WhatsApp quoteBelow you will find a practical, step-by-step explanation of the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians, followed by answers to the questions customers ask us most. This guide from GoldenKey explains the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians in plain language, with the costs, documents and timelines you should expect in 2026.
Key takeaways
- The Investor Golden Visa is a 10-year residency with no sponsor.
- Bulgarians apply on the same criteria as any nationality; documents from Bulgaria 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 Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians: Eligibility and Process is issued by the federal ICP or by GDRFA Dubai, and the supporting approval depends on your category. On the ground, eligibility for the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians: Eligibility and Process requires investment of at least AED 2 million in an accredited UAE investment fund, or. For most clients, benefits of the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians: Eligibility and Process include 10-year renewable residency, no local sponsor required and sponsor spouse, children of any age and parents.
What to do, in order
Step 1Eligibility assessment
We review your profile against the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians: Eligibility and Process rules and give you a straight answer on eligibility before any fees are paid. For the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 2Nomination or approval letter
Importantly, we obtain the approval or nomination letter from the relevant authority, which is the step that varies most by category.
Step 3Application and medical
We file the visa application with the immigration authority and book your medical test and Emirates ID appointment. Nothing is submitted for the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians until you have reviewed and approved it.
Step 4Stamping and family
Your 10-year Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians: Eligibility and Process is stamped and we then process residence visas for your spouse, children and parents under your sponsorship.
Documents you will need
Keep these ready before you start:
- Health insurance
- Medical fitness certificate
- Proof of investment (fund letter, memorandum of association or tax certificate)
- Photographs
- Passport copy
Costs
In our experience, prices for the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians are drawn from GoldenKey's live price list and confirmed in writing before any payment. Government fees change from time to time; the figures on this page update automatically when they do.
| GoldenKey service fee | AED 12,000 |
|---|---|
| Government fees (approx.) | AED 6,000 |
| Approximate total | AED 18,000 |
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
The UAE's reputation as a trading hub means international clients and suppliers already trust a UAE licence, which shortens sales cycles for the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
How GoldenKey helps
GoldenKey's consultants have handled the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians for traders, consultants, tech entrepreneurs and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. Our quotations for the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything.
Book a call with GoldenKey and we will confirm your eligibility, your costs and your next steps for the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians in a single conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Can I include my family in the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians: Eligibility and Process?
Yes. Golden Visa holders can sponsor their spouse, children of any age and parents, each receiving a UAE residence visa for the same duration.
Do I need to live in the UAE to keep the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians: Eligibility and Process?
No minimum stay applies. Golden Visa holders can remain outside the UAE for more than six months without the visa being cancelled.
Can I work or run a business on the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians: Eligibility and Process?
Yes. Golden Visa holders can own companies, work for employers and operate as freelancers without a separate sponsor.
Is the Investor Golden Visa for Bulgarians: Eligibility and Process renewable?
Absolutely. The visa is renewed for a further 10 years as long as the original criteria continue to be met.
