How to cancel my 10-Year Dubai Golden Visa?

1. Access the Unified Platform: Log in to the DLD Cube website or the Dubai REST App using your UAE Pass. (The 2026 system requires UAE Pass for all identity verification).
2. Select the Service: Navigate to the "Residency Services" section and select ‘Cancellation of Residency Permit’.
3. Automatic Data Retrieval: Due to the unified system, the portal will automatically pull your property details and visa status. You should no longer need to manually type in all your passport and residential details if your UAE Pass is active.
4. Family & Dependents: You will be prompted to choose whether to cancel or "hold" the visas of family members or domestic staff currently under your sponsorship.

Note: In 2026, you can now place family visas "on hold" for a small fee (approx. AED 5,000 guarantee) if you are transitioning to a new property or visa type, so you don't have to cancel them entirely.

Required Documents (Digital Scans):

• Passport Bio Page: High-resolution color scan (valid for at least 6 months).
• Electronic Title Deed / Oqood: To verify the asset being unlinked.
• Police Clearance Certificate: Often required in 2026 to ensure no pending financial liabilities related to the property.
• Select Location: Indicate if you are applying from Inside or Outside the UAE.

Payment: The 2026 cancellation fee is approximately AED 190.75, payable via local or international credit cards or Apple/Google Pay through the portal.

Grace Period: Once cancelled, Golden Visa holders now enjoy a 180-day grace period (as of the 2026 federal update) to either exit the country or amend their status (e.g., link to a new property).