Golden Visa — Requirements & Documents (Master)
One page that centralizes all paperwork: common documents, family proofs, route-specific evidence (Real Estate, Investor, Entrepreneur, Professionals), plus **Status change**, **MOFA attestation**, and translation tips.
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Common Documents Family Proofs Real Estate Investor / Public Investment Entrepreneur Professionals Status Change MOFA Attestation & Translation FAQs
Common Documents (All Applicants)
- Passport copy (clear, full page) + recent photo (white background).
- Current UAE visa / entry status (if in-country).
- Emirates ID (if applicable).
Family Proofs (Spouse, Children, Parents)
- Spouse: **attested** marriage certificate (home country + MOFA attestation).
- Children: **attested** birth certificate(s); for sons, age rule applies; daughters must be unmarried.
- Parents: income/insurance proofs and sponsor undertakings as required by the emirate.
Full flow and fees: Family Sponsorship — Costs & Timeline
Route: Real Estate (AED 2M+)
- Title Deed **or** Oqood (off-plan).
- If mortgaged: **NOC** from bank + valuation/equity letter.
- Developer/authority letters if requested.
Guide: Golden Visa via Real Estate
Route: Investor / Public Investment
- Investment certificate/letter from authority/bank/fund.
- Share certificates / trade license (if capital in company).
- Source-of-funds / bank statements (KYC).
Route: Entrepreneur / Startup
- Endorsement/approval from incubator/competent authority.
- Pitch deck / plan; company license (if already formed).
- Evidence of innovation/traction or funding (if applicable).
Route: Professionals (Specialist)
- Employment/offer letter with salary and position.
- Recognized degree/license; attested as required.
- Experience letters / classification (if requested).
Status Change (In-Country)
- Entry permit or visit status; apply for **Status change** in-country.
- Medical fitness appointment receipt and payment.
- Biometrics appointment for **Emirates ID**.
More soon: Status Change vs Exit/Re-entry (dedicated page).
MOFA Attestation & Translation
- Get civil documents (marriage/birth/education) from origin country.
- Legalize in origin country (notary/foreign affairs) → UAE Embassy.
- In UAE: do **MOFA attestation**; add **official translation** if non-Arabic.
Translation Tips
- Use accredited legal translators; keep both original & translated copies.
- Names must match passport exactly; check spellings before stamping.
- Some authorities accept bilingual formats—confirm before re-translating.
FAQs
Do all family documents need MOFA attestation?
Yes. Marriage and birth certificates from abroad must be legalized in the origin country and stamped by **MOFA UAE**, then translated if needed.
Can I apply while on a visit visa?
Yes—use **Entry permit** and then **Status change** to process in-country without exit/re-entry.
Do I need insurance during processing?
Some emirates require insurance before visa stamping, especially for dependents and parents.
What if my property is mortgaged?
Provide bank **NOC** and valuation/equity letter. Eligibility depends on total value/equity per owner.