How long is a property investor visa valid in the UAE? 2, 5 or 10 years
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Ask how long a property visa lasts and the honest answer is "it depends" — on your age, your investment and how the property is owned.
Quick answer
Property-based residence in the UAE comes in three lengths: a 2-year property investor visa (no minimum value for sole owners of completed Dubai property since 2026), a 5-year retirement visa for older owners who meet the property or income conditions, and the 10-year Golden Visa for property worth 2 million or more. Each is a separate category with its own rules.
Ask how long a property visa lasts and the honest answer is "it depends" — on your age, your investment and how the property is owned.
The 2-year property investor visa
The entry-level route.
- Valid two years, renewable
- Sole owners: no minimum value since 2026
- Joint owners: 400,000 share each
- Completed property only
- Spouse and children can be sponsored
The 5-year retirement visa
For residents and investors of retirement age who meet the conditions, such as owning property of a set value or having savings or pension income at the required level.
The 10-year Golden Visa
For property worth at least 2 million for your share. It is self-sponsored, renewable and not affected by long stays abroad.
Which one fits
Choose by your property value and plans. Many owners start on the 2-year visa and upgrade to the Golden Visa when their property or portfolio reaches the threshold.
All three are renewable while you keep meeting the conditions.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I upgrade from 2 years to 10 years?
Yes, when you meet the Golden Visa property value.
Is the retirement visa only for property owners?
No — savings or pension income routes also exist.
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