L-1/L-2 to UAE — 10-Year Golden Visa Route
For L-1 executives and specialised knowledge workers in the US.
The UAE Golden Visa gives 10-year residence to executives, specialists, and investors — with zero personal income tax and no annual sponsor dependence.
Timeline
4–8 weeks once documents are complete.
Estimated cost
AED 3,800–4,500 in government fees + Emirates ID.
Why now
L-1 max-out is a hard 5/7-year wall in the US. The UAE Golden Visa is one of the few destinations that treats L-1 executive experience as premium.
Eligibility snapshot
- AED 30,000+ monthly salary (specialised talent)
- Or public investment / real-estate route (AED 2M+)
- Or specialised talent endorsement (scientists, doctors, creatives)
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Common questions
Do I need a UAE job first?+
For the salary-based route, yes. For the specialised-talent, investor, or property routes, no employer needed.