Can you get a Golden Visa by buying land in Dubai?
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Some investors assume any land purchase counts. The rules are narrower than that.
Quick answer
Not automatically. Bare plots are assessed case by case. Land registered in your name in a freehold area, with a recognised value of 2 million or more, may qualify, but many land purchases are structured differently or held through companies. Confirm with the DLD before buying land for residency.
Some investors assume any land purchase counts. The rules are narrower than that.
Why land is different
- Plots may be leasehold or restricted use
- Values can be harder to verify
- Many plots are bought by companies for development
- Building conditions and deadlines may apply
When land can work
Freehold land in your own name, registered with the DLD, valued at 2 million or more, and accepted by the authority for the investor route.
Alternatives
If residency is the priority, completed or approved off-plan residential units are the clearest route.
Due diligence
Check zoning, building deadlines, service charges and title type.
Ask for written confirmation that the plot is accepted for the Golden Visa before paying.
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Frequently asked questions
Do villa plots qualify?
Possibly, if in your name, freehold and valued at 2 million or more; confirm first.
Can I build later and then apply?
Yes — once built and registered, the completed property can qualify.
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