Golden Visa Properties in Dubai: The Short Answer
Golden Visa properties in Dubai are homes worth at least AED 2 million, the commonly cited threshold for the UAE's 10-year property Golden Visa, which gives you and your family long-term residency without an employer sponsor. SMS Realty currently lists 23 Dubai off-plan projects with starting prices of AED 2 million or more, from about AED 2 million in Business Bay, Al Jaddaf and on Sheikh Zayed Road to AED 27.8 million at Port de La Mer. Off-plan property can qualify, subject to the rules on how much has been paid and the developer's documents, so confirm eligibility for the specific unit before you buy.
Below is every Golden Visa-eligible project we list by price band, with area, developer and unit types, plus how the property Golden Visa works, which units to choose, and the checks to make. Prices are starting prices on our listings as of November 2026 and change as units sell. Ask us to check a unit's Golden Visa eligibility.
Golden Visa Projects From AED 2 Million to AED 3 Million
The most popular band: apartments that clear the threshold at or close to the starting price.
| Project | Area | Developer | Starting price | Unit types |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binghatti Aquarise | Business Bay | Binghatti | AED 2M | 1 to 4 bedrooms |
| Binghatti Starlight | Al Jaddaf | Binghatti | AED 2M | 2 bedrooms |
| Binghatti Royale | Dubai | Binghatti | AED 2M | 1 bedroom |
| FTV Acacia | Dubai | BNW | AED 2M | 1 to 4 bedrooms |
| Sobha Central: The Mirage | Sheikh Zayed Road | Sobha | AED 2M | 1 to 3 bedrooms |
| La Perla | Dubai | BNW | AED 2.20M | 1 to 3 bedrooms |
| Sobha Hartland II: 320 Riverside | MBR City | Sobha | AED 2.30M | 1 to 3 bedrooms |
| Binghatti Skyrise | Business Bay | Binghatti | AED 2.50M | 1 bedroom |
| Binghatti Ghost | Business Bay | Binghatti | AED 2.60M | 2 to 3 bedrooms |
| City Walk Crestlane | City Walk | Dubai Holding Real Estate | AED 2.70M | 1 to 5 bedrooms |
| Reportage Hills | Dubai | Reportage | AED 2.80M | 3 to 5 bedrooms |
| Binghatti Hills | Dubai Science Park | Binghatti | AED 2.90M | 2 bedrooms |
Where a project starts at exactly AED 2 million, make sure the unit you choose is priced at AED 2 million or more, since cheaper layouts in the same tower may fall below the threshold.
Golden Visa Projects From AED 3 Million to AED 5 Million
| Project | Area | Developer | Starting price | Unit types |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binghatti Skyblade | Dubai | Binghatti | AED 3.30M | 1 to 3 bedrooms |
| Sobha Hartland II: 310 Riverside | MBR City | Sobha | AED 3.40M | 2.5 bedrooms |
| HAYAT 1 | Dubai South | Dubai South Properties | AED 3.75M | 3 to 5 bedroom townhouses |
| Nourelle | Madinat Jumeirah Living | Dubai Holding Real Estate | AED 3.85M | 1 to 3 bedrooms |
| Palm Beach Towers | Palm Jumeirah | Dubai Holding Real Estate | AED 4.10M | 1 to 4 bedrooms |
Prime and Luxury Golden Visa Projects From AED 5 Million
| Project | Area | Developer | Starting price | Unit types |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design Quarter | Dubai | Dubai Holding Real Estate | AED 6.60M | 3 bedrooms |
| Burj Binghatti Jacob & Co Residences | Business Bay | Binghatti | AED 9.20M | 2 to 3 bedrooms |
| Sobha Elwood Villas | Dubai | Sobha | AED 9.90M | 4 to 6 bedroom villas |
| Jumeirah Residences Emirates Towers | Dubai | Dubai Holding Real Estate | AED 10.80M | 3 to 4 bedrooms |
| Nad Al Sheba Gardens | Nad Al Sheba | Dubai Holding Real Estate | AED 15.60M | 5 bedrooms |
| Port de La Mer | La Mer | Dubai Holding Real Estate | AED 27.80M | 5 to 6 bedrooms |
For prime purchases, see our luxury real estate buyer's guide.
How the Property Golden Visa Works
- Threshold: property worth at least AED 2 million, under the commonly cited rules.
- Off-plan: off-plan units can qualify, subject to conditions such as the amount paid and documents from an approved developer.
- Mortgages: mortgaged property can qualify subject to conditions. See the Golden Visa with a mortgaged property.
- Combining properties: the value can come from more than one property.
- Family: holders can sponsor their spouse and children.
Rules are set by the UAE authorities and change from time to time, so confirm the current criteria before you buy. Read our full guide to the Golden Visa through property, or use our Golden Visa eligibility checker.
Which Golden Visa Property Should You Choose?
- For rental income: one- and two-bedrooms in Business Bay, Al Jaddaf and MBR City, where rental demand is deep. See our Rental Yield Index.
- For family living: larger units and townhouses, such as HAYAT 1 townhouses in Dubai South from AED 3.75 million on a 30/70 plan.
- For prestige and capital value: branded and waterfront addresses such as Burj Binghatti Jacob & Co, Palm Beach Towers and Port de La Mer.
- For the lowest qualifying spend: projects starting at about AED 2 million, choosing a unit at or above the threshold.
What You Pay to Book an AED 2 Million Golden Visa Property
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Down payment (20%, typical) | AED 400,000 |
| DLD fee (4%) | AED 80,000 |
| Registration and admin fees | A few thousand dirhams |
Ask how much must be paid before the developer will issue the documents needed for a Golden Visa application on an off-plan unit, since that can determine when you can apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Authored By
Sanjit Banerjee
Founder & CEO of SMS Realty, specializing in Dubai's strategic growth corridors and high-yield investment structures.