Visa · Residency
UAE Investor / Partner Visa
Residency through company ownership — the founder's route.
When you own a UAE company, it can sponsor your investor (partner) residence visa. It's the standard way founders get residency, and it lets you sponsor your family too.
What's involved
Sponsored by your company
Your free zone or mainland company sponsors the investor/partner visa based on your ownership.
Typically 2 years
Standard residence visas are commonly valid for 2 years and are renewable.
Family sponsorship
As a resident, you can sponsor spouse and children (subject to conditions).
Medical + Emirates ID
A quick medical and biometrics step, then your visa and Emirates ID are issued.
Frequently asked
01How do I get an investor visa in the UAE?＋
Set up a company (free zone or mainland); once it has an establishment card, it sponsors your investor/partner visa. You complete a medical and biometrics, then receive the visa and Emirates ID.
02How many visas can my company sponsor?＋
It depends on your package and office. Zero-visa options exist; flexi-desks allow a few, and offices/warehouses unlock larger quotas.
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