For those seeking long-term residency. Portgate currently focuses on real estate–based golden visa support. Because conditions vary by category and can change, we proceed with individual confirmation.
For You
For You
- Those seeking long-term residency in Dubai
- Those who own or plan to buy property in Dubai
- Those who want residency not tied to an employer/company sponsor
Requirements
Requirements
- The golden visa is generally associated with several categories, such as real estate, investment, and specialized talent.
- Portgate currently focuses on the real estate–based route.
- Thresholds and conditions differ by category and may change—please confirm individually.
How Fees Work
Fees
Included in our support
- Upfront eligibility check and consultation
- Review of property documents and application support
- Support through the on-the-ground steps
Additional costs
- Visa application, medical, and Emirates ID costs
- The cost of the property itself is separate from the visa fees
The total depends on your situation. We provide a free quote before any work begins.
Request a free quoteDocuments
Documents
- Passport Cover plus the photo/ID page, in colourYou provide
- Passport photo White background, front-facing, taken within the last 6 monthsYou provide
- Property title deed If applicableYou provide
- Sale & purchase agreement (SPA) If applicableYou provide
- Payment completion certificate (off-plan) If applicableYou provide
- Consolidated value certificate (multiple properties) If applicableYou provide
Additional documents may be required depending on your situation. We’ll guide you during your consultation.
Process
Flow
- 1
Eligibility consultation Online
We review your situation (property owned or planned) and check whether you may qualify.
- 2
Document review & submission Online
We review and collect the relevant property documents (title deed, SPA, etc.).
- 3
Application & payment Online
After you approve the quote, we proceed with the golden visa application.
- 4
Entry & UAE SIM On-site
After arriving in Dubai, you get a UAE phone number with a local SIM (needed for the medical check and Emirates ID).
- 5
Medical check & biometrics On-site
Complete a medical fitness test at an authorized center and register your biometrics at a designated office.
- 6
Receiving your Emirates ID On-site
You receive your Emirates ID card locally, completing the residency process.
In practice there are more detailed steps, and the online portal guides you through them one at a time.
Benefits & Notes
Benefits & Notes
Benefits
- It is associated with longer stays than standard residency (the number of years depends on the category and rules).
- It can allow residency that isn’t tied to an employer or company sponsor.
- You can also discuss post-arrival setup and family visas.
Things to note
- Categories, thresholds, and conditions may change and follow the rules in force at the time.
- Final eligibility rests with the reviewing authority; we proceed after upfront checks.
- The investment-based golden visa is currently handled case by case—please consult us first.
Our Support
Support
- Consultation and chat support in Japanese
- Clear on-screen guidance on documents and your next action
- Track your application progress in the online portal
- Post-arrival setup (SIM, bank account, and more) is also available
Online Portal
Online Portal
After you sign up, a dedicated online portal shows your progress, required documents, and next actions—so you always know where things stand.
See your progress
Your current stage and next action at a glance.
Submit documents online
Upload from your phone, following our capture guides.
Stay connected after arrival
Get help with SIM, bank accounts, and settling in.
The portal is available after sign-up. You can see it during a free consultation.
FAQ
FAQ
Q. How much property do I need to qualify?
Q. How is it different from a standard residency visa?
Q. Can I get it without owning property?
This page provides general information. Visa conditions, fees, documents, and timelines vary by category, the rules in force at the time, and your situation. Final eligibility rests with the reviewing authority. Please confirm the details for your specific case.
Start with a free consultation
It’s fine even if you’re unsure which visa fits. We’ll review your situation and suggest the next step—no pushy sales.