Investor Visa
Residency for company shareholders and partners in the UAE.
Starting from
AED 6,340
Published estimate including service fee
- Typical timeline
- 7-14 working days
- Best for
- Company owners and partners
- Linked to
- Your company
- Published estimate including service fee
- From AED 6,340
About Investor Visa
Owners and partners of a UAE company can apply for an investor or partner visa, linked to the company and its share value.
We confirm eligibility for your licence type, prepare the file and process the visa from start to Emirates ID.
No employer needed
Your visa comes from your own company.
Quota aware
We check your visa quota before applying.
Family eligible
Sponsor eligible family members.
At a glance
The numbers that matter
Applicant
Business investor
Designed for eligible owners or investors connected with a UAE business.
Basis
Investment
The residence route is connected to the applicant's qualifying investment or company ownership.
Process
Company-linked
Company documents and ownership records form an important part of the application.
Next steps
ID & medical
Eligible applicants may need medical fitness and Emirates ID procedures.
Is this right for you?
Who is an investor visa for?
UAE company shareholders
Business owners establishing a UAE presence
Foreign investors joining an existing UAE company
Entrepreneurs requiring residence through their business structure
Connect your residence to your UAE business
An investor residence route can be suitable for eligible shareholders and business owners who want UAE residency through their company structure.
The company ownership documents, licence and applicant information should be consistent before the application is submitted.
- Verify company ownership
- Review investor eligibility
- Prepare shareholder documentation
- Submit the residence application
- Complete medical and Emirates ID procedures
The company file supports the visa application
A clean company record makes the investor visa process easier. Licence, shareholder information and establishment records should match the applicant's current position.
Before you start
Requirements & eligibility
Applicant documents
- Passport copy
- Passport photograph
- Current visa information where applicable
Company documents
- Trade licence
- Shareholder or ownership document
- Company registration details
Investor evidence
The authority may require evidence confirming the applicant's ownership or qualifying investment position.
Medical and Emirates ID
The applicable residence process may include medical fitness and Emirates ID procedures.
What is included
- Eligibility review
- Establishment card check
- Entry permit or status change
- Medical and Emirates ID
- Visa stamping
Documents you will need
Tick what you already have and we will help with the rest.
How it works, step by step
4 clear steps, and we handle each one. You always know where your file stands.
- 1
Check
Confirm licence, quota and share value rules.
- 2
Apply
File the investor visa application.
- 3
Medical and ID
Complete tests and biometrics.
- 4
Issue
Visa stamped and Emirates ID delivered.
Important to know
Before you proceed
Ownership must be current
The visa application should reflect the applicant's actual ownership position in the company.
Company status matters
Expired or incomplete company records can delay related immigration procedures.
Banking is separate
Obtaining investor residency does not automatically guarantee corporate or personal bank account approval.
Visa validity varies
The applicable residence duration depends on the specific investor route and authority requirements.
Questions, answered
Can't find what you need? Message us and a consultant will reply.
Ask on WhatsAppSome authorities set a minimum share value for investor visas on the mainland. We confirm the current rule for your licence.
Usually yes, if you meet the sponsor requirements. We check your case.
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