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How to Apply for Abu Dhabi Golden Visa

Ten practical steps take you from the first eligibility check to your Emirates ID. The order changes slightly depending on your route and whether you are already in the UAE.

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How to Apply for Abu Dhabi Golden Visa

The ten steps

  • Free eligibility assessment
  • Document verification and attestation
  • Initial lawful entry arrangements, if needed
  • Golden Visa nomination or pre-approval
  • Golden Visa entry permit
  • Change of status, where applicable
  • Medical fitness test
  • Emirates ID application and biometrics
  • Health insurance, where required
  • Residence issue and Emirates ID delivery

Inside or outside the UAE

From abroad, you receive an entry permit and finish the process after arriving. Inside the UAE on another visa, we change your status, which adds a government fee but saves a trip.

Where people lose time

Unattested documents, mismatched names between passports and certificates, and valuation or ownership papers that do not show the full AED 2 million. We check these first.

Good to know

Rules and fees change. Treat this guide as general information and confirm your own case with us or the competent authority before you act.

Frequently asked questions

Can I apply myself?

Yes. A consultant is optional; we save time by getting the file right the first time and following every step.

How long does it take?

It depends on the route and the authorities. We give you a realistic estimate after reviewing your documents.

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