Golden Visa Eligibility Checker

The UAE Golden Visa is open to investors, entrepreneurs, specialists, outstanding students and humanitarian pioneers, and the official portal also offers an eligibility check (UAE Government portal, checked 13 October 2026).

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What to know about Golden Visa Assessment

Investors

Public or real estate investment with minimum capital of AED 2 million, or an establishment paying at least AED 250,000 in annual taxes.

Entrepreneurs

Proof of an innovative or technical project and an incubator or authority letter.

Specialists

Doctors, scientists, inventors, creatives, executives and other categories.

Students

Outstanding students and graduates, with certificates and recommendations.

How to get started with Maven&

01

Free consultation

We review your goals, activity and budget.

02

Plan and quote

We recommend an option and give an itemised quote.

03

Prepare documents

We list and prepare the documents you need.

04

Apply

We submit the application and handle follow-ups.

05

Launch and support

We support visas, banking, accounting and compliance after launch.

What to prepare

Send us what you have and we will confirm what is missing.

  • Passport copy of every shareholder and manager
  • A short description of your business activity and plans
  • Copy of the trade licence and incorporation documents, if the company already exists
  • Details of how many visas or team members you plan to have
  • Anything else we ask for once we understand your case

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Why choose Maven& for Golden Visa Assessment

One dedicated consultant

One consultant coordinates your application from start to finish, so you never repeat yourself to a new team.

Transparent, itemised pricing

Every quote lists government fees and service fees line by line, with no hidden extras after you sign.

Checked against official sources

We work from official government guidance and confirm current requirements before we file.

Connected services

Company formation, visas, tax, accounting and banking are handled as one coordinated plan.

Golden Visa Assessment: frequently asked questions

Review the categories on the official portal and ask Maven& for a free assessment of your documents.

The government portal has its own eligibility check. Our assessment reviews your documents against the categories.

We prepare and submit the application. See our Golden Visa service page.

Maven& confirms government fees and our service fees in an itemised quote before you commit.

Ready to get started with Golden Visa Assessment?

Get a clear, itemised quote and a setup plan built around your activity. Talk to a Maven& consultant today.

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