Published: 13.10.2026
The property threshold for the 10-year Golden Visa has been raised to AED 2 million; mortgaged properties must have AED 2 million in paid equity, while off-plan units require at least 50% payment. New categories include AI specialists, climate-tech founders and certain creative professionals, while the minimum sponsor income for dependent visas has increased to AED 4,000 per month.
For property investors, relocating to the UAE now requires more capital: the previous AED 1 million threshold has been replaced by AED 2 million, with paid equity taken into account. At the same time, long-term residence routes are being widened for specialists and entrepreneurs, while families must account for the higher sponsor-income threshold. According to the sources, Golden Visa holders retain the ability to reside without a mandatory sponsor and sponsor family members. This is important for investors, founders and professionals planning a long-term move and should be checked before purchasing property or preparing an application.