DET approved Golden Visa consultancy · Dubai
Golden Visa UAE
Secure 10-year residency with the Dubai Golden Visa in the UAE.
- DET approved consultancy, Dubai
- 4.8 Google rating from 38 reviews
- Ease of doing business
- Tax-free income
- Best education & infrastructure
- Sponsor family members
- 10 years residency
- Self-sponsored status
- On-arrival travel benefits
- Stability & security
Collaborating extensively with UAE government departments
Every file we submit passes through official channels. We work alongside the federal and Dubai authorities that issue, approve and stamp long-term residence in the UAE.
Government of DubaiMinistry of EconomyDubai Land DepartmentICPDubai ChamberGDRFADubai CourtsMinistry of JusticeDubai MunicipalityGovernment of SharjahDubai PoliceMOHREMOFAICDubai Health AuthorityEmirates Health ServicesMOHAP
4,200+
Visas issued
4.8
Google rating
100%
Client satisfaction
98%
Success rate
How it works
Watch your Golden Visa come together.
From the first WhatsApp message to the gold card in your hand — this is exactly how we run your file.
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Hi! Do I qualify for the Golden Visa?
Yes — property route. Free assessment sent.
Free eligibility checkMessage us on WhatsApp. A consultant confirms your category and sends a written opinion.
The programme
What is the UAE Golden Visa?
A long-term residence permit, granted by the UAE government, that removes the sponsor from the equation entirely.
Long-term stability
The Golden Visa is a government-backed long-term residence programme that lets you live, work and study in the UAE without a national sponsor. It was introduced in 2019 to keep global talent and capital in the country.
Global talent attraction
Where a standard residence permit runs two to three years, the Golden Visa is issued for five or ten years and is renewable — enough runway to plan a career, a school and an investment horizon properly.
Economic growth
Eligibility has widened well beyond investors: entrepreneurs, doctors, scientists, researchers, cultural figures, athletes and top-performing students all now qualify under their own routes.
The core objectives of the Golden Visa
Attract foreign investment and encourage entrepreneurship.
Bring in global expertise across medicine, science, technology and culture.
Build a stable, diverse and innovation-driven economy.
The Golden Visa is more than a residence permit. It is a route to staying in the UAE on your own terms, with the stability to build a life around it.
Why the Golden Visa
Why choose the UAE Golden Visa?
A renewable ten-year residence that combines tax advantages, family security, lifestyle and global mobility in one permit — without depending on an employer.
01
Long-term residency & peace of mind
Residence valid for up to ten years and renewable. There is no standard six-month re-entry rule, so frequent travellers and business owners keep their status while they move.
02
Family sponsorship & dependants
Sponsor a spouse, children of any age, parents and household staff — everyone on the same long-term footing, with full access to schools and healthcare.
03
Tax-free wealth & business growth
No personal income tax, capital gains tax or inheritance tax. Corporate tax is 0% up to 375,000 of taxable income and 9% above it, with small-business relief where eligible.
04
Real estate opportunity
Around 2 million of qualifying property opens the ten-year route. Dubai transactions reached roughly 431 billion in the first half of 2025, with rental yields commonly in the 6–8% range.
05
World-class lifestyle & education
Advanced hospitals, international schools and globally ranked universities, in a country consistently placed near the top of regional safety indices.
06
Career freedom
The visa is not tied to one employer. Change jobs, hold roles across companies or freelance across projects without your residency being at risk.
07
Recognition & privileges
Priority lanes at airports and government centres where available, premium banking, and access to incentive programmes designed for investors and founders.
08
How it compares globally
Against residency-by-investment programmes in Portugal, Malta or the US EB-5, the UAE grants a longer initial term — up to ten years against a typical two to five — and its property route sits at roughly 2 million, below or alongside most comparable thresholds.
Who qualifies
Eligibility criteria for the Golden Visa in the UAE
Most refusals happen because an applicant files under the wrong category. Here is the breakdown, route by route.
Investors
Property and public investment routes.
- Property from 2 million — ready or off-plan from approved developers
- Multiple properties can be combined to reach the threshold
- Mortgaged units accepted where down-payment conditions are met
- Public investment route from around 10 million into a UAE company or accredited fund
Entrepreneurs
Founders and start-up owners.
- An existing UAE business, or an endorsed start-up
- Capital requirements commonly between 500,000 and 1,000,000
- Endorsement from an accredited incubator, accelerator or government body
- AI, renewable energy, technology and e-commerce are prioritised
Specialised talent
Science, medicine, culture and sport.
- Doctors with a valid UAE licence and health-authority approval
- Scientists and researchers accredited by the Emirates Scientists Council
- Inventors with patents approved by the Ministry of Economy
- Artists, athletes and coaches endorsed by the relevant authority
Outstanding students
High achievers and graduates.
- Top-performing secondary school graduates in the UAE
- University students with a GPA of 3.8/4.0 or equivalent
- Universities must be UAE-recognised or internationally accredited
- Families of outstanding students may be included
Humanitarian pioneers
Frontline and community contribution.
- Charity founders, philanthropists and long-serving volunteers
- Community leaders and social workers with measurable impact
- Endorsement from a government body or recognised organisation
- Proof of service, achievements and recommendation letters
Skilled professionals
Salaried employees and executives.
- Salary thresholds set by MOHRE, commonly from 30,000 per month
- A valid employment contract with a UAE-based employer
- Attested degree at bachelor level or above
- Occupational classification in MOHRE's first or second skill level
Not sure where you fit? Book a free consultation with our Dubai Golden Visa specialists and we will tell you, honestly, which route is strongest for you.
How it works
One week, five stages, zero guesswork
Most files complete inside seven working days. You always know which stage you are in and what happens next.
- 01
Eligibility check
A senior consultant reviews your profile and confirms the strongest category in writing.
- 02
Document preparation
A tailored checklist, with attestation and legal translation handled in-house.
- 03
Application submission
Filed through ICP Smart Services, GDRFA or the Dubai Land Department, tracked at each stage.
- 04
Approval & biometrics
Entry permit, medical fitness test and Emirates ID biometrics booked around your calendar.
- 05
Visa issuance
Your 5 or 10-year visa is stamped and the Emirates ID delivered, dependants included.
24-hour fast track
Property Golden Visa issued within 24 hours
Built for high-net-worth investors in Dubai for only a few days. Provide the title deed and passport in the morning; medical, biometrics, Emirates ID and visa stamping are completed inside one working day — with a consultant beside you at every counter.
- Same-day submissionFiled the moment documents are verified.
- VIP pick & dropChauffeured pick-up and drop-off for every appointment.
- Priority medical & biometricsPrivate VIP screening lanes, no queues.
- Dedicated senior consultantOne point of contact, reachable on WhatsApp.
Comparison
Golden Visa vs other UAE residency visas
| Other UAE residency visas | UAE Golden Visa | |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 1–3 years, renewable | 5–10 years, renewable |
| Sponsorship | Employer or family member | None — self-sponsored |
| Eligibility | Employment, family, freelance | Investors, founders, skilled talent |
| Benefits | Standard residency | Live, work and study freely |
| Best for | Short-term, job-linked stays | Long-term planners and HNWIs |
Timing & cost
Processing time, fees and costs
Standard Golden Visa files complete in three to seven working days with us; property investors on the VIP route can be issued within 24 hours. Complex talent and entrepreneur files can take longer where an endorsement is required.
Understanding the costs
Costs depend on your category and the emirate you apply in. Government fees generally fall between 5,000 and 15,000, before medicals, stamping and insurance.
Application & government fees
5,000 – 15,000
Varies by category and emirate.
Medical fitness test
From 430
VIP same-day screening available.
Visa stamping & Emirates ID
2,500 – 3,500
Includes biometrics and ID issuance.
Health insurance
800 – 2,500 / year
Basic, comprehensive or family cover.
Renewal, suspension and cancellation
Your Golden Visa renews as long as you continue to meet the criteria — an active property holding, a running business, or a valid endorsement. It can be suspended or cancelled if those conditions lapse, for example if the property value falls below the threshold or an endorsement is withdrawn. We monitor renewal dates for every client we file for.
Instant estimate
Your exact visa cost in 30 seconds
Pick your visa, add family members and see every government fee and our professional fee — itemised, with VAT.
- Official government fees for every visa type
- Family members, medicals and packages included
- Send the estimate to WhatsApp in one tap
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Avoidable mistakes
Common Golden Visa rejections, and how to avoid them
Almost every refusal we are asked to rescue comes down to one of these four.
Incomplete documents or unattested translations
Issue: Missing certifications or a translation that is not legally attested.
How we avoid it: We audit every document and arrange attestation and sworn translation before anything is filed.
Property below threshold or unapproved developer
Issue: The property is valued under 2 million, or the developer is not registered.
How we avoid it: We obtain the DLD valuation and confirm developer approval before submission.
Weak evidence for entrepreneur applications
Issue: Insufficient proof of the business case behind the start-up.
How we avoid it: We prepare the business plan, endorsement letters and audited financials that assessors expect.
Talent application without recognised accolades
Issue: No patents, awards or authority endorsements attached to the file.
How we avoid it: We map your record against each authority's criteria and assemble the endorsement pack.
98%
Approval rate on filed cases
Our promise
Your personal guide to the Golden Visa in Dubai
We make the application simple, transparent and stress-free. Founded by advisers with decades inside the UAE industry, we handle the paperwork, guide you step by step and stay reachable throughout — for investors, professionals, students and entrepreneurs alike.
- One named consultant from start to finish
- Fixed, itemised fees agreed before we file
- Attestation and translation handled in-house
- WhatsApp updates at every government stage
Services
Everything a relocation actually requires
Residency is one workstream. Property, corporate structure and documentation are the others.
- Business SetupMainland, free zone and offshore company formation with banking support.
- PRO ServicesYour company's PRO department, fully outsourced — employee visas, work permits and MOHRE compliance.
- Amer ServicesEvery Amer centre transaction done online and delivered to your door.
- Property RevaluationOfficial DLD property valuation certificate — 100% online, valid 90 days.
- AttestationMOFA and embassy attestation, collected from your door and delivered back.
- Legal TranslationMOJ-licensed certified Arabic translation, handled 100% online.
- Power of AttorneyLawyer-drafted POA, notarised online by secure video call.
- Wills & TestamentWill drafting and registration — DIFC, Dubai Courts and Abu Dhabi.
- DLD Trustee ServicesDocument preparation and coordination for Dubai property trustee transactions.
- Medical & IDDHA medical fitness and ICP Emirates ID centres in Dubai — sorted by nearest.
- Emirates IDNew card, renewal, lost-card replacement and fees — filed with ICP, 100% online.
- ILOE InsuranceUAE unemployment insurance — subscription, fines and claim support.
- Newborn Baby VisaBirth certificate, MOFA attestation, passport and residence visa for your baby.
- Maid & Nanny VisaSponsor a domestic worker end-to-end: permit, MOHRE contract, medical, Emirates ID and stamping.
Real people, real results
Investors, doctors, founders and families
Real reviews from our clients, published on our Google Business profile.
Brightlink assisted with my Golden Visa - the service was prompt and professional, everything was done on time and with great communication every step of the way. Would recommend the team. The service is also competitively priced.
Mary A
Google review
Excellent service from start to finish! Our family visa and Emirates ID process was handled very smoothly, professionally, and efficiently. The team was always responsive and kept us updated throughout the entire process. Special thanks to Abbas for his great support, quick responses, and for making everything so easy and stress-free for us. Highly recommended!
PINAR AKA
Google review
Without a doubt the most professional and fast Golden Visa processing in UAE.
Andrew Ghisoni
Google review
Abbas and the whole team was exceptional, I was recommended the service bright Link management there over exceeded my expectations in all aspects of PRO. Customer experience seems to be at the heart of the companies core values. Thank you. It’s safe to say I won’t be using or recommending anyone else for PRO work.
Ummad Jatala
Google review
Our family's Golden Visa application process was completed smoothly, on time, and at reasonable prices. I would definitely recommend this service to anyone who needs it.
Hakan TEKERCIOGLU
Google review
Excellent service with prompt response and follow up action. Used their service for Golden visa which took three days to process from start to finish.
M J
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FAQ
Questions we answer daily
Still unsure? A consultant will answer directly, no obligation.
Investors, property owners from 2 million, entrepreneurs, executives, specialised talent such as doctors and scientists, and outstanding students. We assess your profile against every open category before filing.
A complete file typically reaches nomination approval in 2 to 3 working days, with medicals, Emirates ID and stamping completed within one week. Our VIP property fast track can complete the entire process in 24 hours.
Yes. Spouse, children of any age, parents and domestic staff can be sponsored for the same duration as your own residency.
Government charges start from around 4,215 (9,978 on the property route) including medical and the 10-year Emirates ID. We issue one written quotation covering disbursements and our fixed professional fee.
We review the refusal reason, correct the file and resubmit under the strongest available category at no additional professional fee.
Insights
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Talk to us
A ten-minute call is usually enough
Tell us your category and we will tell you, honestly, whether it is worth filing.
- Phone
- +971 56 655 6645
- Office
- Office M08-27, M1 Floor, Crystal Tower, Millennium Central Same Building, Al Asayel St, Business Bay, Dubai, U.A.E
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