Apartments in Ras Al Khaimah eligible for the Golden Visa
Two BNW Developments projects on Al Marjan Island start from AED 2.3 million, above the UAE's Golden Visa threshold: Aqua Arc and Pelagia. Here is what each offers and what the federal rule actually requires.
Two apartment projects in our Ras Al Khaimah collection start above the AED 2 million mark that opens the door to a Golden Visa application: Aqua Arc and Pelagia, both by BNW Developments on Al Marjan Island, both from AED 2.3 million.
The federal rule, not a Ras Al Khaimah one
The Golden Visa threshold, a property investment of at least AED 2 million, is set at federal level by the UAE government, not by Ras Al Khaimah specifically. It applies the same way whether the property sits in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or RAK, always subject to conditions confirmed by the authorities. No fixed visa duration is attached to this threshold here; that detail is confirmed directly with the relevant authority.
Aqua Arc: private pools on many balconies
Aqua Arc comprises 226 homes across two towers of ground plus 12 floors on Al Marjan Island: one to three bedroom apartments (1,030.97 to 4,589.62 square feet), townhouses (2,466.66 to 2,510.79 square feet) and penthouses (8,659.14 to 8,660.97 square feet), with private pools built into many of the balconies. Entry price starts from AED 2.3 million. The published payment plan is 10% at reservation, 40% during construction and 50% at completion, with handover set for Q3 2027.
Pelagia: four apartment sizes, same payment plan
Pelagia, also on Al Marjan Island, offers 158 homes plus two retail units: 112 one-bedroom apartments (854 to 1,405 square feet), 32 two-bedroom units (1,211 to 3,602 square feet), 12 three-bedroom units (2,381 to 4,014 square feet) and 4 four-bedroom units (5,132 to 5,747 square feet). Entry price also starts from AED 2.3 million, with the identical 10/40/50 payment plan. Handover is set for Q4 2027, one quarter later than Aqua Arc.
Side by side
| Aqua Arc | Pelagia | |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | BNW Developments | BNW Developments |
| Zone | Al Marjan Island | Al Marjan Island |
| Entry price | AED 2.3 million | AED 2.3 million |
| Smallest unit | 1 bed, 1,030.97 sq ft | 1 bed, 854 sq ft |
| Payment plan | 10% / 40% / 50% | 10% / 40% / 50% |
| Handover | Q3 2027 | Q4 2027 |
The amenities inside each tower
At Aqua Arc, the private pools built into many of the balconies sit within two towers of ground plus 12 floors, a layout that puts the pool directly on the unit rather than in a shared podium area. Pelagia does not publish the same balcony-pool feature; its distinguishing point is the spread of four distinct sizes, from 112 one-bedroom units up to 4 four-bedroom units, within a single 158-home release plus two retail units. Both projects sit on Al Marjan Island, the same freehold island that also hosts the Wynn Al Marjan Island resort, whose operator has announced an opening in 2027 with no confirmed effect on nearby property prices.
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What the threshold does and does not guarantee
Clearing AED 2 million at the entry price is what opens the door to applying, not an automatic grant. The sub-category of eligibility, whether the unit is bought outright, financed, or held in joint ownership, is confirmed with the authorities case by case. Neither project's entry price leaves much margin below the threshold, so your adviser should confirm the exact unit price before you treat eligibility as settled.
A note on ownership in freehold Ras Al Khaimah
RAK's land registration service confirms that non-Emirati customers are entitled to own property in freehold areas, and Marjan, master developer of Al Marjan Island, separately states 100% foreign ownership there. A full official list of freehold zones was not published on the sources we reviewed, so eligibility for a specific project is confirmed on a project-by-project basis with your adviser.
FAQ
Do both projects qualify for the Golden Visa? Both start from AED 2.3 million, above the AED 2 million federal threshold, which opens the door to an application, subject to conditions confirmed by the authorities.
What is the difference between Aqua Arc and Pelagia? Mainly handover timing, Q3 2027 against Q4 2027, and unit size ranges; both share the same entry price and the same 10/40/50 payment plan.
Is a specific visa duration confirmed for either project? No duration is confirmed here; that detail is set by the relevant federal authority, not by either project.
Can financing still apply if I want Golden Visa eligibility? A bank loan remains possible for certain non-residents, subject to the lender's approval, but the exact effect on visa eligibility is confirmed with the authorities, not assumed.
Is foreign ownership confirmed on Al Marjan Island? Yes, RAK's land registration service and Marjan, the island's master developer, both confirm freehold ownership is open to non-Emirati buyers there.
Next step
Send your adviser your target unit size and your Golden Visa question together on WhatsApp at +971 52 776 1939 or at sales@orvenproperties.com, and we confirm current availability with BNW Developments and the eligibility detail with the authorities. Our guides on BNW Developments in Ras Al Khaimah and on whether a RAK property qualifies for the Golden Visa go further. You can also start at /find-your-home/.
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Frequently asked questions
Do both projects qualify for the Golden Visa?
Both start from AED 2.3 million, above the AED 2 million federal threshold, which opens the door to an application, subject to conditions confirmed by the authorities.
What is the difference between Aqua Arc and Pelagia?
Mainly handover timing, Q3 2027 against Q4 2027, and unit size ranges; both share the same entry price and the same 10/40/50 payment plan.
Is a specific visa duration confirmed for either project?
No duration is confirmed here; that detail is set by the relevant federal authority, not by either project.
Can financing still apply if I want Golden Visa eligibility?
A bank loan remains possible for certain non-residents, subject to the lender's approval, but the exact effect on visa eligibility is confirmed with the authorities, not assumed.
Is foreign ownership confirmed on Al Marjan Island?
Yes, RAK's land registration service and Marjan, the island's master developer, both confirm freehold ownership is open to non-Emirati buyers there.
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