Facts from the official u.ae portal ('Residence visa for doing business in the UAE'). The visa is granted to founders/partners of a licensed company; major investors may apply for the Golden Visa. Ownership share, capital thresholds and fees depend on the licence type/free zone and change — verify on u.ae and invest.dubai.ae. We don't invent numbers.
Official authorities
Direct links to the relevant government departments.
General procedure
- 1
Register a company or a share
First obtain a business licence (mainland or free zone) as an owner or partner. The licence type shapes the visa terms.
Documents:PassportBusiness licenceMOA / partnership agreementPhotos - 2
Check the investor visa terms
An investor/partner visa usually looks at your ownership share and the company's capital. Exact thresholds depend on the licensing authority — see u.ae and your free zone.
- 3
Apply for the visa
Apply via GDRFA Dubai / ICP or through your free zone. Once approved, an entry document is issued.
- 4
Medical test and Emirates ID
The applicant aged 18+ takes the medical test and gets the Emirates ID.
Documents:Medical certificate (18+)Emirates ID application - 5
Golden Visa for major investors
Qualifying investors (in business or property) may apply for the long-term Golden Visa with self-sponsorship. Terms are on u.ae and with GDRFA/DLD.
Fees and timelines may change — verify with the official source.
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