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🇦🇪 Dubai (UAE)

Family Visa

Residence visa for family members sponsored by UAE residents. Sponsor must earn minimum AED 4,000/month (or AED 3,000 + accommodation). Can sponsor spouse, children (sons until 25, unmarried daughters any age), and parents. Female sponsors need higher income threshold (AED 10,000 or AED 8,000 + accommodation). Family visas tied to sponsor's visa—cancelled if sponsor's visa cancelled. 6-month grace period after cancellation to obtain new visa. Health insurance required for all dependents.

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Processing Time

2-4 weeks

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Cost

AED 4,500-6,000 (~$1,225-1,635) per person

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Duration

Linked to sponsor's visa duration

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Work Rights

Dependents need separate work permit for employment

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Renewability

Renewable with sponsor's visa

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Path to Permanent Residence

No

Requirements

  • 1Sponsor with valid UAE residence visa
  • 2Sponsor income minimum AED 4,000/month (AED 10,000 for female sponsors)
  • 3Accommodation proof (Ejari-registered tenancy contract)
  • 4Attested marriage certificate (for spouse)
  • 5Attested birth certificates (for children)
  • 6Valid passports for all family members
  • 7Health insurance for dependents
  • 8Medical fitness test for dependents 18+

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