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Property visas moved to GDRFA in 2026
Since 11 April 2026 the Golden, Retiree and Property Residency services are being moved into GDRFA Dubai's system.
What the source says
"the transfer and integration of three key real estate residency services, namely the Golden Residency, the Retiree Residency, and the Property Residency, into the GDRFA Dubai system."
Memorandum between GDRFA Dubai and DLD, Government of Dubai Media Office, 11 April 2026
| Status | Confirmed - The official source states this rule in the words quoted. |
|---|---|
| Instrument | Memorandum between GDRFA Dubai and DLD, Government of Dubai Media Office, 11 April 2026 |
| Authority | GDRFA Dubai and DLD |
| In force since | 11 April 2026 |
| Last checked | 26 September 2026 |
| Source | GDRFA Dubai and DLD |
What to know
DLD's own Golden Visa page, dated 23 September 2026, still describes a DLD-run service.
Read the full guide
This rule is explained in context, with the costs and steps around it, in GDRFA Dubai.
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Cite this rule
Home Guide Dubai, "Property visas moved to GDRFA in 2026", Dubai property rules register, last checked 26 September 2026.
https://homeguidedubai.com/rules/property-residency-moved-to-gdrfa/
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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 and DLD in writing before a large payment.
Where does this rule come from?
Memorandum between GDRFA Dubai and DLD, Government of Dubai Media Office, 11 April 2026, published by GDRFA Dubai and DLD. The quote on this page is copied word for word from that source.
Sources
- Memorandum between GDRFA Dubai and DLD, Government of Dubai Media Office, 11 April 2026 - GDRFA Dubai and DLD - accessed 26 September 2026
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