Dubai has introduced a new Golden Visa for superyacht owners, offering them long-term residency and exclusive benefits. Announced by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) on February 17, 2025, this initiative aligns with the city’s ongoing efforts to attract high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and bolster its status as a global leader in luxury and maritime industries.
This move follows a similar announcement made in Abu Dhabi in December 2024, which also extended Golden Visa benefits to superyacht owners. With this new program, Dubai aims to offer exclusive advantages such as long-term residency for families, a 10-year visa renewal period, and the flexibility of being out of the country for extended periods without losing residency.
Dubai International Boat Show to Provide Further Details
The launch of the Golden Visa for yacht owners comes just in time for the 31st Dubai International Boat Show, which kicks off on February 19, 2025, and runs until February 23. The prestigious event is set to showcase an array of luxurious superyachts, exclusive product launches, and provide networking opportunities with experts shaping the future of maritime innovation.
Attendees of the boat show will have the chance to learn more about the Golden Visa program for yacht owners and how it can enhance their residency options in the UAE. As the event gains international recognition, it is expected to draw influential figures from the global maritime industry.
The Golden Visa offers a unique set of advantages not typically found in other residency programs. In addition to long-term residency for yacht owners and their families, the visa allows holders to be outside the country for more than six months at a time, making it an attractive option for those with international lifestyles.
For further information about the Golden Visa, yacht owners are encouraged to attend the Dubai International Boat Show or visit the official website of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs.
This initiative continues Dubai’s strategy to draw affluent investors and promote the city as a key destination for high-end maritime and luxury business ventures.
