Dubai scraps minimum property value for residency-by-investment visas
Dubai has updated its residency-by-investment rules for property buyers. The government has removed the minimum property value requirement for sole ownership. This change makes it easier for investors to qualify for a two-year residency visa.
Previously, investors needed to own a property worth at least 750,000 dirhams (around $204,000) to secure residency. That threshold has now been scrapped entirely for sole ownership. The new rules allow applicants to qualify regardless of property value.
For jointly owned properties, the minimum share requirement remains in place. Investors must still hold at least 400,000 dirhams (about $109,000) worth of equity to be eligible. This ensures a baseline investment level for co-ownership cases. The updated policy aims to attract more foreign buyers to Dubai’s real estate market. By lowering barriers, the government hopes to boost demand and simplify the residency application process.
The removal of the minimum property value for sole ownership marks a significant shift in Dubai’s residency rules. Investors can now apply for a two-year visa without meeting a set financial threshold. However, those in joint ownership must still meet the existing 400,000 dirham requirement.
