Although not specifically a Golden Visa the US EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, is a U.S. immigration program that allows foreign nationals to obtain a green card (permanent residency) by investing in a U.S. business that creates or preserves 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers. The required investment amount is typically $1 million, or $500,000 if the investment is made in a high-unemployment or rural area.

The cost of a US Investor Visa, also known as the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is now $800,000. This is the minimum investment required by law. Additionally, there may be administrative and legal fees associated with the application process. These costs can vary and depend on a number of factors, including the type of business you invest in. See a list of EB5 investments here.

Yes, you can get U.S. citizenship through investment, but it is not a direct or immediate process. Obtaining U.S. citizenship by investment typically involves obtaining a green card (permanent residency) through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, and then meeting the eligibility requirements to apply for naturalization after a certain period of time.

To obtain a green card through the EB-5 program, foreign investors must make a substantial investment in a U.S. business that creates or preserves jobs for U.S. workers. After holding a green card for at least five years (or three years if you are married to a U.S. citizen), you may be eligible to apply for naturalization, which is the process of becoming a U.S. citizen.

Naturalization requires passing a U.S. civics and English language test, demonstrating good moral character, and meeting other eligibility requirements. The process of obtaining U.S. citizenship through investment can take several years and requires careful planning and compliance with U.S. immigration laws.

The requirements for the U.S. EB-5 Investor Visa Program, are as follows:

1. Investment: The foreign national must make a minimum investment of $1.05 million (or $800,000 in a Targeted Employment Area), in a new commercial enterprise in the United States.
2. Job Creation: The investment must result in the creation of at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers, excluding the investor and their immediate family members.
3. Business Plan: The investor must have a credible business plan and demonstrate that the investment will benefit the U.S. economy.
4. Source of Funds: The investor must prove that the funds used for the investment were legally obtained.
5. Criminal Background Check: The investor must undergo a background check and must not have a criminal record or pose a security threat.
6. Adjudication Process: The investor’s application will be reviewed by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the investor may be required to attend an interview.
7. Maintenance of Status: The investor must maintain their immigration status and comply with all U.S. immigration laws.

The programme is officially called the UAE Golden Visa programme, but some may refer to it as a Dubai Golden Visa, as Dubai is typically the most popular city for investors to live.  Dubai is one of the seven United Arab Emirates, so the UAE Golden Visa programme allows the investor to hold Dubai Residency as it is part of the UAE. It is the same for Abu Dhabi, which is also a member of the UAE.