WhatsApp quoteThe Entrepreneur Golden Visa has become one of the most sought-after residency options in the world, and the criteria are clear once you know which authority approves your category. The Entrepreneur Golden Visa is a 10-year renewable UAE residence visa for founders of SMEs or start-ups with annual revenue of AED 1 million or more, or those whose venture is approved by an accredited incubator. The most common businesses Romanians open through GoldenKey are in IT and software, hospitality, construction and aviation, although Entrepreneur Golden Visa supports almost any activity. Romanian IT talent and construction firms are well represented in Dubai, which gives Romanian entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their Entrepreneur Golden Visa licence is issued.
Why Entrepreneur Golden Visa
As we tell every client, benefits of the Entrepreneur Golden Visa include 10-year residency for the founder, sponsor co-founders, spouse and children and flexible residency without a sponsor company. Just as important, the Entrepreneur Golden Visa is granted by the federal ICP or by GDRFA Dubai, and the supporting approval depends on your category. As we tell every client, for Romanians, the practical advantages of Entrepreneur Golden Visa are the ease of travel between Romania and the UAE, English is widely spoken by Romanian professionals, and a banking system that processes Romanian leu (RON) transfers daily.
How Entrepreneur Golden Visa works with GoldenKey
Step 1Eligibility assessment
We review your profile against the Entrepreneur Golden Visa rules and give you a straight answer on eligibility before any fees are paid. Your portal shows the status of this step for the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Romanians in real time.
Step 2Nomination or approval letter
To be clear, we obtain the approval or nomination letter from the relevant authority, which is the step that varies most by category.
Step 3Application and medical
The Entrepreneur Golden Visa file is lodged with ICP or GDRFA, followed by your medical fitness test and Emirates ID biometrics. For the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Romanians, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 4Stamping and family
Crucially, your 10-year visa is issued, and we process residence visas for your family members under your sponsorship.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Romanians; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- In our experience, ministry of Economy approval
- A police clearance certificate from Romania if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Passport copy
- Medical fitness certificate
- Audited financials or incubator letter
- A passport issued by Romania with at least six months' validity
Pricing
All prices for the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Romanians are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay. Use the table below to compare packages for the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Romanians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
| 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
Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Romanians a route to relocation as well as a business decision. Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Romanians predictable.
Why GoldenKey
As we tell every client, every Entrepreneur Golden Visa package we quote already includes the licence, registration, the establishment card where applicable and our full assistance, with no hidden add-ons at the end. As a rule, we will tell you plainly if Entrepreneur Golden Visa is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less. GoldenKey's consultants have handled the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Romanians for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
Just as important, call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and a case manager will walk you through the Entrepreneur Golden Visa for Romanians step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Entrepreneur Golden Visa 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.
How long does the Entrepreneur Golden Visa take?
4 to 8 weeks including the Ministry of Economy approval, depending on how fast the approving authority responds.
Is the Entrepreneur Golden Visa renewable?
Yes. The visa is renewed for a further 10 years as long as the original criteria continue to be met.
Can a Romanian citizen own 100% of a company in Entrepreneur Golden Visa?
Absolutely. Romanians can own the full share capital of a Entrepreneur Golden Visa company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Romania and the UAE?
Yes. The UAE and Romania have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.
