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Lien on a Golden Visa property
GDRFA places a lien on the property for the whole ten-year term, and the property may not be sold during it.
What the source says
"It is required to place a lien on the property to ensure the continuity of ownership throughout the validity of the Golden Residency"
GDRFA Dubai Golden Residence service card
| Status | Confirmed - The official source states this rule in the words quoted. |
|---|---|
| Instrument | GDRFA Dubai Golden Residence service card |
| Authority | GDRFA Dubai |
| In force since | Not stated |
| Last checked | 26 September 2026 |
| Source | GDRFA Dubai |
Read the full guide
This rule is explained in context, with the costs and steps around it, in The UAE Golden Visa Through Property: The Complete 2026 Guide.
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Cite this rule
Home Guide Dubai, "Lien on a Golden Visa property", Dubai property rules register, last checked 26 September 2026.
https://homeguidedubai.com/rules/golden-visa-lien/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this still the rule today?
We last read the source on 26 September 2026. Rules in Dubai change by circular and by edits to service pages, often without notice. Check the source linked above, and ask GDRFA Dubai in writing before a large payment.
Where does this rule come from?
GDRFA Dubai Golden Residence service card, published by GDRFA Dubai. The quote on this page is copied word for word from that source.
Sources
- GDRFA Dubai Golden Residence service card - GDRFA Dubai - accessed 26 September 2026
Every rule above is quoted from the law, decree or official page on the date given. This is general information, not legal advice; rules change, so confirm the current position with the authority named before you act.