Dubai Holding Real Estate has introduced a new service at its Meraas and Nakheel sales centres to support property investors applying for UAE Golden Visas and other investor residency options.
The service is designed to make the property buying process more streamlined by offering residency guidance at the point of sale, where investors choose their homes.
Visa support service
Under the initiative, eligible customers can receive in-person support on visa eligibility, documentation and application steps. Applications will be processed through an accredited visa service provider, while Meraas and Nakheel will act only as facilitators.
The service covers key residency pathways, including the 10-year UAE Golden Visa for real estate investors who own property or properties valued at Dhs2 million or more, subject to approval by the relevant authorities. It also supports other investor residency options available in Dubai.
Investor journey
By integrating visa guidance into the sales centre experience, Dubai Holding aims to simplify the ownership journey for both new and existing customers. The initiative is intended to provide clearer information, improve coordination between sales teams and brokers, and support property buyers at a key decision stage.
Khalid Al Malik, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Holding Real Estate, said:
“Dubai is one of the world’s most attractive destinations to live, invest and build a future. By integrating the Golden Visa and investor residency process into the property ownership journey, we are empowering our customers with greater clarity and confidence as they choose their home. This service reflects our commitment to making the ownership experience across our portfolio simpler, more seamless and aligned with the long-term opportunities Dubai offers.”
Policy alignment
The initiative aligns with Dubai’s Real Estate Sector Strategy 2033, which aims to raise homeownership rates to 33%, double the sector’s contribution to GDP to around Dhs73 billion, and increase real estate transactions by 70%.
According to the Dubai Land Department, eligible property investors who own real estate worth Dhs2 million or more can apply for a 10-year renewable residence permit under the Golden Visa programme.
The service operates as a facilitation platform only, connecting customers with accredited specialists. Final eligibility, documentation, fees and approvals remain under the authority of relevant UAE government bodies.
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