WhatsApp quoteDay to day, 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. GoldenKey processes the Investor Golden Visa from eligibility check to passport stamping, including the approval letters that most applicants find hardest to obtain. The most common businesses Nigerians open through GoldenKey are in general trading, oil and gas services, logistics and fashion, although Investor Golden Visa supports almost any activity. From day one, nigerians are a vibrant community of entrepreneurs, traders and professionals concentrated in Dubai and Sharjah, so the Investor Golden Visa authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Nigerian applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Investor Golden Visa
As a rule, processing of the Investor Golden Visa is as a rule 2 to 4 weeks once documents are approved, and GoldenKey tracks each approval stage for you. The Investor Golden Visa is released by the federal ICP or by GDRFA Dubai, and the supporting approval depends on your category. GoldenKey has prepared Investor Golden Visa files for Nigerian clients in general trading, oil and gas services, logistics and fashion, which means we know which Nigeria paperwork need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
How Investor Golden Visa works with GoldenKey
Step 1Eligibility assessment
GoldenKey checks your supporting 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
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 for Nigerians this step rarely needs your presence; scans and e-signatures are enough.
Step 3Application and medical
The visa application is filed with ICP or GDRFA, you complete the medical fitness test and Emirates ID biometrics.
Step 4Stamping and family
Your 10-year visa is released, and we process residence visas for your family members under your sponsorship. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for the Investor Golden Visa for Nigerians.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for the Investor Golden Visa for Nigerians; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- A police clearance certificate from Nigeria if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Passport copy
- Proof of investment (fund letter, memorandum of association or tax certificate)
- A bank statement from your Nigeria bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Health insurance
- Medical fitness certificate
Pricing
Pricing for the Investor Golden Visa for Nigerians depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. Use the table below to compare packages for the Investor Golden Visa for Nigerians; 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 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
As a rule, since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so the Investor Golden Visa for Nigerians no longer requires a local partner. 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 Investor Golden Visa for Nigerians predictable.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled the Investor Golden Visa for Nigerians for traders, consultants, tech business owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. We speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for the Investor Golden Visa for Nigerians. 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 for Nigerians happen the same day they are ready.
Call or WhatsApp GoldenKey today and an adviser will walk you through the Investor Golden Visa for Nigerians step by step, with no obligation and no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Investor Golden Visa cost in total?
Crucially, government fees and GoldenKey's service fee are shown in the pricing section on this page and confirmed in writing before we start.
Can I include my family in the Investor Golden Visa?
Yes, it can. Golden Visa holders can sponsor their spouse, children of any age and parents, each receiving a residence visa for the same duration.
How long does the Investor Golden Visa take?
Just as important, typically 2 to 4 weeks once documents are approved, depending on how without delay the approving authority responds.
Can a Nigerian citizen own 100% of a company in Investor Golden Visa?
Yes, it can. Nigerians can own the full share capital of a Investor Golden Visa company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Nigerians need a UAE visa before applying for Investor Golden Visa?
No. You can apply for the licence from Nigeria with scanned paperwork, and the investor residency visa is processed afterwards.
