UAE Residence by Investment
UAE Residence by Investment

UAE Residence by Investment

Discover business and residence opportunities in the UAE
From $5000
For residence permit for business set up
Within 2 weeks
Getting Emirates ID
From $205000
Investment in real estate to get residence Permit for 2 years
Once in 180 days
Mandatory visit to enter UAE and keep residency status active

UAE Residence Program

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This Middle Eastern country possesses the highest standard of living in the world, a stable political system, favorable conditions for doing business, strong economy, comfort and security. Majestic skyscrapers, luxury hotels and shopping malls, beaches, summertime are present all year round. Building a business career in the UAE is prestigious.

The UAE possesses a very vast, flourishing real estate market, and lots of buyers have rushed there. It should be marked that the rental market in Dubai is very steady and gives a high return on investment. People receive good rental income or benefit from resale once bought real estate. Moreover, taxation policy is mild and favorable. Thus, it provides a very comfortable environment for the growth of richness and secure opportunities for investing.

The UAE has robust economy, business friendly environment, and perspectives for development. The major drivers of economy are petroleum, natural gas, and oil.

Capital
Abu Dhabi
Population
9,594,834
Official language
Arabic
Currency
UAE Dirham
The country's area
83600 sq. km

What does a UAE Residence Permit give?

1.
Stable political and economic system
This Middle Eastern country possesses the highest standard of living in the world, a stable political system, favorable conditions for doing business and a strong economy. UAE currency exchange is strictly connected to US dollar and didn't change for years. Real estate market transparent and rigorously regulated by rules and licensed activities.
2.
Access to global market
UAE residence gives you the opportunity to get your business to international level: financial market, transactions and logistics, global labor market, secured and transparent global investments’ market. The UAE signed more than 90 double tax treaties to facilitate international economic relations.
3.
Strong legal and regulatory framework
UAE is a secular state and a civil law jurisdiction with a strong legal and regulatory framework and stable and democratic government.
4.
Business opportunities
UAE is very popular among entrepreneurs, investors, coming in search for lucrative spot for their businesses. The country is number one on the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor Index. Businesses are exempt from corporate tax of only 9% which is considerably comparing to Europe or USA. Corporate tax 0% for income obtained outside of the country.
5.
Attractive real estate investment
UAE real estate market is considered the most attractive real estate market - strongly regulated, transparent, continuously growing, from 9% ROI.
6.
Access to high standard services
Renewable 2-10 years investor or Golden visa gives the right for the main applicant to sponsor all members of the family including domestic staff, to get a driver’s license and an access to government health services based on the health insurance. Children can be enrolled in prestigious British or American schools and get high-level and prestigious education with the further opportunity to enter the world-famous universities. You will have access to polo clubs, international business communities, casinos, etc.
7.
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Minimal package of documents is required for registration and the process takes the shortest possible time to obtain an Emirates ID.
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Visa-free countries with UAE residency

30 countries are available with a residence permit of the UAE
Germany
Maldives
Jordan
Serbia
Georgia
Seychelles
Armenia
Mauritius
Bahrain
Qatar
Antigua and Barbuda
Chile
Kuwait
Lebanon
Azerbaijan
Brunei
Japan
Kazakhstan
Oman
Saudi Arabia
Malaysia
Egypt
Morocco
Philippines
Singapore
South Korea
Fiji
Cook Islands
South Africa
Yemen

Tax Rates

There is no personal income tax for individuals. They also do not pay taxes on dividends, wealth, inheritance, gifts and capital gains.

Regarding real estate purchase tax, there are two types of taxes: a transfer fee and a registration fee. The price depends on the Emirate and the cost of the property. One has to pay AED 2,000 for property worth less than AED 500,000, and AED 4,000 for that of more than AED 500,000. After buying, one is due to obtain an ownership certificate.

There is no property tax in the UAE. Owners pay only an annual fee for the maintenance of property. It ranges between USD 15 and USD 60 per m2.

Corporate tax is at 9% rate. It applies to companies earning more than AED 375,000 per year.
VAT is 5%. A company has to register as a VAT payer with the Federal Tax Authority and pay this tax in case the income is more than AED 375,000 per year.

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Business set up

The UAE is very popular among entrepreneurs, investors, coming in search for lucrative spot for their businesses. The country is number one on the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor Index. It is a secular state and a civil law jurisdiction.

In the UAE, a company can be started in any of three jurisdictions: Mainland, Free Zone, Offshore.

Apart from numerous tax benefits, the UAE has dozens of free economic zones (FEZ) with special tax regimes. Each FEZ has its own specialization. From 2024, both Free Zone companies and Main land companies are subjects of the corporate tax of 9%.

Normal series of steps to open a company:

  1. Identify your business activity;
  2. Select an appropriate legal form;
  3. Register the name;
  4. Get permits and licenses;
  5. Register with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism;
  6. Register your business in Dubai Municipality;
  7. Open a corporate bank account for financial management.

Opening a bank account in the UAE

The procedure for opening a personal bank account is straightforward, as the country offers online banking services. This allows individuals to apply for an account online with ease. However, the process for opening a corporate bank account is more complex and typically requires additional steps that cannot be completed online.

To support international economic relations, the UAE has signed over 90 double taxation agreements, which facilitate financial transactions across borders.

Investor Visa for 2 years by the purchase of real estate
Investor Visa for 2 years by the purchase of real estate
from AED 750,000
Documents to be received by client: ID card for 2 years. Processing time: 15 working days. Family members eligible to apply: spouse, children, parents, dependents, including domestic staff.
Residence Visa for 2 years by business set-up
Residence Visa for 2 years by business set-up
from $5,000
Documents to be received by clients after obtaining residency are: ID card; establishment card; MOA; trade license; corporate bank account (under request). Processing time: from 5 working days.
Investor Golden Visa for 10 years by the purchase of real estate
Investor Golden Visa for 10 years by the purchase of real estate
from AED 2,000,000
Documents to be received by client: ID card for 10 years. ‌Processing time: 15 working days. Family members eligible to apply: spouse, children, parents, dependents, including domestic staff.

Post-immigration services

Apart from company registration, opening a bank account for an individual,opening a bank account for a company, there are other post-immigration services available, as following:
Banking assistance
Banking assistance

Banking assistance (local and offshore accounts)

Real estate services
Real estate services

Exclusive real estate services

Proof of address
Proof of address

Proof of address (Lease Agreement + Utility bill)

Company registration
Company registration

Company registration/incorporation (local and offshore companies)

Tax ID
Tax ID

Tax Identification Number

Driving license
Driving license

Getting a driver's license

Requirements for applicants

Main applicant

In addition to fulfilment of programme conditions, an investor should meet these requirements:

  • Be older than 18 years old
  • Include in the application all dependent family members and domestic staff (optional).
  • Have no criminal records
  • Have no socially dangerous sicknesses, such as HIV
  • Legal income
  • Golden visa option by 750 000 AED investment is available for Dubai Emirate. Golden visa option by 2 000 000 AED investment there is no area restriction.
  • Investment can be made in parts and the investor must follow the payment plan.
  • Projects off plan and mortgages are also eligible. The property can be for rent.
  • Investor to enter inside UAE once in 6 months to keep residency status active.
Family members eligible to apply
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UAE Residence Program
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How to get UAE residence

Step-by-step instruction
1
Consulting Agreement conclusion
2
Choose the real estate and make the investment
3
Collect the documents for Golden visa application
4
Visit the UAE for fingerprinting and medical test
5
Receive Emirates ID
Consulting Agreement conclusion
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which family members are eligible to apply?

A Spouse, kids under 18 years of age. Kids above 18 years of age – if a male kid (Son), then till 23-24 only can be sponsored if unmarried and beyond this cannot be sponsored. If a female kid (Daughter) – then until any age if unmarried can be sponsored.

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Is it necessary to visit the country or embassies?
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What are possible reasons for refusal?
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