Is the AED 2M Golden Visa worth it over the AED 750K investor visa?
AED 750,000 in property buys a 2–3 year visa; AED 2 million buys 10 years with no long-absence cancellation. The comparison below shows exactly what the extra capital buys.
Side by side
| Property investor visa | Golden Visa (property route) | |
|---|---|---|
| Property value | AED 750,000+ | AED 2,000,000+ |
| Duration | 2–3 years | 10 years |
| Renewal churn | Every 2–3 years, fees each time | Once a decade |
| Long absence | Standard cancellation rules | Not cancelled by 6-month+ absence |
| Feb 2026 change | — | 50% upfront rule removed |
The break-even question
If your budget lands between the tiers, compare the cost of stepping up to AED 2M against seven extra years of residence plus skipped renewal cycles. For a pure investment decision the property should stand on its own merits first — the visa is the bonus, not the thesis.
Full guides: Property investor visa · Golden Visa
Frequently asked questions
Can I combine two properties to reach the threshold?
Portfolio combinations are assessed under current DLD/ICP rules, which have shifted over time — verify whether combined Title Deeds are accepted for your target tier before structuring purchases.
Sources & verification. Figures on this page were cross-checked on 2026-09-22 against UAE government portals (u.ae, ICP) and current legal-advisory publications. This site is an independent guide by Growtoday Holdings FZE, Dubai — not a government website and not legal advice. Requirements vary by emirate, nationality and case; confirm with ICP/GDRFA or a licensed advisor before making decisions.
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