WhatsApp quoteThe 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. GoldenKey processes the Talented Individual Golden Visa from eligibility check to passport stamping, including the approval letters that most applicants find hardest to obtain. In short, unlike a standard residence visa, the Talented Individual 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 Talented Individual Golden Visa
For most clients, benefits of the Talented Individual Golden Visa include 10-year residency without an employer sponsor, sponsor family members and freedom to work with multiple clients. The Talented Individual 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 Talented Individual Golden Visa requires recommendation or approval from the relevant UAE ministry or authority (culture, sports, health, etc.).
Documents required
Gather these documents and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of eligibility for the Talented Individual Golden Visa.
- Employment contract for executives
- Portfolio, awards or patents
- Passport copy
- Attested degree where relevant
- Approval letter from the relevant authority
Pricing
On the ground, use the table below to compare packages for eligibility for the Talented Individual Golden Visa; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. The figures below for eligibility for the Talented Individual Golden Visa are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
| 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
Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of eligibility for the Talented Individual Golden Visa predictable. Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so eligibility for the Talented Individual Golden Visa no longer requires a local partner.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for eligibility for the Talented Individual Golden Visa list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. For most clients, we will tell you plainly if Talented Individual Golden Visa is not the right choice for your plan and point you to a better option, even when that option costs less. 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.
Tell us about your plans for eligibility for the Talented Individual Golden Visa and GoldenKey will come back to you shortly with a clear price, a document checklist and a realistic timeline.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Talented Individual Golden Visa take?
3 to 6 weeks depending on the approving authority, depending on how quickly the approving authority responds.
Do I need to live in the UAE to keep the Talented Individual Golden Visa?
No minimum stay applies. Golden Visa holders can remain outside the UAE for more than six months without the visa being cancelled.
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.
What does the Talented Individual 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.
