Investment Route Guide
Uni Emirat Arab Golden Visa Through Property, From Iran
For Iranian citizens, property worth AED 2 million brings a ten-year UAE golden visa. What is different from Iran: you need a visa arranged before travel, funds must come from documented money held outside Iran, and UAE banks apply stricter checks.
Updated 1 Oktober 2026
Quick answer
Iranian citizens can get a 10-year UAE golden visa by owning property worth at least AED 2 million. Iranians need a UAE visa arranged before travel. Because of sanctions, the purchase must be funded from documented accounts outside Iran, and UAE banks and developers apply enhanced due diligence, so allow extra time for onboarding.
As of 1 Oktober 2026
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Short visits | Visa needed before travelSource · checked 2 Oktober 2026 |
| Documents | Full legalisation: your country is not in the Apostille ConventionSource · checked 2 Oktober 2026 |
What is different from Iran
Visa before travel
Iranian citizens need a visa arranged in advance for visits; once the golden visa is issued, it is your residence.
Banking
UAE banks apply enhanced checks to Iranian nationals and some will not open accounts; we prepare the source-of-funds file and work with developers who accept Iranian buyers.
Documents
Iran is not in the Apostille Convention; Iranian documents are certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and legalised by the UAE embassy, then translated into Arabic.
Routes open to you
Figures are statutory minimums from official sources. Official fees are estimates and change; our own fees are quoted for your case.
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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Step by step from Iran
Document the funds
Show how the money was earned and that it is held outside Iran.
Choose the property
Property worth AED 2 million or more with a developer or seller who can complete with Iranian buyers.
Register and apply
Register the title and apply through ICP or GDRFA.
Medical and Emirates ID
Complete the medical test and biometrics in the UAE.
Open UAE banking
Open an account once resident; expect enhanced checks.
Documents and legalisation
Iran is not in the Apostille Convention, so public documents need the full chain: attestation by the issuing authority and the foreign ministry, then legalisation by the Uni Emirat Arab embassy or consulate. Translate them with a sworn translator where required.
You will usually need a police certificate from Iran and from every other country you have lived in recently.
Where to apply
Apply through ICP (or GDRFA in Dubai) once the qualifying asset is registered; medical test and Emirates ID in the UAE.
Buying property for residency
Off-plan and resale property can qualify when the developer, price and title meet the programme rules. We work with offplanproperty.com for off-plan projects, and with Belgrave Estates for relocation and resale searches, and check every purchase against the residency rules before you commit.
Sources and review
Last updated 1 Oktober 2026
- UAE government portal: golden visa
- UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP)
- HCCH Apostille Convention status table
Parts of this page are awaiting review by our legal team; we confirm every point for your case before you apply.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Iranians get the UAE golden visa?
Yes, there is no published bar, but checks are stricter and some banks decline Iranian clients.
Can I transfer money from Iran?
No, transfers from Iranian banks are blocked by sanctions; funds must come from accounts abroad.
Does the golden visa lead to UAE citizenship?
No, UAE citizenship is not available through investment.
Can my family be included?
Yes, golden visa holders can sponsor a spouse and children.
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?
Timelines depend on the route, the completeness of your file and government processing. Each programme page shows its published processing range.
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