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Starting a life in the UAE brings immense prosperity and endless possibilities. Whether it is starting a business here or finding employment, opportunities truly know no bounds. In fact, with expatriates making up nearly 88% of the UAE’s population, countless individuals are building a life here. But somehow, this achievement feels incomplete without the most important part of one’s life—family. Imagine the joy of having your loved ones close while enjoying the life you have always dreamed of. The UAE government understands this, which is why it has made reuniting with family much easier. Family visa UAE is your ticket to bringing your dependents closer, so you can share this incredible journey and call the UAE home, together.
If you are a foreign national currently residing in the UAE and longing to reunite with your family, this blog is for you. Together, we will explore the eligibility conditions and step-by-step process to obtain a family visa. Let us get started!
A family visa UAE, also known as dependent visa, is a residence visa which allows family members of a UAE resident to stay, work and live in the UAE. Now the question arises who can sponsor family in UAE. Well, if you are a foreign national, who holds a valid UAE residence visa, then you can bring your dependents like your spouse, parents, and children to the nation by sponsoring their residency by getting them a family visa.
Like any visa, family visa also needs to be renewed on time for continuing legal stay in the Emirates. The sponsor of such visa, however, must fulfil certain conditions to be able to get one which we will understand following in this blog.
Let us take a look at who qualifies as ‘dependents’ that you can bring to the UAE through a family visa. Sponsoring family members is generally more straightforward and easier for males than for females as females may have additional requirements. Here is who you can sponsor for a UAE family visa as a UAE resident:
To sponsor a wife, an expatriate resident must submit an attested marriage certificate in Arabic or translated into Arabic by a certified translator. Muslim residents can also sponsor two wives upon meeting certain conditions set by the ICP.
Sons can be sponsored only if they are 25 or below. For sons with special needs, there are no age restrictions.
An expatriate resident can sponsor his daughter(s) only if she is unmarried. There is no restriction on age.
Babies born in the UAE can also be sponsored, and the residence visa must be applied for within 120 days of their birth to avoid fines.
Stepchildren can be sponsored, but certain conditions set by the GDRFA must be met, such as a deposit for each child and a written NOC from the biological parent. Their visas are valid for one year and renewable yearly.
Sponsoring parents can be complex. An expatriate resident cannot sponsor only one parent; both must be sponsored together. In cases where one parent is deceased or the parents are separated, certain supporting documents may be required to sponsor one parent. Salary requirement for sponsor may be up to AED 20,000*. You also need to pay a deposit for each parent and provide medical insurance for them renewable each year.
Here is the general list of paperwork that would be needed to obtain a family visa UAE:
For more personalized details on documentation of your family visa Dubai, you can consult our experts at Dubiz Business Setup.
Before proceeding with the process, you must have a look at these latest requirements for family visa UAE that we have compiled for you. Here are important UAE family visa requirements that you must know in 2024:
Please note that the government of UAE keeps on updating the visa requirements from time to time which is why we recommend checking their official websites for any such updates.
The process can be carried out by the expatriate himself/herself or by his/her employer/sponsor. This procedure is very simple. Here is the step-by-step guide to getting a family visa UAE:
You must keep all the essential documents ready for both the sponsor and the family member. Having the documents prepared beforehand ensures that the process runs smoothly.
Before the family member can travel to the UAE, you will need to obtain an entry visa that allows them to legally enter the nation’s boundaries. To apply for one, you can use:
Once your family member enters the UAE, you must start the application for the residence visa within 60 days of their entry. To do this, you will need to:
As part of the residence visa process, family members also need to undergo:
Once all the above steps are completed, application will be reviewed by the government and when approved, the family visa will be granted successfully.
The family visa UAE can be valid for one, two, or three years. The visa must be renewed on time to avoid penalties. Also, remember that with the renewal of the family visa, the Emirates ID also needs to be renewed. Here are the steps to be followed:
The ICP has standardized the overstaying fees, and now if the family visa is not renewed on time, the sponsor will have to pay a fine of AED 50 for each day of overstay. Here are some tips for navigating the visa renewal process smoothly curated by our experts.
In case the sponsor’s residence visa gets cancelled, the family’s visa will also be cancelled, as it is linked. However, they will receive a grace period of 6 months to apply for a new residence permit. In case they fail to leave the country or renew the visa during this period, they may face fines.
The cost a family visa in UAE typically ranges between AED 3,000* to AED 7,000*. The family visa cost in Dubai and UAE can vary based on the member you are applying for and other conditions. Here is a general breakdown:
To get more details on costing, we advise you to contact our experts at Dubiz Business Setup.
Visa processing in UAE is easier when you have the right guidance and assistance. Dubiz Business Setup is your reliable and trusted partner for all PRO related services. From obtaining the entry permit to residence visa sampling, our experts can handle every detail and approvals on your behalf. After all family visa Dubai is not merely a legal procedure but a very important part of an expat’s journey in this beautiful nation and we ensure that it is done promptly and correctly.
Moreover, we can assist you with your profession or business setup in Dubai. Be it trade licensing, company registration, tax and auditing, non-resident bank account opening, we can be your one stop service provider.
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The family visa UAE can be valid for 1, 2 or 3 years depending on the category being applied for, sponsor’s labour contact duration, etc.
Yes, a woman can sponsor her family to the UAE must there are special conditions that she must meet. She must be earning at least AED 4,000. In specific cases this minimum salary requirement may vary. We recommend checking the official government site for latest updates.
The family visa Dubai takes around 1 to 4 weeks for processing. However, the time can vary based on the the category you are applying for and other specific situations.
A salary of minimum AED 4,000 or AED 3,000 plus accommodation is needed to sponsor family visa according to the UAE government.
