BEST AREAS TO BUY PROPERTY FOR GOLDEN VISA

From Business Bay to Dubai South, see where Dh2 million can secure both a home and long-term residency in the emirate

- BY JUSTIN VARGHESE Your Money Editor

In the UAE, buying property worth Dh2 million or more unlocks eligibility to apply for the 10-year Golden Visa under the investor route.

That makes it not just a matter of paying the threshold, but choosing a location that offers the best balance of capital growth, rental yield, and future demand. According to Bayut, here's a snapshot of where Dh2 million buys you meaningful value across Dubai's major communities.

1. Dubai Marina

✔Prices: 1-bed in Marina Gate at Dh2.01 million, ROI -5.91 per cent; 2-bed units in Marina Diamonds & Sulafa Tower at ~Dh2.5 million, ROI up to 6.72 per cent.

✔ Why invest: Waterfront living, strong tenant demand, established infrastructure.

✔ Caveats: High competition, premium pricing. Price growth may plateau compared to emerging areas.

2. Business Bay

✔Prices: Executive Towers 2-bed at Dh2.59 million (ROI ~5.43 per cent), Damac Towers by Paramount at Dh2.58 million (ROI ~5.45 per cent).

✔ Why invest: Very central location, good connectivity to Dubai's business core, high tenant demand.

✔ Trade-off: Slightly lower yields than suburban areas, more expensive.

3. Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)

✔ Price: 3-bed units in range Dh2.0-2.3 million, ROIs between 6.29 per cent and 7.56 per cent.

✔ Why invest: Larger units for same capital, better yield, strong demand from families.