Through its Golden Visa system the UAE now offers foreign yacht oweners a 10-year residence permit program that targets high net worth investors to establish their presence in Abu Dhabi. Through the Golden Quay to Abu Dhabi program established by DCT Abu Dhabi the Abu Dhabi Investment Office and Yas Marina provide long-term residency benefits to suitable yacht owners since December 2024.
Abu Dhabi’s Golden Quay: A Gateway for Luxury Investors
This priority visa plan allows superyacht vessel owners together with executive leadership staff and yachting sector investors to connect with business activities at Abu Dhabi marinas and investment avenues. This program works in harmony with Abu Dhabi’s Tourism Strategy 2030 to establish the city as an international yachting destination.
Potential applicants for this program include owners of private vessels longer than 40 meters and CEO executives together with both key administrators and shareholders of yacht companies as well as those affiliated with yacht service providers and insurance providers. Family members who live immediately with the applicant can also benefit from this program.
Official selection of qualified Golden Visa applicants will occur through Yas Marina and ADIO as the authorized nomination entities.
The first step for application begins with Yas Marina where nominees can submit their applications. The approved candidates can start their visa process through the smart services of the Federal Authority For Identity Citizenship Customs and Ports Security-ICP.
These new measures will help Abu Dhabi draw high-end investors together with luxurious vacationers while making the city a top destination in Middle Eastern yachting and tourism.
