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How much property do you need to buy to get a Dubai residency visa?
Property ownership can qualify you for a UAE residence visa, with the type depending on the value. Buying at or above the standard qualifying threshold can make you eligible for a renewable investor residence visa, and a larger qualifying investment can unlock the 10-year Golden Visa for you and your family. Exact thresholds are set by the authorities and have changed over time, so always confirm the current figures before buying with a visa in mind. Key point: the visa is linked to you continuing to hold the qualifying property — sell it and the visa eligibility tied to it ends. If residency is your goal, choose a unit that comfortably clears the current threshold.
If the visa is the point, buy a bit above the threshold rather than right on it — small valuation differences shouldn't put your eligibility at risk.
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General information, not financial, legal or investment advice. Rules, thresholds and fees change — verify current details with the Dubai Land Department and a licensed professional before transacting.