WhatsApp quoteAs a rule, the Talented Individual Golden Visa is a 10-year renewable UAE residence visa for creative professionals, artists, athletes, inventors, executives and specialists recognised by a UAE authority. The Talented Individual 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 most common businesses Danes open through GoldenKey are in logistics, pharmaceuticals, wind energy and design, although Talented Individual Golden Visa supports almost any activity. For Danish entrepreneurs, the UAE is around 6.5 hours from Copenhagen, the UAE is 2 to 3 hours ahead of Denmark, and English is the working language.
Why Talented Individual Golden Visa
Put simply, benefits of the Talented Individual Golden Visa include 10-year residency without an employer sponsor, sponsor family members and freedom to work with multiple customers. In our experience, golden Visa holders receive an Emirates ID valid for the full 10-year term, which simplifies banking, leases and school enrolment. GoldenKey has prepared Talented Individual Golden Visa files for Danish clients in logistics, pharmaceuticals, wind energy and design, which means we know which Denmark documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
How Talented Individual Golden Visa works with GoldenKey
Step 1Eligibility assessment
We review your profile against the Talented Individual Golden Visa rules and give you a straight answer on eligibility before any fees are paid. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to the Talented Individual Golden Visa for Danes.
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
The visa file is filed with ICP or GDRFA, you complete the medical fitness test and Emirates ID biometrics. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for the Talented Individual Golden Visa for Danes.
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
For the Talented Individual Golden Visa for Danes the licensing authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- A police clearance certificate from Denmark if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- A passport granted by Denmark with at least six months' validity
- A bank statement from your Denmark bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Employment contract for executives
- Attested degree where relevant
- Passport copy
Pricing
From day one, the figures below for the Talented Individual Golden Visa for Danes are updated by GoldenKey whenever the registrar changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one. All prices for the Talented Individual Golden Visa for Danes are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before you pay.
| 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 2026-10-06.
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 Talented Individual Golden Visa for Danes. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so the Talented Individual Golden Visa for Danes no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with the Talented Individual Golden Visa for Danes, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. For most clients, our office is a short drive from the Ajman Free Zone, Ajman DED and the immigration centre, so physical submissions for the Talented Individual Golden Visa for Danes happen the same day they are ready. On the ground, every Talented Individual 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.
Importantly, ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for the Talented Individual Golden Visa for Danes.
Frequently asked questions
Can I include my family in the Talented Individual Golden Visa?
Yes. Golden Visa holders can sponsor their spouse, children of any age and parents, each receiving a residence visa for the same duration.
Is the Talented Individual Golden Visa renewable?
Yes. The visa is renewed for a further 10 years as long as the original criteria continue to be met.
Can I work or run a business on the Talented Individual Golden Visa?
Yes — Golden Visa holders can own companies, work for employers and operate as freelancers without a separate sponsor.
Can a Danish citizen own 100% of a company in Talented Individual Golden Visa?
Yes. Danes can own the full share capital of a Talented Individual Golden Visa company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Do Danes need a UAE visa before applying for Talented Individual Golden Visa?
No, it does not. You can apply for the licence from Denmark with scanned documents, and the investor residence visa is processed afterwards.
