{"id":102495,"date":"2025-07-07T15:33:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T10:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=102495"},"modified":"2025-07-07T14:51:58","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T09:21:58","slug":"uae-new-golden-visa-for-indians-without-property","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/07\/uae-new-golden-visa-for-indians-without-property\/","title":{"rendered":"UAE Launches New Golden Visa for Indians Without Property at Just 23 Lakhs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>DUBAI-<\/strong> In a strategic policy shift, the <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=UAE\">United Arab Emirates (UAE)<\/a> has introduced a nomination-based <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Visa\">Golden Visa<\/a> for Indian nationals, removing the need for a property purchase or business license. The initiative, tested in India and Bangladesh, is being facilitated by Rayad Group and supported by visa service provider One Vasco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under this new scheme, eligible Indians can acquire lifelong residency in the UAE (DXB) by paying a one-time fee of AED 100,000 (\u20b923.3 lakh), pending background verification and official nomination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Getting_Help_with_Your_UAE_Visa_Application_Visa_Services_Available-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"UAE Launches New Golden Visa for Indians Without Property at Just 23 Lakhs\" class=\"wp-image-94219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Getting_Help_with_Your_UAE_Visa_Application_Visa_Services_Available-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Getting_Help_with_Your_UAE_Visa_Application_Visa_Services_Available-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Getting_Help_with_Your_UAE_Visa_Application_Visa_Services_Available-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Getting_Help_with_Your_UAE_Visa_Application_Visa_Services_Available-50x28.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Getting_Help_with_Your_UAE_Visa_Application_Visa_Services_Available-1600x900.webp 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Getting_Help_with_Your_UAE_Visa_Application_Visa_Services_Available-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Getting_Help_with_Your_UAE_Visa_Application_Visa_Services_Available-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Getting_Help_with_Your_UAE_Visa_Application_Visa_Services_Available-450x253.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Getting_Help_with_Your_UAE_Visa_Application_Visa_Services_Available-1200x675.webp 1200w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Getting_Help_with_Your_UAE_Visa_Application_Visa_Services_Available.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo- Royal Visa Dubai<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-uae-new-golden-visa\">UAE New Golden Visa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike the traditional route which required investments of at least AED 2 million (\u20b94.66 crore) in property or substantial business ventures, the nomination-based model enables a wider pool of applicants to secure the UAE\u2019s coveted Golden Visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Rayad Kamal Ayub, Managing Director of Rayad Group, this process offers \u201ca golden opportunity\u201d for Indians seeking residency rights in the Emirates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over 5,000 Indian citizens are expected to apply for the new Golden Visa within the next three months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The UAE government has selected India and Bangladesh for the pilot phase, indicating the strong diplomatic and economic ties with these CEPA (Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement) signatory nations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Background Checks and Nomination Process<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Each application under the nomination pathway undergoes a thorough background check, covering:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Anti-money laundering clearance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Criminal record verification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social media audit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evaluation of potential contributions to the UAE\u2019s economy, society, or culture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Rayad Group is responsible for vetting applicants and submitting eligible nominations to UAE immigration authorities. Approval remains at the sole discretion of the Emirati government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ek-8131lay-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-97863\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ek-8131lay-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ek-8131lay-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ek-8131lay-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ek-8131lay-50x38.webp 50w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ek-8131lay-1600x1200.webp 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ek-8131lay-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ek-8131lay-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ek-8131lay-450x338.webp 450w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ek-8131lay-1200x900.webp 1200w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ek-8131lay.webp 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Peak Travel Advisory &#8211; Check in desk; Photo- Emirates<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application and Visa Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Prospective applicants do <strong>not need to visit the UAE<\/strong> initially. Pre-approvals can be obtained from India through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One Vasco visa centres<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registered Rayad Group offices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The group&#8217;s online portal and call center<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Key benefits of the nomination-based Golden Visa include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lifetime UAE residency<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Permission to sponsor family, domestic staff, and drivers<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freedom to engage in any professional or business activity<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No cancellation upon property sale<\/strong>, unlike the property-based visa<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strategic Bilateral Expansion<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The rollout of this program highlights the UAE&#8217;s strengthening bilateral relations with India following the CEPA agreement in May 2022. The visa&#8217;s launch is part of a broader pilot initiative that will expand to other CEPA partners, including China.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The selection of India for the first phase further demonstrates the mutual strategic importance of Indo-UAE ties, both economically and geopolitically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-165.png\" alt=\"UAE Launches New Golden Visa for Indians Without Property at Just 23 Lakhs\" class=\"wp-image-33549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-165.png 960w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-165-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-165-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-165-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/image-165-750x500.png 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Free photo Flag Identification Travel Passport Usa Visa &#8211; Max Pixel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-unique-approach\">Unique Approach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Approximately 40 countries worldwide continue tightening standard immigration pathways while preserving investment-based residency programs. These golden visa initiatives create opportunities for wealthy individuals to obtain residential status through substantial financial commitments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditional Golden Visas, including those offered by countries such as Portugal, Greece, and Malta, require financial commitments in the form of real estate purchases, bonds, or business investments. The UAE&#8217;s updated approach departs from this model to support human capital rather than just financial investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This mirrors trends seen globally, where countries are reconsidering golden visa structures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, the United States is planning to overhaul its EB-5 investor visa program into a proposed &#8220;gold card&#8221; model with higher investment thresholds. This initiative would grant residency rights and citizenship prospects in exchange for USD 5 million in investments, demonstrating the competitive nature of international talent acquisition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The UAE&#8217;s largest airline, <strong>Emirates (EK)<\/strong>, operates from <strong>Dubai International Airport (DXB)<\/strong>\u2014a major global hub that will serve as the likely port of entry for most new visa holders. <strong>Etihad Airways (EY)<\/strong>, based in <strong>Abu Dhabi (AUH)<\/strong>, also plays a pivotal role in inbound traffic and residency-related travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These carriers are expected to play a critical role in facilitating the influx of new Golden Visa residents, with direct connectivity from key Indian cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay tuned with us. 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