New Delhi, July 7 -- By Mr Akash Puri, Director International, India Sotheby's International Realty

The recent overhaul of the UAE's Golden Visa marks a significant shift in the country's residency landscape. The new framework is more inclusive and strategically aligned with the UAE's long-term vision. For Indian real estate investors, this change brings a two-pronged impact:

Historically, property investment was one of the few avenues to secure long-term residency, prompting a surge of interest from Indian investors seeking both capital preservation and immigration benefits. With the visa now accessible through broader channels, the urgency to invest solely for residency purposes is likely to ease-particularly in the mid-market and ent...