Dubai has removed the minimum property value requirement for the 2-year investor visa. Under the updated rules, any completed freehold property qualifies for sole owners, provided the title deed is registered in a single name. The change was introduced by the Dubai Land Department through its Cube platform, without a formal public announcement.
Previously, the 2-year investor visa required a property worth at least AED 750,000. This minimum has now been removed for buyers who fully own a registered freehold property in Dubai. The update expands eligibility to buyers in lower price segments who were previously excluded despite holding full ownership. This includes studios, smaller apartments, and properties in emerging areas that typically fall below the previous AED 750,000 threshold.
New Conditions by Ownership Type
The update applies different rules depending on ownership structure. Sole owners are not subject to a minimum property value. Joint owners who are not related must each hold a share of at least AED 400,000 to qualify.
| Ownership type | Minimum value | Family members |
|---|---|---|
| Sole ownership | No minimum | Visas available for family members |
| Joint ownership (non-family) | AED 400,000 per share | Visas available for family members |
The AED 400,000 requirement applies to each co-owner individually. If two unrelated buyers share a property, each must hold a share of at least AED 400,000, regardless of the total value. This does not apply to spouses, whose rules remain unchanged.
All Three Property Visa Tiers
The 2-year investor visa is one of three property-linked residency options available in Dubai. The other two tiers remain unchanged.
| Visa | Duration | Minimum investment |
|---|---|---|
| Investor visa | 2 years | No minimum (sole ownership) |
| Retirement visa | 5 years | AED 1,000,000 |
| Golden Visa | 10 years | AED 2,000,000 |
The 5-year retirement visa is available to applicants aged 55+ who own a fully paid property worth at least AED 1,000,000, or who meet other financial criteria.
The 10-year Golden Visa requires property valued at AED 2,000,000 or more. It can include off-plan and mortgaged properties, and there is no minimum stay requirement outside the UAE. A February 2026 update also removed the need for an AED 1,000,000 upfront payment, allowing eligibility based on the total property value shown in the title deed or Oqood.
All three visa types allow holders to sponsor family members. The 2-year visa applies only to completed properties with a registered title deed — off-plan units qualify only after handover.