On July 8, 2025, the UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) dismissed rumours spread by local and foreign media and websites, clarifying that the UAE has not granted lifetime Golden Visas to specific nationalities.
On July 8, 2025, the UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) dismissed rumours spread by local and foreign media and websites, clarifying that the UAE has not granted lifetime Golden Visas to specific nationalities.
The categories of golden residence, their conditions and controls are determined in accordance with the UAE laws, legislation and official ministerial decisions,” ICP added,
noting: “Those wishing to know the (requirements for UAE Golden Visa) can obtain them through the ICP website or smart application.”
Several Indian media organisations and a few UAE-based entities carried the press release, which the ICP said was published on Monday, July 7, “without the support of the law or referring to the competent authorities in the UAE”.
ICP To Take Legal Action
The UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) announced on July 8, that it will pursue legal action against entities spreading false rumors about a lifetime Golden Visa for select nationalities. The ICP condemned these unverified claims, circulated by some media and websites, as attempts to exploit individuals seeking residency in the UAE for financial gain.
The ICP urged the public to ignore misleading rumours aimed at quick profits and to verify information through official channels, such as its website or call centre (600522222), to ensure accurate procedures for visiting, residing, or investing in the UAE.
