Residence visa for the retired
Retired foreigners can apply for a long-term visa of 5 years. Read about the eligibility criteria and the steps to apply.
Eligibility
Retired foreigners can apply for a long-term visa of 5 years. For a retiree to be eligible for the retirement visa, he/she must:
- either have worked for not less than 15 years inside or outside the UAE, or be 55 years old or more at the time of retirement and
- own a property/properties of no less than AED 1 million or
- have financial savings of no less than AED 1 million or
- have a monthly income of AED 20,000 (15,000 a month for Dubai).
The visa is valid for 5 years with the possibility of renewing it if they meet the eligibility criteria.
Learn about the retirement programme in Dubai and how to apply for a visa.
Updated on 15 Jul 2024
