What are the requirements for a UAE retirement visa?

The UAE offers a 5-year retirement visa for eligible individuals who meet the following requirements:

Eligibility:

• The applicant must be at least 55 years old.

• Own property in the UAE valued at a minimum of AED 2 million. The property must be fully paid (not mortgaged).

• The applicant must be inside the UAE at the time of application.

Required Documents:

• Title deed(s)

• Valid passport

• Previous Emirates ID

• Passport-sized photograph

• Health insurance

Application Process:

1. Complete a medical fitness test.

2. Hold or cancel any existing family visa.

3. Cancel the applicant’s current visa.

4. Complete visa stamping (valid for 5 years).

5. Obtain a new Emirates ID (valid for 5 years).

6. Re-activate or apply for the family visa, if applicable.

Fees (approximate):

• Medical test (VIP): AED 753

• Emirates ID (5 years): AED 572.50

• 5-year residency visa: AED 888.75

• Management fee: AED 100

• Total: AED 2,314.25

• File opening for dependent visa: AED 318.75
  Note: Health insurance is not included in the above fees.