Family Visa - United Arab Emirates (Dubai, Abu Dhabi)
Dependent residency for spouse, children, and sometimes parents, sponsored by a resident in the UAE.
Overview
Allows foreign residents to sponsor immediate family members to live with them in the UAE, supporting family unity.
Eligibility (Sponsor)
- Must hold a valid residence permit.
- Meet minimum salary threshold (varies by emirate and category).
- Provide suitable housing, health insurance, and required documentation.
Applicable Family Members
- Spouse (husband or wife).
- Children (typically up to a defined age limit, e.g., under 18/21 per rules).
- In some cases, parents or parents-in-law (subject to additional requirements).
Application Process
- Sponsorship Approval: Submit application to immigration authority.
- Document Attestation: Marriage/birth certificates attested and translated to Arabic if required.
- Medical Check-ups: Mandatory medicals after arrival.
- Residency Stamping: Dependent receives residence permit linked to sponsor’s visa validity.
Country Highlights
- UAE: Minimum income requirements vary by emirate (commonly AED 4,000–10,000).
- Qatar: Sponsor profession and salary thresholds apply (e.g., QAR 10,000+).
- Saudi Arabia: Eligibility depends on job category and contract type.