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Residency in the UAE — and second passports, when it makes sense

Golden Visa, Green Visa, property, family sponsorship, retirement. And, if it's the right move, a proper matchmaking on citizenship-by-investment programmes we've vetted.

ICP / GDRFAUAE residence context
Eligibility & documentsEvidence supporting the route
Programme selectionRoute fit before any filing

Routes to UAE residence

We start with the route that matches how you actually live, work, invest and support your family — not with the longest visa on the menu.

Golden Visa · 10 years

For investors, specialists and senior talent with qualifying evidence.

Lever Investment / talent
Typical lead time 4–8 weeks

Green Visa · 5 years

For freelancers, self-employed professionals and skilled employees.

Lever Permit / salary
Typical lead time 3–6 weeks

Property-linked · 2–3 years

For owners of qualifying UAE property, generally from AED 750k.

Lever Property value
Typical lead time 3–6 weeks

Family sponsorship

For spouses, children and eligible dependants of a UAE resident sponsor.

Lever Sponsor status
Typical lead time 2–5 weeks

Retirement · 5 years

For people aged 55+ qualifying through savings, property or income.

Lever Age / assets / income
Typical lead time 3–6 weeks

Second passport, honestly

It can be useful. It is not automatically the answer.

  • Tax residency — where you are resident is a separate analysis from nationality.
  • Visa mobility — for travel constraints that materially affect your life or work.
  • Banking — where a second nationality improves access, not just appearance.
  • Succession — for families planning continuity across generations.

What Sonsoto does

We provide initial matchmaking, a due-diligence pre-check, and an introduction to vetted licensed agents for Malta, Antigua, Grenada, St Kitts, Turkey and Vanuatu.

We do NOT issue passports or act as a licensed agent. We refer and orchestrate — you sign with the licensed party, terms are theirs, and we hold no fees on the passport transaction itself.

What a route decision needs from you

Before we can quote, this is the picture we need. It keeps our recommendation grounded and the scope clean.

  1. 01 · FinancialsInvestment capacity, savings, income and the proof that supports each.
  2. 02 · Source of fundsHow the relevant assets were generated, held and can be evidenced.
  3. 03 · Tax residencyYour current tax home, obligations and any relocation plans.
  4. 04 · DependantsA complete list of people to include, with ages, relationships and timing needs.

Check my UAE route + second-passport fit.

Give us the outline. We will identify the UAE path that fits first, then say plainly whether a partner referral is worth exploring.

  • A dedicated specialist reviews your case.
  • Fixed scope in writing before any work begins.
  • Avg reply 3 minutes on WhatsApp, 24 × 7.

Request a route check

No obligation. We tell you if the evidence or route does not stack up.

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What clients say

Frequently asked

Does forming a UAE company give me citizenship?
No. Forming a company does not create a citizenship entitlement. A company may support certain residence routes in appropriate cases, but citizenship and residence are separate matters governed by their own eligibility rules and authority decisions.
Can a UAE company support residence for me and my family?
It can support shareholder, investor, partner, or employee residence routes in some cases, and eligible residents may be able to sponsor family members. Eligibility depends on the company, visa category, supporting documents, insurance, income or other conditions, and current immigration rules.
What is the difference between a residence visa and a Golden Visa?
A standard residence visa is usually linked to employment, business, family, or another recognised sponsorship route. A Golden Visa is a longer-term residence category with its own eligibility criteria. The appropriate route depends on the person’s circumstances and current rules.
Can I live outside the UAE after receiving residence?
The effect of time spent outside the UAE depends on the visa category and current immigration rules. Do not assume every residence route has the same absence allowance. Check the position before making extended travel or relocation plans.
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Refer a client. Get paid.

Send the case. We do the work. You get paid.

Earn up to AED 5,500 per client

More clients onboarded, higher payout.

Paid within 30 days of completion

Straight to the account.

Tiered rewards as you scale

More referrals unlocks higher payouts.

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