The core government cost of a 10-year UAE Golden Visa is usually around AED 4,500–6,500 for one person — the visa fee, medical test and Emirates ID — before optional extras like health insurance, a service-centre fee, or any route-specific charges (such as a nomination for the talent route). Here is the full breakdown for 2026.
10-year Golden Visa cost breakdown
| Item | Typical range (AED) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Visa application / issuance | 2,800 – 3,800 | Varies by category & emirate |
| Emirates ID (10-year) | 1,000 – 1,400 | Longer ID term = higher fee |
| Medical fitness test | 350 – 750 | Standard vs fast-track |
| Service-centre / typing | 200 – 500 | Only if you use an agent |
| Health insurance | 800 – 5,000+/yr | Required; depends on age & cover |
| Nomination / endorsement | Varies | Talent, student & some investor routes |
Indicative figures for 2026 — government fees change and differ by emirate and route. Confirm the current amounts with ICP or GDRFA before you budget. For 5-year pricing, see costs & timeline.
What changes your total
- Your route — property, investment, entrepreneur or professional — some add nomination or valuation fees.
- Emirate & portal — federal ICP vs Dubai GDRFA can differ.
- Medical speed — standard vs fast-track packages.
- Family members — each dependant adds their own visa, medical, Emirates ID and insurance.
- Insurance — the biggest variable, driven by age and level of cover.
Cost for family members
Each dependant you sponsor broadly repeats the per-person government steps — visa, medical and Emirates ID — plus their own insurance. Budget a similar core amount per adult; children's medical fees are often lower.
Renewal cost
A 10-year visa is renewed once the term ends (or if your circumstances change). Renewal repeats the medical, Emirates ID and issuance fees at the rates in force then — see the renewal guide.
How to keep the cost down
- Apply yourself through the ICP app or GDRFA to avoid service-centre fees.
- Choose a standard (not fast-track) medical if you are not in a hurry.
- Compare insurance plans — cover you actually need, not the most expensive tier.
- Get your documents right first time to avoid re-submission fees.
Recommended sequence
- Confirm your eligibility and route.
- Book your medical test.
- Apply, pay the government fees, and complete biometrics for your Emirates ID.
- Visa stamping and card issuance — then sponsor family if needed.
10-year Golden Visa cost — FAQs
How much does a 10-year Golden Visa cost in total?
For one person the core government steps — visa issuance, medical test and Emirates ID — usually total around AED 4,500–6,500, before optional extras like health insurance, a service-centre fee, or route-specific charges.
Is health insurance included in that cost?
No. Health insurance is required for residency but priced separately, from roughly AED 800 to over AED 5,000 a year depending on your age and level of cover.
Does each family member cost the same?
Broadly yes — each dependant repeats the visa, medical and Emirates ID steps plus their own insurance. Children's medical fees are often lower.
Can I reduce the cost?
Yes — apply yourself instead of using an agent, pick a standard medical, compare insurance plans, and get your documents right first time to avoid re-submission fees.
Do costs differ between the 5-year and 10-year visa?
The Emirates ID fee is higher for the longer 10-year term, and some route fees differ. See our costs & timeline page for 5-year pricing.