Can I get a UAE Golden Visa by buying property in Dubai?

Yes, real-estate investment is one of the recognised routes to the UAE Golden Visa. To qualify you generally must own one or more properties whose value meets the minimum set by the authorities, with proof of ownership through a registered title deed; ready and, under certain conditions, off-plan or mortgaged properties may count, but each has specific requirements you must satisfy. The property must usually be retained while the visa is valid. In Dubai, property-based applications are commonly processed through the Dubai Land Department's services together with GDRFA under the federal ICP framework, and the title is verified before the visa is granted. Joint ownership between spouses can sometimes be combined, subject to the rules in force. Because the minimum property value and the treatment of mortgages and off-plan units are set by the authorities and can change, confirm the current threshold and conditions on u.ae, ICP or through the Dubai Land Department before purchasing. A verified UAE legal professional on LEXAI can check whether a specific property and ownership structure meet the criteria.