WhatsApp quoteBelow you will find a practical, step-by-step explanation of the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals, followed by answers to the questions clients ask us most. As a rule, this guide from GoldenKey explains the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals in plain language, with the costs, documents and timelines you should expect in 2026.
Key takeaways
- The Entrepreneur Golden Visa is a 10-year residency with no sponsor.
- Irish nationals apply on the same criteria as any nationality; documents from Ireland must be attested.
- Family members can be sponsored under the same visa.
- GoldenKey obtains the approval letter, which is the step most applicants find hardest.
Background
The most common questions we receive about the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals: Eligibility and Process concern revenue evidence, incubators and co-founder inclusion, all of which we address below. Benefits of the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals: Eligibility and Process include 10-year residency for the founder, sponsor co-business owners, spouse and children and flexible residency without a sponsor company. To be clear, the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals: Eligibility and Process is granted by the federal ICP or by GDRFA Dubai, and the supporting approval depends on your category.
What to do, in order
Step 1Eligibility assessment
GoldenKey checks your supporting documents against the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals: Eligibility and Process criteria and tells you clearly whether you qualify today or what would get you there.
Step 2Nomination or approval letter
Put simply, we secure the nomination or approval letter from the relevant authority — the stage that differs most between Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals: Eligibility and Process categories. Your portal shows the status of this step for the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals in real time.
Step 3Application and medical
The Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals: Eligibility and Process application is lodged with ICP or GDRFA, followed by your medical fitness test and Emirates ID biometrics.
Step 4Stamping and family
Once the 10-year visa is released, GoldenKey handles family sponsorship visas one by one. We keep a written record of this step so your file for the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals is audit-ready.
Documents you will need
Keep these ready before you start:
- Ministry of Economy approval
- Passport copy
- Trade licence
- Medical fitness certificate
- Audited financials or incubator letter
Costs
Prices for the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals are drawn from GoldenKey's live price list and confirmed in writing before you pay. Government fees change from time to time; the figures on this page update automatically when they do.
| GoldenKey service fee | AED 10,000 |
|---|---|
| Government fees (approx.) | AED 5,000 |
| Approximate total | AED 15,000 |
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
In our experience, the UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals. There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely.
How GoldenKey helps
Our quotations for the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. We will tell you plainly if Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals: Eligibility and Process is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less.
Ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals.
Frequently asked questions
Can I include my family in the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals: Eligibility and Process?
Yes. Golden Visa holders can sponsor their spouse, children of any age and parents, each receiving a residence visa for the same duration.
Is the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals: Eligibility and Process renewable?
Yes. The visa is renewed for a further 10 years as long as the original criteria continue to be met.
Can I work or run a business on the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals: Eligibility and Process?
Yes. Golden Visa holders can own companies, work for employers and operate as freelancers without a separate sponsor.
What does the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Irish nationals: Eligibility and Process cost in total?
Government fees and GoldenKey's service fee are shown in the pricing section on this page and confirmed in writing before we start.
