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Residency Without Work Dubai — Property & Retirement Visa

Apply for a UAE residency visa without employment. Available for property investors, retirees, and dependents who meet minimum financial requirements.

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Eligibility

Property investor

Own property in the UAE valued at AED 750,000 or above. The property must be completed (not off-plan).

Retiree

Age 55+ with proof of retirement income, property, or savings meeting the minimum threshold.

Financial requirement

Must demonstrate sufficient financial means — either through property ownership, fixed deposit, or monthly income meeting GDRFA requirements.

Required Documents

Passport (valid 6+ months)

Primary identity document

Property title deed (if applicable)Optional

Proves property ownership

Bank statements or fixed deposit

Financial proof

Medical fitness certificate

Health clearance

Health insurance

Mandatory for all residents

Process Timeline

You
Amer MBS
Authority
  1. 1

    Eligibility review

    We review your documents and confirm your eligibility for residency without work.

    Same day

    You

    Provide documents

    Amer MBS

    Assess eligibility

    Authority

  2. 2

    Application submission

    Amer MBS submits the residency application to GDRFA including all supporting financial documentation.

    5–10 business days

    You

    Complete medical and biometrics

    Amer MBS

    Submit and follow up

    Authority

    Review and approve

  3. 3

    Visa stamping

    Once approved, the residency visa is stamped in your passport.

    2–3 business days

    You

    Submit passport

    Amer MBS

    Coordinate stamping

    Authority

    Stamp visa

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Jaz Mie C.

My entire experience with Amer Center is absolutely awesome. The staff are incredibly kind and courteous especially Ma'am Hessa she has a lot of personality, bubbly and a positive vibes that lighten up my day.

a year ago

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Mohamad M.

I was in urgent need of the establishment card. Miss. Umara answered and helped me immediately in less than a minute. She is kind, fast, and wonderful, and I see her as the perfect example of the best customer service.

a year ago

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum property value for residency?

The minimum property value is AED 750,000 for a property investor visa. The property must be completed and registered in your name.

How long is the residency valid?

Property investor residency is typically 2–3 years, renewable. Retiree visas may be 5 years depending on the category.

Can I sponsor family members?

Yes. Residency without work visa holders can sponsor dependents subject to meeting minimum income/property requirements.

What are the total costs?

Government fees vary by visa type. Property investor visas typically cost AED 3,000–5,000 in government fees. Contact us for a detailed breakdown.

Information sourced from GDRFA.gov.ae, ICA.gov.ae, and MOHRE.gov.ae — verified 2026-03-19

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