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Golden Visa de Emiratos Árabes Unidos por Compra de Vivienda, Desde Reino Unido
British buyers use UAE property for a ten-year golden visa and, for many, a move out of UK tax residence. What is different from the UK: the statutory residence test decides when you stop being UK resident, UK property income stays taxable in the UK, and the 2025 end of the non-dom regime changed the planning.
Actualizado 1 de octubre de 2026
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UK citizens can get a 10-year UAE golden visa by owning property worth at least AED 2 million, including approved off-plan and mortgaged property. Moving to the UAE does not end UK tax on its own: the statutory residence test decides when you become non-resident, and UK property income remains taxable in the UK. The UK–UAE tax treaty applies.
A 1 de octubre de 2026
| Dato | Detalle |
|---|---|
| Visitas cortas | Sin visado para visitas cortasFuente · comprobado el 2 de octubre de 2026 |
| Documentos | Se acepta la apostilla: tu país es parte del Convenio de La HayaFuente · comprobado el 2 de octubre de 2026 |
Qué cambia desde Reino Unido
Statutory residence test
Whether you stop being UK resident depends on days in the UK and your ties (family, accommodation, work). Split-year treatment can apply in the year you leave.
UK assets after you leave
Rental income from UK property and gains on UK land stay taxable in the UK. The four-year foreign income regime from April 2025 matters if you return.
Off-plan with approved developers
Off-plan property can count, subject to the rules on payments made. We work with offplanproperty.com on off-plan projects.
Vías abiertas para ti
Las cifras son mínimos legales de fuentes oficiales. Las tasas oficiales son estimaciones y cambian; nuestros honorarios se presupuestan para tu caso.
Golden visa through property
Buyers of UAE property worth AED 2 million or more (mortgaged and approved off-plan property can qualify).
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Paso a paso desde Reino Unido
Plan UK tax residence
Map your days and ties under the statutory residence test before you move.
Choose the property
Ready or approved off-plan property worth AED 2 million or more.
Register the title
Register with the land department.
Apply for the golden visa
Apply through ICP or GDRFA with the property documents.
Medical and Emirates ID
Complete the medical test and biometrics in the UAE.
Documentos y legalización
Apostilla en Reino Unido los documentos públicos (actas de nacimiento y matrimonio, certificado de antecedentes, títulos) y tradúcelos con traductor jurado cuando el destino lo pida.
Normalmente necesitarás un certificado de antecedentes penales de Reino Unido y de cualquier otro país en el que hayas vivido recientemente.
Dónde solicitar
Apply through ICP (or GDRFA in Dubai) once the qualifying asset is registered; medical test and Emirates ID in the UAE.
Comprar vivienda para obtener la residencia
La obra nueva sobre plano y la segunda mano pueden cumplir cuando el promotor, el precio y el título se ajustan a las reglas del programa. Trabajamos con offplanproperty.com en obra nueva y con Belgrave Estates en traslados y búsquedas de segunda mano, y comprobamos cada compra con las reglas de residencia antes de que te comprometas.
Asesores que hablan tu idioma
Habla con alguien que conoce el proceso desde Reino Unido.
- Marcus LeungHead of Asia PacificMandarin, English, Cantonese
- William HarringtonHead of Middle East & GCCArabic, English, French
Fuentes y revisión
Última actualización: 1 de octubre de 2026
- UAE government portal: golden visa
- UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP)
- GOV.UK: tax treaties
Partes de esta página están pendientes de revisión por nuestro equipo jurídico; confirmamos cada punto para tu caso antes de solicitar.
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Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa to visit the UAE?
No, UK citizens get a visit visa on arrival.
Will I stop paying UK tax if I move to Dubai?
Only if you become non-resident under the statutory residence test, and UK property income stays taxable in the UK.
Can I keep my UK home?
Yes, but an available UK home counts as a tie and can affect residence; take advice.
Is there a UK–UAE tax treaty?
Yes, a comprehensive double tax treaty is in force.
Which route suits me best?
It depends on your goal: living in the country, a second passport, tax planning or a base for your family. The routes on this page are ranked by fit for people moving from your country.
How long does it take to move?
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