WhatsApp quoteAs a rule, unlike a standard residence visa, the Investor Golden Visa does not depend on an employer or a company sponsor, and it allows you to stay outside the UAE for extended periods without losing residency. As we tell every client, the Investor 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. Abu Dhabi businesses in districts such as Al Reem Island, Khalifa City, Mussafah, Al Maryah Island and Corniche use GoldenKey for Investor Golden Visa because we combine local presence with federal expertise. From day one, in Abu Dhabi, Investor Golden Visa is handled by GoldenKey's team through the local authority offices, and our consultants visit them in person when a file needs it.
Why Investor Golden Visa
Just as important, the Investor Golden Visa is issued by the federal ICP or by GDRFA Dubai, and the supporting approval depends on your category. For most clients, the most common questions we receive about the Investor Golden Visa concern investment thresholds, fund options and family sponsorship, all of which we address below.
How Investor Golden Visa works with GoldenKey
Step 1Eligibility assessment
GoldenKey checks your documents against the Investor Golden Visa criteria and tells you clearly whether you qualify today or what would get you there.
Step 2Nomination or approval letter
On the ground, we obtain the approval or nomination letter from the relevant authority, which is the step that varies most by category. For the Investor Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 3Application and medical
We file the visa file with the immigration authority and book your medical test and Emirates ID appointment.
Step 4Stamping and family
Your 10-year visa is issued, and we process residence visas for your family members under your sponsorship. Nothing is submitted for the Investor Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi until you have reviewed and approved it.
Documents required
The document list for the Investor Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi is short, and most clients already have everything on it.
- Proof of investment (fund letter, memorandum of association or tax certificate)
- Passport copy
- Photographs
- Health insurance
- Medical fitness certificate
Pricing
To be clear, the figures below for the Investor Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. Use the table below to compare packages for the Investor Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
| 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 2026-10-06.
Why the UAE
As we tell every client, there are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from the Investor Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely. The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many company owners choose it as a base for the Investor Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with the Investor Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. Our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for the Investor Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi happen the same day they are ready. In short, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for the Investor Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi.
For most clients, tell us about your plans for the Investor Golden Visa in Abu Dhabi and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to live in the UAE to keep the Investor Golden Visa?
No minimum stay applies. Golden Visa holders can remain outside the UAE for more than six months without the visa being cancelled.
What does the Investor 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.
Is the Investor Golden Visa renewable?
Yes — The visa is renewed for a further 10 years as long as the original criteria continue to be met.
