UAE government clarify Golden Visa eligibility criteria and application process
The ICP denied the accuracy of rumours circulated by 'some local and international media outlets and websites', which had claimed that the UAE was granting lifetime golden visas to certain nationalities.
Categories, conditions and regulations of the UAE golden visa are clearly defined in accordance with official laws, legislations and ministerial decisions, the ICP clarified.
Official information regarding eligibility criteria or smart applications can be found on the authority's website.
The authority's statement comes following the launch of third-party golden visa advisory and consultancy services in India and Bangladesh, which had implied that visas could be obtained under simplified conditions.
UAE denies rumours about lifetime Golden Visa for certain nationalities#WamNews https://t.co/r7nnXV6ksu pic.twitter.com/883zg6BBNe
— WAM English (@WAMNEWS_ENG) July 8, 2025
While the advisory services can assist with providing information for the long-term residency application process, they cannot approve or grant any golden visas.
Any claims that imply visas can be obtained under simplified conditions have no legal basis and were made without coordination with the relevant authorities in the UAE.
The ICP emphasised that all golden visa applications are handled exclusively through official government channels within the UAE, and that no internal or external consultancy entity is recognised as an authorised party in the application process.
The authority reiterated that it is committed to providing a safe and transparent environment for applicants and will continue to enhance its services exclusively through official digital platforms.
In the statement made via the WAM news agency, the authority also said 'legal action will be taken against entities spreading such false information in an attempt to illegally collect money from individuals aspiring to live and reside in the UAE, exploiting their hopes for a dignified and secure life.'
The ICP also urged any individuals wishing to visit, live or invest in the UAE to not respond to inaccurate rumours and false news aimed at quick profit.
Applicants were also urged to avoid paying any fees or submitting personal documents to any party claiming to provide golden visa application services.
The authority concluded by advising everyone to refer to official sources to verify the accuracy of procedures, either through the authority's official website or by contacting the call centre at 600522222.
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