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Golden Visa term for property investors
The regulation, ICP, GDRFA and DLD give ten years; the federal portal's summary table still says five for real estate.
What the source says
"The residence permit is valid for 10 years and can be extended if the same conditions are met."
GDRFA Dubai Golden Residence service card
| Status | Sources disagree - Two official or official-facing sources say different things. Both are quoted below. |
|---|---|
| Instrument | GDRFA Dubai Golden Residence service card |
| Authority | GDRFA Dubai |
| In force since | 3 October 2022 |
| Last checked | 26 September 2026 |
| Source | GDRFA Dubai |
Where the sources disagree
The quote above is one side. The other source says:
"10 years (public investments) / 5 years (real estate investments)"
u.ae Golden visa page, updated 28 July 2026
Until the authority settles it, ask for the answer in writing before you rely on either version.
Read the full guide
This rule is explained in context, with the costs and steps around it, in Is the Property Golden Visa 5 Years or 10? The Official Sources Disagree.
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Cite this rule
Home Guide Dubai, "Golden Visa term for property investors", Dubai property rules register, last checked 26 September 2026.
https://homeguidedubai.com/rules/golden-visa-term/
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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
- u.ae Golden visa page, updated 28 July 2026 - the other side of the disagreement - 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.