Updated: 6 June 2026

The UAE Golden Visa remains a key long-term residency route for eligible talents, investors and professionals.

Key points:
- UAE Government describes Golden Visa as a long-term residence visa enabling eligible talents to live, work or study in the UAE.
- ICP describes Golden Residency as long-term residency ranging from five to ten years with automatic renewal for eligible categories.
- Applicants should check category-specific requirements before preparing documents.

Practical checklist for customers:
- Keep passport, UAE residence visa, Emirates ID and previous travel history ready when relevant.
- Use the official website or official appointment channel before making payments.
- Keep screenshots, application numbers and payment receipts in one folder.
- Recheck dates, spelling of names, passport number and itinerary before submission.

Lexor note:
Lexor can help customers organize documents, check missing items and prepare a clean file before submission. Final approval and timing remain subject to the relevant authority or provider.

Sources:
1. https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/residence-visas/golden-visa
2. https://icp.gov.ae/en/services/golden-residency/