UAE
Residency by Investment
The UAE’s residence-by-investment program, also known as Golden Visa, grants long-term residency to foreign investors, entrepreneurs, and skilled individuals in one of the world’s leading business hubs. Through the Golden Visa, applicants benefit from top-tier infrastructure, an advantageous tax environment, and a safe, high-quality lifestyle for their families.
The UAE’s economy exceeded global forecasts in 2021, reaching AED 1.489 trillion — the strongest performance in the region. Major credit agencies have affirmed the country’s stability, with Fitch assigning an AA- rating and Moody’s giving an AA2, both with a stable outlook, making the UAE the highest-rated sovereign in the Middle East.
Real estate also continues to offer strong value for investors. The country ranks among the world’s top 30 jurisdictions for ease of doing business, and despite introducing VAT in 2018, residents are not subject to personal income, capital, net-worth, or withholding taxes (outside the oil and banking sectors). Multiple double-tax treaties further enhance its appeal.
Requirements and Investment Options
You must be over 18 and have a clean criminal record with no potential national security or reputational risk.
Why UAE?
The UAE offers a prime strategic location linking Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe, making it an ideal base for global business and travel. It provides a safe, high-quality living environment with excellent international schools, where families — including spouses and unmarried children of any age — can be included without extra investment. Ranked among the world’s top 30 countries for ease of doing business, the UAE also features a highly attractive tax system with no personal income, capital, net-worth, or withholding taxes in most sectors, supported by numerous double-tax treaties. Investors benefit from strong real estate value, a streamlined residency process, and the stability of a nation that is a member of the UN, GCC, and Arab League.