Dubai has removed minimum property value requirement for sole owners
If you’re thinking about buying property in Dubai, getting a residency visa through real estate has just become a bit more flexible.
The Dubai authorities have updated the rules for the two-year property investor residency visa, making it easier for more buyers to qualify.
So, what’s changed? The biggest update is simple: the old minimum property value of AED750,000 for individual owners has been removed.
That means if you buy a property in Dubai and you are the sole owner, you no longer need to meet a fixed price threshold to apply for the visa.
However, there’s a new condition for shared ownership, namely if a property is jointly owned, each investor must hold at least AED400,000 worth of share to qualify.
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This applies even if ownership is split equally between two or more people.
What stays the same? Even with the changes, the visa still requires a valid title deed for a Dubai property, standard documentation like passport, Emirates ID, and health insurance and approval from relevant authorities such as the Dubai Land Department.
Mortgaged properties are still allowed, but you’ll need bank or developer confirmation of payments and outstanding amounts.
In practical terms, this update opens the door wider for mid-range property investors, first-time buyers looking to live in Dubai and buyers pooling together for joint investments.
It also reflects a broader shift in Dubai’s real estate approach, making investment routes more accessible while still keeping clear financial safeguards in place.
Dubai continues to attract strong demand from global buyers, and this change is designed to keep that momentum going by reducing entry barriers, encouraging more long-term residency through property and supporting a more active and diverse investor base.
If you were previously just under the AED750,000 threshold, this change could now make you eligible, especially if you’re buying in your own name.
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