Philippines-based residency-by-investment consultancy Golden Visa Centrale (GVC) has started offering Filipinos access to Dubai’s Golden Visa through a partnership with international real estate company Arish Capital Partners. The program gives qualified applicants a 10-year residency in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) without requiring them to live there full-time.
The Dubai Golden Visa is often used by investors, business owners, and families who want a legal way to stay in the UAE long-term while keeping their main home in another country. There is no minimum stay requirement, which means visa holders can travel in and out of Dubai as needed.
“The Dubai Golden Visa offers a high degree of flexibility, allowing investors to structure their residency around specific objectives, whether that’s asset diversification, supporting cross-border businesses, long-term wealth planning, or family relocation,” said Vicky Luis, founder and president of Golden Visa Centrale.
Dubai is known as a business and investment hub. It does not charge personal income tax and applies a 9% corporate tax only to companies earning more than $800,000 in profits. These conditions have attracted foreign investors looking to grow their assets or run businesses across different countries.
“For Filipinos, having a trusted local partner is important in going through this process,” Luis said. “We provide end-to-end guidance, helping clients align the program with their broader investment strategies and navigate the process seamlessly.”
One way to qualify for the Golden Visa is through real estate investment. Applicants need to invest at least AED 2 million in eligible Dubai property. This can be done through one or more completed properties. GVC and Arish Capital Partners are offering access to residential properties in Palm Jumeirah, a well-known area in Dubai with limited land and steady demand. Processing of the visa can take as little as two weeks.
While moving to Dubai is not required, the city is often chosen by families because of its international schools, healthcare services, and overall safety. The United Arab Emirates was ranked the safest country in the 2025 Numbeo Safety Index.
According to Luis, interest in the Golden Visa has grown in recent years. By mid-2025, more than 309,000 Golden Visas had been issued, nearly double the number recorded in 2023. Dubai’s real estate market also saw strong activity, with AED 51.1 billion in transactions in 2025. The market does not impose rental income tax or capital gains tax on property sales.
“As Dubai’s economy continues on a strong growth trajectory, Filipinos now have a chance to combine financial growth with lifestyle advantages,” said Luis. “The program allows global investors to contribute to Dubai’s development while enjoying residency benefits and enhanced travel access.”
This trend matches the growing overseas investments of Filipinos. By mid-2025, Filipinos had invested about $2.88 billion abroad, showing increasing interest in opportunities outside the Philippines.
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