Residency, Business & Investment Solutions in the UAE
Live, work, invest and build your future in Dubai and across the Emirates.
A connected global business base
Dubai and the other Emirates connect international business, finance, technology, trade and education. UAE residence pathways serve entrepreneurs, investors, skilled professionals, remote workers, students and families.
CETO Global assesses your goals and coordinates the appropriate residence application with qualified UAE legal, immigration, corporate and government-service professionals.
Explore UAE Residency OptionsDubai is part of the UAE
Residence is granted under the UAE immigration framework, not a separate Dubai nationality. The right pathway and authority depend on the Emirate, business structure and applicant’s circumstances.
Residence is not tax residence
A residence permit or company does not by itself determine tax status or guarantee bank-account approval. Seek individual corporate and tax guidance where relevant.
Explore UAE & Dubai residence
Each category has its own eligibility, documents and duration.
Property Investor Golden Residence
Long-term residence through qualifying UAE real estate
Explore pathwayPublic Investment Golden Residence
A long-term UAE residence option for qualifying investors
Explore pathwayRemote Work Residence
Live in Dubai while working internationally
Explore pathwayRetirement Residence
A renewable five-year residence pathway for qualifying retirees
Explore pathwayStudent Residence
Study and live in the UAE
Explore pathwayOutstanding Students & Graduates Golden Residence
Long-term residence recognising academic excellence
Explore pathwayThe right structure depends on your goals
Explore the additional uploaded pathways for entrepreneurs, professionals, families and exceptional contributors.
Business & Entrepreneur Residence
Build a qualifying business base in the UAE
Explore pathwayInvestor / Partner Residence
Residence through a qualifying UAE business interest
Explore pathwayGreen Residence
Five-year residence for qualifying independent professionals and investors
Explore pathwayEmployment Residence
Live and work in the UAE through qualifying employment
Explore pathwayFamily Residence
Bring eligible family members to the UAE
Explore pathwayExceptional Talent & Specialised Professionals
Golden Residence for outstanding expertise and achievement
Explore pathwayEntrepreneur & Startup Golden Residence
Ten-year residence for qualifying founders
Explore pathwayFreelancer & Self-Employment Residence
Independent professional life through Green Residence
Explore pathwayGolden Residence
Understand the UAE’s category-specific long-term residence
Explore pathwayDubai Property Owner Residence
Explore property-linked residence beyond the Golden route
Explore pathwayHumanitarian Pioneers Golden Residence
Recognising substantial humanitarian contribution
Explore pathwayFirst Line of Defence Golden Residence
Long-term recognition for qualifying frontline service
Explore pathwayHow we work
Choose on substance, not assumptions
Golden Residence has category-specific eligibility; it is not simply a payment for a ten-year visa. A company, property purchase or residence permit does not guarantee a bank account, tax residence, permanent settlement or citizenship.
Residence length and renewal conditions vary. The current rules of the relevant UAE authorities should be checked before any application or investment.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a separate Dubai visa?
No. Dubai is one of seven Emirates; residence is issued within the UAE immigration framework. The procedure and competent authority can vary by Emirate.
Does a UAE residence visa make me a tax resident?
Not automatically. Immigration status and tax residence are different matters and require separate assessment.
Does opening a company guarantee residence or a bank account?
No. Residence depends on the relevant immigration conditions. Banks independently assess identity, source of funds and compliance before opening an account.
Does long-term residence lead automatically to citizenship?
No. UAE residence does not create an automatic passport or standard naturalisation pathway after a fixed number of years.
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Find the UAE residence option that fits your plans with qualified local partners.
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