Indians now also have an easier route to the UAE’s highly sought-after Golden Visa without having to invest crores in real estate or business. Indians can now gain permanent residency under the nomination-based model by paying AED 1,00,000 (roughly Rs. 23.30 lakh), a huge change from the previous requirement of a minimum AED 2 million (or rs. 4.66 crore) real estate investment or share in businesses.
This new, cheaper pathway has generated excitement among Indians looking to build a life in the UAE. On Twitter, a user smartly pointed out that an Indian could either buy a high-end car costing Rs. 1 crore in India or spend the same amount to obtain a Golden Visa for Dubai and purchase the same car there.
Mercedes E-Class: India vs Dubai Prices
X user Abhinav Kukreja juxtaposed the cost of owning a Mercedes E-Class in the two nations. In India, the cheapest model begins at Rs. 81.50 lakh (ex-showroom), while on-road prices in Delhi are around Rs. 95 lakh, according to Carwale.
Meanwhile, in Dubai, the identical Mercedes E-Class comes with a price tag of AED 321,900, which is roughly Rs. 75 lakh. Kukreja pointed out that with Rs. 1 crore, one could either drive away in an E-Class here, or alternatively, spend Rs. 23 lakh on a Golden Visa, then buy the same car in Dubai for Rs. 75 lakh essentially getting both the car and residency within the same budget.
If you have 1Cr, now you can either:
1. Buy Mercedes E Class in India
Or2. Get Dubai Golden Visa for Life + Buy Mercedes E Class in Dubai pic.twitter.com/xJ79S6s7Qk
— Abhinav Kukreja (@kukreja_abhinav) July 6, 2025
Social Media Responds
Kukreja’s comment soon went viral on X, generating debate on taxes, lifestyle, and wise spending.
“Dubai government understands middle class Indians problems more than the Indian government… anticipate some businessmen and remote working professionals to migrate there to avoid taxes and enjoy improved quality of life,” said X user Hrishikesh Shinde.
Another commenter praised the math, stating, “I like this maths and comparison – well done! Drives the point home beautifully.”
Some were even stunned by the news of the cheaper visa. “Wow. For real ? Dubai golden visa is now less than 25 lac ? There will be a stampede to get it,” one commenter wrote.
