What is the UAE Golden Visa?
The UAE Golden Visa is a long-term residency visa (5 or 10 years) that allows foreigners to:
- Live, work, or study in the UAE
- Sponsor family members
- Own property or run a business
- No need for a local sponsor (Emirati)
INR 23 Lakh (AED 2.3 Lakh) Golden Visa – Who Can Apply?
If your budget is around ₹23 lakh (AED 230,000), you likely fall under one of these categories:
1. Real Estate Investors (Min AED 2 million = ₹4.5 Cr)
- ₹23 lakh is too low for real estate-based golden visa
- This route won’t work at your budget
2. Freelancers / Remote Workers / Professionals
- Doctors, engineers, artists, content creators, coders, etc.
- You can apply for 10-year golden visa if:
- You have a recognized talent or degree
- You earn a minimum monthly income (AED 30,000+ recommended)
- You can show your portfolio or certificate of excellence
- May need to pay approx. AED 230,000 in processing + deposit + health + visa fee
3. Company Owners / Entrepreneurs
- Start your own business in a UAE Free Zone
- Register a company & get visa under it
- Cost estimate: AED 200,000 to 250,000 including license + visa + service fees
- Good for digital agencies, consultants, online sellers, trainers
Documents Required
- Passport
- Passport-size photo
- Proof of income / portfolio / degree
- Police clearance certificate
- UAE medical test clearance
- Emirates ID application
Processing Time
- 30 to 45 days on average
Perks of Golden Visa
- 10-year residency (renewable)
- No local sponsor needed
- 100% business ownership
- Sponsor spouse, kids, and parents
- Easy access to UAE banks, SIM cards, rentals, loans
Who Can Help You?
You can apply via:
- UAE government website (ICP)
- Dubai Land Department for real estate
- Authorized visa consultancies (Al Fardan, Amer Centers, etc.)
Conclusion
If your budget is ₹23 lakh (~AED 230,000), you can get a UAE Golden Visa under:
- Freelancer/Talent route
- Business license (Free Zone company) route
Just make sure you have:
- A strong professional background
- Proof of income or business activity
- Willingness to go through documentation & formalities
Would you like:
- Help with drafting a cover letter for your golden visa?
- A list of UAE Free Zones with lowest costs?
- A comparison between Freelancer Visa vs Golden Visa?