WhatsApp quoteThe 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. The Investor Golden Visa is a 10-year renewable UAE residence visa for investors who place AED 2 million or more in a UAE investment fund, a company or a deposit approved by the authorities. 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.
Why Investor Golden Visa
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, eligibility for the Investor Golden Visa requires investment of at least AED 2 million in an accredited UAE investment fund. As we tell every client, benefits of the Investor Golden Visa include 10-year renewable residency, no local sponsor required and sponsor spouse, children of any age and parents.
How Investor Golden Visa works with GoldenKey
Step 1Eligibility assessment
GoldenKey reviews your papers against the Investor Golden Visa criteria and tells you plainly whether you qualify now or what would make you eligible. Your portal shows the status of this step for family sponsorship under the Investor Golden Visa in real time.
Step 2Nomination or approval letter
We obtain the approval or nomination letter from the relevant authority, which is the step that varies most by category.
Step 3Application and medical
Importantly, the Investor Golden Visa file is lodged with ICP or GDRFA, followed by your medical fitness test and Emirates ID biometrics. For family sponsorship under the Investor Golden Visa, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 4Stamping and family
Your 10-year Investor Golden Visa is stamped and we then process residence visas for your spouse, children and parents under your sponsorship.
Documents required
For family sponsorship under the Investor Golden Visa the registrar asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Photographs
- Proof of investment (fund letter, memorandum of association or tax certificate)
- Medical fitness certificate
- Health insurance
- Passport copy
Pricing
As we tell every client, use the table below to compare packages for family sponsorship under the Investor Golden Visa; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Pricing for family sponsorship under the Investor Golden Visa depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
| 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
For most clients, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, so so many founders choose it as a base for family sponsorship under the Investor Golden Visa. There are no restrictions on repatriating profits or capital, so earnings from family sponsorship under the Investor Golden Visa can be moved to your home country or reinvested freely.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for family sponsorship under the Investor Golden Visa list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. On the ground, we will tell you plainly if Investor Golden Visa is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less. In our experience, every Investor 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.
Start your Investor Golden Visa journey with a free consultation: share a few details about your business and we will map out the fastest route to your licence.
Frequently asked questions
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.
How long does the Investor Golden Visa take?
Typically 2 to 4 weeks once papers are approved, depending on how promptly the approving authority responds.
Can I work or run a business on the Investor Golden Visa?
Yes. Golden Visa holders can own companies, work for employers and operate as freelancers without a separate sponsor.
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.
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.
