Property Owner Residency Through the DLD Taskeen Programme
Residency in the UAE Linked Directly to Your Registered Property Ownership in Dubai
The two-year property investor residence permit allows a foreign national who owns property in Dubai to reside in the UAE on the basis of that ownership, with the owner acting as their own sponsor. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) administers the application through its Taskeen programme. The residence permit is issued by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA Dubai) under federal immigration legislation.
Under the current DLD eligibility criteria, a sole owner may apply regardless of the property value. Each co-owner of a jointly held property must hold a share valued at AED 400,000 or more. The permit is renewable and allows the holder to sponsor a spouse and children, subject to the applicable conditions.
EGSH operates as an authorised Real Estate Registration Trustee and is listed by the DLD as a service channel for the Investor Residence Application (Taskeen). EGSH handles each stage of the procedure under one roof, from initiating the Special Purpose Vehicle licence with the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) to submitting the immigration transactions to the GDRFA. The Emirates ID application and the medical fitness test are coordinated before the property is blocked in the Taskeen system.
The expected processing time is 3 to 6 working days from receipt of a complete application, subject to the fulfilment of government requirements and the absence of comments or delays from the relevant authorities.
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How to Apply for a 2-Year Investor Visa in Dubai
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Visit EGSH
Book an appointment online or walk in to EGSH, where the property owner is received without queues and assisted immediately with the Taskeen residency application.
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Document Review
EGSH verifies the title deed, passport, good conduct certificate and health insurance against current DLD and GDRFA requirements before any transaction is initiated.
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Application Submission
The Special Purpose Vehicle licence, establishment card, entry permit, status adjustment and residency transactions are submitted in sequence through the official DET and GDRFA systems.
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Receive Your Two-Year Residence Visa
The GDRFA issues the two-year residence visa sponsored by the property owner, followed by Emirates ID processing and confirmation of the property block in the Taskeen system.
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Documents Required for a Property Investor Residence Visa
Prepare Identity, Ownership and Clearance Documents
Identity Documents
A passport valid for more than six months, a personal photograph meeting Emirates ID specifications, any current Emirates ID and residence visa or entry permit, and a national ID card for specified nationalities.
Proof of Property Ownership
An electronic copy of the Dubai title deed in the applicant’s name, with a bank NOC for mortgaged property or a developer payment statement for developer-financed property.
Good Conduct Certificate
A certificate of good conduct issued by Dubai Police and addressed to the Dubai Land Department, which residents can request through the Dubai Police mobile application.
Health Insurance and Personal Attendance
Valid UAE health insurance is mandatory for the residence permit, and the applicant must attend in person because representatives and companions are not permitted under DLD requirements.
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What Is a 2-Year Investor Visa in Dubai
The two-year investor residence permit is a UAE residence category governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021 on the Entry and Residence of Foreigners and its Executive Regulations issued under Cabinet Resolution No. 65 of 2022. In Dubai, the DLD manages the property side of the application through Taskeen. GDRFA Dubai issues the entry permit and the residence permit. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) issues the Emirates ID, and the medical fitness examination is completed in coordination with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA).
Because the permit is linked to property rather than employment, the property owner is the sponsor. The procedure therefore begins with a Special Purpose Vehicle licence issued through the DET. This licence forms the basis for the establishment card and the residency transactions that follow.

Eligibility Criteria
The DLD criteria depend on the type of ownership. A sole owner may apply regardless of the property value. Where a property is jointly owned, each co-owner applying for residency must hold a share valued at AED 400,000 or more. These criteria replaced the previous minimum property value of AED 750,000 for individual owners. The DLD accepts applications from foreign investors already resident in the UAE and from visiting foreign investors.
Ownership must be evidenced by a title deed issued by the DLD for a completed property in Dubai. Title deeds issued in other emirates or in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) are not accepted. Where the property is mortgaged, a no objection certificate (NOC) from the bank is required. For developer-financed property, a payment statement from the developer is required instead.
The applicant's name must match exactly across the title deed, the passport and every supporting document. Any discrepancy in the owner's details should be corrected through a title deed amendment before the residency application is opened.

How the Procedure Works in Practice
The application moves through four authority stages. Once the documents are confirmed as complete, a payment voucher is generated for the Special Purpose Vehicle licence. The DET issues the licence after payment, and the licence is released to the immigration stage.
At the immigration stage, the establishment card is issued and the entry permit is obtained. A status adjustment is completed where the applicant's current immigration status requires it, and the GDRFA then completes the residency issuance.
The third stage covers the Emirates ID application with the ICP and the medical fitness test. A medical fitness exam for residency is mandatory for residence permit applicants and is completed at an accredited medical centre. Applicants residing in the UAE for the first time also provide fingerprints for the Emirates ID.
In the final stage, the property is blocked in the Taskeen system. The block links the title deed to the residence permit, and completion of the block is confirmed before the application is closed.

Processing Time and Complete Submission
The expected processing time is 3 to 6 working days, counted from the date a complete application is received. An application is complete when all identity, ownership, clearance and insurance documents have been provided in the correct form and name, and when any bank NOC or developer statement has been obtained.
The timeline depends on the fulfilment of government requirements at each stage. Comments or additional requests from the DET, the GDRFA, the ICP or the DLD can extend the processing period.
Fees
The fee for the two-year property residency procedure is AED 10,650. Residence permits for sponsored family members are applied for separately after the investor's permit is issued and carry their own fees. Fee amounts are current as of the date of publication and are subject to change.

Common Rejection Triggers
Most delays and refusals stem from documentation. Common triggers include a name that differs between the title deed and the passport, a passport with less than six months of validity, and a good conduct certificate that is not addressed to the DLD. A title deed issued outside Dubai or in the DIFC, a missing bank NOC or developer statement, and a co-owner share valued below AED 400,000 can also stop the application.
At the immigration stage, missing or expired health insurance cover and photographs that do not meet ICP specifications are frequent reasons for returned files.

Validity, Renewal and Family Sponsorship
The residence permit is valid for two years. Renewal is not automatic. The owner must continue to hold the qualifying property and meet the DLD eligibility criteria on the date of renewal. Renewal is processed as a separate investor visa renewal application, which should be submitted before the current permit expires.
Once the investor's permit is issued, the owner may sponsor a spouse and children under the DLD family residency requirements. Parents may be sponsored under a one-year permit, and a son over 18 receives a one-year permit. Family applications require attested marriage and birth certificates, and a notarised NOC from the father where the mother is the sponsor.
Cancellation Implications
The residence permit depends on continued ownership of the blocked property. Because the title deed is blocked in the Taskeen system and linked to the permit, the permit and any family permits sponsored under it must be addressed with the relevant authorities before the property can be sold or transferred. Owners who plan a sale should arrange the cancellation or change of their residence status in advance to avoid a gap in legal residency.

Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for a 2-year investor visa in Dubai?
A sole owner of property in Dubai may apply regardless of the property value, provided the title deed is issued by the Dubai Land Department (DLD). Where the property is jointly owned, each co-owner applying must hold a share valued at AED 400,000 or more. Owners of property valued at AED 2 million or more may alternatively consider the 10-year Golden Visa for property owners.
Can I apply if my property is mortgaged?
Yes, a mortgaged or developer-financed property can support the application. The applicant must provide a no objection certificate (NOC) from the financing bank or a payment statement from the developer, together with the other required documents.
How long does the two-year property residency procedure take?
The expected processing time is 3 to 6 working days from receipt of a complete application. This period covers the licence, immigration, medical fitness and Emirates ID application stages, followed by the property block in the Taskeen system. Comments or additional requirements from the relevant authorities can extend the timeline.
Can a representative submit the application on my behalf?
No. The DLD requires the applicant to attend in person, and companions or representatives are not permitted. The applicant must also be available for the medical fitness examination during the procedure.
Can I sponsor my family on a property investor visa?
Yes. After the investor’s residence permit is issued, the owner may sponsor a spouse and children, and parents under a one-year permit, in line with DLD family residency requirements. A spouse residence visa or child residence application requires attested marriage and birth certificates, and a son over 18 receives a one-year permit.
Is the property investor residence permit renewable?
Yes, the permit is valid for two years and can be renewed, but renewal is not automatic. The owner must continue to hold the qualifying property and meet the DLD eligibility criteria at the time of renewal. The renewal application should be submitted before the current permit expires.
What happens to the residence permit if I sell the property?
The residence permit is linked to the title deed, which is blocked in the Taskeen system for the duration of the residency. Before the property is sold or transferred, the permit and any dependent permits linked to it must be addressed with the relevant authorities. Owners planning a sale should arrange a change or cancellation of their residence status in advance.
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This page provides general procedural information about the two-year property investor residence permit in Dubai. EGSH submits and processes applications through official channels. The Special Purpose Vehicle licence is issued by the Department of Economy and Tourism, the residence permit by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs Dubai, and the Emirates ID by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security. Eligibility criteria, required documents, fees and processing times are set by the competent authorities and may change. Applicants should confirm current requirements before submission.










































































































































