownership share.
GDRFA Dubai

Authority-specific notes

  • Handles visa stamping, status change, and Emirates ID issuance.
  • Full digital processing through approved GDRFA portals.

Who this program is NOT for

  • Expired or inactive company license or establishment card.
  • Unverified or low-value shareholding below eligibility threshold.
  • Outstanding fines or compliance issues with DET or GDRFA.

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Frequently asked questions

Usually issued for 2 to 3 years and renewable if company and ownership stay active.

Yes, you can sponsor your spouse, children, parents, and domestic staff if you meet income and documentation rules.

Around AED 50,000 in share value for partner visa; AED 2 million or more for Golden Visa eligibility.

You must enter the UAE at least once every 180 days to keep the visa valid.

Yes, higher investment or property ownership can qualify you for a 5–10 year Golden Visa.
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