UAE investor visa and 10 year Golden Visa services
Residence visas from entry permit to Emirates ID, and Golden Visa applications for eligible founders.
Owning a UAE company gives you the right to live in the UAE, sponsor your family and hire staff. Main Zone handles your residence visa from entry permit to Emirates ID, and helps eligible founders, investors and professionals apply for the 10 year UAE Golden Visa.
Investor, employee and family visas
Investor and partner visa
Available to shareholders of free zone and mainland companies. Usually valid for 2 years (some authorities offer longer terms) and renewable. Includes entry permit, change of status, medical fitness test, Emirates ID biometrics and visa stamping.
Employee visas
Hire talent from anywhere in the world. We handle MoHRE or free zone work permits, labour contracts, medicals and Emirates ID for your team.
Family visa sponsorship
Sponsor your spouse, children and, in some cases, parents once you hold a valid residence visa and meet the minimum salary or income requirement.
UAE Golden Visa
The UAE Golden Visa is a long term residence visa that does not need a sponsor and allows you to stay outside the UAE for extended periods without losing residency. Main Zone assesses your profile and prepares a complete application for these common categories.
Property investors
Property worth AED 2 million or more.
Investors and business owners
AED 2 million invested in an approved fund or UAE business.
Entrepreneurs
With an approved project or qualifying UAE business.
Skilled professionals
Monthly basic salary of AED 30,000 or more, a bachelor's degree and an eligible occupation level.
Exceptional talents
In science, arts, sport, technology and other fields.
Benefits
10 year renewable residency, family sponsorship including children regardless of age (subject to current rules), no minimum stay, domestic staff sponsorship.
Thresholds shown are those commonly applied in 2026. Eligibility rules are set by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) and GDRFA Dubai, and they can change. Your advisor will confirm the current criteria for your case before you apply.
PRO support after setup
License renewals, visa renewals, Establishment Card updates, MoHRE filings and document attestation, all handled by your advisor.
- License renewals
- Visa renewals
- Establishment Card updates
- MoHRE filings
- Document attestation
Visa questions
Yes. Shareholders can apply for an investor or partner visa, and you can sponsor employees and family members. Eligible investors and professionals may also qualify for the 10 year UAE Golden Visa.
Yes, if the business or investment meets the current thresholds. Many founders start with a standard 2 year investor visa and move to the Golden Visa once they qualify.
Yes. Spouses and children can be sponsored, subject to current rules.
Most free zone companies can be formed remotely. You will need to visit the UAE for visa medicals and Emirates ID biometrics, and some banks require an in person meeting.
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Guide 10Documents required for company formation in the UAE: a complete checklist
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