How to check your UAE Golden Visa eligibility online
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Eligibility is based on documented achievements, investments or professional criteria — not on fees or connections.
Quick answer
Use the official ICP smart services or GDRFA Dubai website and apps, which list each Golden Visa category with its conditions, and some services let you request an eligibility check or nomination. Compare your situation against one route at a time — property, salary, business, investment or talent — and ignore anyone promising "instant approval" or "lifetime visas".
Eligibility is based on documented achievements, investments or professional criteria — not on fees or connections.
Where to check
- ICP smart services (website and UAEICP app)
- GDRFA Dubai (website and app) for Dubai
- DLD Golden Visa service for property in Dubai
- Relevant ministries for talent and professional nominations
Match yourself to one route
- Property: 2 million for your share
- Skilled professional: 30,000 salary, MOHRE level 1 or 2, degree
- Entrepreneur: revenue, incubator or exit criteria
- Investor: accredited fund or company capital
- Talents and students: endorsement or results
What results mean
If you meet a route, prepare documents and apply. If you are close, note what is missing — a valuation, a salary certificate or an endorsement letter.
Red flags
Golden Visas cannot be bought outside the published routes. Be cautious of guaranteed approvals.
Our eligibility checker gives a quick first view before you gather documents.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there an official eligibility test?
Official portals list the conditions; some services allow a pre-check or nomination request.
Can I qualify on more than one route?
Yes — choose the one where your documents are strongest.
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