Golden Visa 2025: Long-Term Residency and Benefits for Professionals and Families in the UAE
The UAE is establishing itself as a top destination for entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals from around the world. The country offers a strategic location, zero personal income tax, and numerous business opportunities. Again in 2025, Dubai, as a cultural and economic hub, is especially attractive to foreigners who increasingly wish to reside in the metropolis long-term.
What is the Golden Visa?
The Golden Visa is a long-term residency permit valid for up to 10 years, allowing holders to live, work, study, and travel in the UAE without a local sponsor.
Key benefits available to every Golden Visa holder:
- Long-term residency of up to 10 years
- Work anywhere in the UAE without an employer sponsor
- No personal income tax
- Family residency – including spouse and children
- Sponsorship for domestic staff
- Discounts via the Esaad Card at thousands of shops, restaurants, and healthcare providers
- Access to high-quality healthcare
- Easy travel with multiple-entry privileges
In addition, the UAE government continuously expands the benefits of the Golden Visa, including recently added services:
- 24-hour international hotline
- Issuance of an electronic document for lost or damaged passports
- Repatriation of remains in case of death abroad
Who is eligible to apply?
- Investors: in public funds or real estate
- Entrepreneurs: with technology or innovative projects
- Outstanding professionals: doctors, scientists, creatives, top executives, engineers, athletes
- Outstanding students: top-performing school and university students
- Humanitarian pioneers: with proven contributions or donations over AED 2 million
- Frontline heroes: nurses, lab technicians, and other recognized roles
Special Promotion for Our Clients:
Free Golden Visa Service!
For a limited time, when purchasing a property* through our agency, you will receive full support and service for the Golden Visa application free of charge.
The standard value of this service is €4,500 / AED 18,000 and includes consultation, document preparation and submission, and full assistance throughout the entire process.
*Applicable for property purchases with a minimum value of AED 4.3 million / €1 million.
Now is the perfect opportunity to secure long-term residency in the UAE for you and your family, without any additional consultancy fees.
Read more from category For buyers and tenants
A New Dimension of Wine Tourism: The Art of Living Fully
31/08/2026
For buyers and tenants
Lora Petrova
Dubai Eases Rent Payments with New “Rent Now, Pay Later” Service
31/08/2026For buyers and tenantsUnique Estates Dubai
"Dubai Hour" returns with a new event in Sofia
25/08/2026For buyers and tenantsUnique Estates Dubai
Buying property in Dubai - what you need to know before investing
27/07/2026For buyers and tenantsUnique Estates DubaiMany of you probably ask this question when it comes time to change homes or purchase a new property. Why do I need an agency when there are websites show direct information from an owner?
Generally speaking, a real estate agent will save you time and effort, protect you from incorrect owners, and guide you seamlessly through the process.