UAE denies reports of lifetime Golden Visas, warns against false claims

11-Jul-2025

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The UAE's Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has denied the media reports relating to the country granting lifetime Golden Visas to certain nationalities.

Some media reports had claimed that a nomination process has been put in place by the UAE authorities to verify and forward such applications. Some local media misinterpreted the story and called it a direct way to secure a golden visa, which is not the case.

The UAE's ICP on July 8 clarified that the categories, conditions, and regulations of the Golden Visa are clearly defined in accordance with official laws, legislation, and ministerial decisions. "Interested individuals can find the official information on the Authority's website or smart application," it said.