Investment funds and the UAE Golden Visa
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Property dominates Golden Visa conversations, but investment funds offer a route for people who prefer financial assets.
Quick answer
Public investors can qualify for a Golden Visa with a deposit of 2 million in an accredited UAE investment fund, subject to a letter from the fund or the relevant authority and the conditions in force. Other public-investment routes include capital in a UAE company. Funds must be your own and kept invested for the required period.
Property dominates Golden Visa conversations, but investment funds offer a route for people who prefer financial assets.
How the fund route works
- Invest the required amount in an accredited UAE fund
- Obtain confirmation from the fund or regulator
- Apply through ICP or GDRFA with the investment proof
- Keep the investment for the required period
Advantages
- No property management
- Diversified exposure
- Potentially easier to exit at the end
Things to check
- Fund accreditation for Golden Visa purposes
- Lock-in period and fees
- Risk profile and liquidity
- Source-of-funds requirements
Company capital route
Investing capital in a UAE company is another public-investment option, with its own documentation from the licensing authority.
Ask the fund to confirm in writing that it is accepted for Golden Visa applications.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I withdraw from the fund early?
Withdrawing before the required period may affect eligibility.
Is the fund route faster than property?
It can be, once the fund confirmation is issued.
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