Property Investor
Own UAE real estate worth AED 2 million or more — fully paid or financed — and qualify for a 10-year residency for you and your dependents.
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10-Year Residency · Scientist
The scientist or researcher pathway.
PhD holders and active researchers with publications, patents, or institutional affiliation — a fast track to 10-year residency.
Eligibility
What qualifies.
The criteria below are the published 2024 framework. The relevant authority for this pathway is the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA). Verify current rules before applying.
PhD or active research role
Publications / patents
Recommendation from EAS or institution
- № 01
PhD from a top-500 university (QS / Times rankings) in a recognised research field.
- № 02
Or active researcher with significant publications, citations, or patents in the field.
- № 03
Recommendation from the Emirates Scientists Council (EAS), a UAE university, or a federal research authority.
- № 04
Spouse, children, parents, and domestic helpers may be sponsored.
In context
Scientist or Researcher — in practice.
The scientist visa rewards research output. For NRI doctors, university faculty, and R&D leads relocating to Dubai's growing academic and life-sciences sector, the pathway is faster than the property route and grants the broadest dependent sponsorship of any Golden Visa category.
Other pathways
Public Investor
Deposit AED 2 million in an approved UAE financial institution, hold an approved investment fund, or run a UAE business meeting the threshold.
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Entrepreneur
Own a registered SME with capital of at least AED 500,000, or hold approval from a UAE business incubator.
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