UAE Golden Visa 2026: 10‑Year Residency for Indian Professionals
The United Arab Emirates has opened a ten‑year, sponsor‑free visa for Indian employees and investors, with clear salary and property thresholds.
The short version
- Ten‑year permit removes the need for a UAE sponsor.
- Salaried Indians must earn at least AED 30,000 per month.
- Property investors need a minimum AED 2 million real‑estate investment.
- Spouses, children of any age and unlimited domestic workers can be sponsored.
- Family residency continues for the full decade even if the primary holder dies.
Eligibility for Salaried Professionals
The new UAE Golden Visa grants a decade of residence without requiring a local sponsor. Indian professionals become eligible when their monthly salary reaches AED 30,000, a level commonly met by senior managers and technical specialists. Applicants must also hold a recognised bachelor's degree and a valid employment contract with a UAE‑based employer. This pathway is designed to reduce the administrative burden of frequent visa renewals.
By uncoupling residency from a single employer, the scheme offers greater flexibility for career moves within the Gulf. Holders can change jobs or negotiate better terms without fearing immediate loss of status. The long‑term nature of the permit also simplifies travel planning and provides a stable base for families living abroad.
Investment Route for Property Buyers
Indian investors can secure the ten‑year visa by committing at least AED 2 million to UAE real‑estate. The investment may be made in off‑plan projects or in properties that are mortgaged, allowing a range of financing options. This threshold targets buyers of luxury homes and high‑value developments, reinforcing the country's aim to attract capital alongside talent.
The property route not only guarantees residency for the investor but also extends the same right to their immediate family. Ownership of a qualifying asset provides a tangible anchor for capital while delivering a secure environment for spouses and children, reinforcing the UAE’s position as a global hub for wealth preservation.
Family Sponsorship Benefits
A key advantage of the Golden Visa is the ability to sponsor spouses and children of any age, with no cap on the number of domestic workers that can be included. Should the primary visa holder pass away, the family members remain covered until the ten‑year period expires, ensuring continuity of residence.
These provisions create a sense of permanence for Indian families considering a long‑term move to the Gulf. The inclusive sponsorship rules allow households to plan education, employment and lifestyle decisions with confidence, knowing that their residency status is insulated from individual employment changes.
“The ten-year permit removes the need for a local sponsor.”
What it means
What this changes for an applicant
- Applicants who meet the salary or property thresholds can obtain a decade‑long residence without a local sponsor, simplifying the paperwork process.
- Families enjoy uninterrupted status for the full ten years, even if the main applicant changes jobs or passes away.
- Investors gain a secure foothold for both their capital and their loved ones in a major international market.
Source
This article was written by Malaysia Visa Guide, based on reporting by Goodreturns. We summarise and explain the news in our own words; we do not reproduce it. Read the original report for the publisher's full account.
Last updated 26 July 2026.
Written and reviewed by Jason Yap, Managing Director of MYPVIP.
Last reviewed 26 July 2026.
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