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Bahrain vs UAE: residency by property.
| Bahrain | UAE | |
|---|---|---|
| Property needed | BHD 130,000 (~USD 345,000) | AED 2,000,000 (~USD 545,000), one or more properties |
| Duration | 10 years, renewable | ICP says 10 years; u.ae lists 5 years for real estate (official sources differ) |
| Off-plan | Yes, once BHD 130,000 has been paid | Allowed if bought from an approved developer (ICP) |
| Mortgage | Not set out in official rules. Ask us. | Allowed if financed by an approved local bank (ICP); DLD FAQ says fully paid, not mortgaged (official sources differ) |
| Family | Spouse, children, parents, no age limit | Spouse, children regardless of age, parents |
| Minimum stay | None | Can stay outside UAE beyond 6 months |
Why buyers choose Bahrain
- The lowest property threshold of the main Gulf schemes: BHD 130,000.
- No minimum stay, no income tax, and parents can be included.
- Three ways to qualify, including combining smaller homes.
Sources: icp.gov.ae · goldenresidency.gov.bh