Golden Visa 2026: what changed and what it means for your portfolio
S K Pranav Bhalaji · 2026-05-14 · 5 min read
As of February 2026, the requirement to pay 50% of a property upfront to qualify for the Golden Visa route has been removed. Off-plan and mortgaged property can now count toward the AED 2 million threshold, and clients can combine two or three properties to reach it.
For clients who assumed a Golden Visa required a single large cash purchase, this changes the calculation entirely. We confirm exact eligibility with the Dubai Land Department before any client commits.