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Family Sponsorship Visa

Eligibility

Determine eligible family members to sponsor.

Gather required documents for sponsor and dependents.

Submit the sponsorship application to the relevant UAE authority.

Complete medical tests for sponsored family members.

Complete biometric registration (Emirates ID).

Receive Family Sponsorship Visa approval.

Documents Required

Passport copies of sponsor and dependents

Passport-sized photographs

UAE residency visa copy of sponsor

Salary certificate or proof of financial eligibility

Proof of accommodation (tenancy contract or property ownership)

Birth certificates for children, marriage certificate for spouse

Medical fitness certificates for dependents

Health insurance for sponsored family members

Process

Determine the appropriate visa type (short-term or long-term)

Choose a UAE sponsor (hotel, company, or family)

Submit the application with required documents

Pay applicable visa fees and wait for processing

Receive visa approval and enter the UAE

Extend visa if needed and comply with all visa conditions

a family of four on a beach
a family of four on a beach
a family of four on a beach

Benefits

Legal Residency for Dependents

Legal Residency for Dependents

Access to Education for Children

Access to Education for Children

Access to Education for Children

Smooth Travel and Re-entry

Smooth Travel and Re-entry

Smooth Travel and Re-entry

Peace of Mind for Families Living Together

Peace of Mind for Families Living Together

Peace of Mind for Families Living Together

Answering your questions

Answering your questions

Answering your questions

Got more questions? Send us your enquiry below

Got more questions? Send us your enquiry below

Got more questions? Send us your enquiry below

Who can be sponsored under the Family Sponsorship Visa?

Spouses, children, and in some cases, parents can be sponsored, subject to UAE regulations and eligibility criteria.

Who can be sponsored under the Family Sponsorship Visa?

Spouses, children, and in some cases, parents can be sponsored, subject to UAE regulations and eligibility criteria.

Who can be sponsored under the Family Sponsorship Visa?

Spouses, children, and in some cases, parents can be sponsored, subject to UAE regulations and eligibility criteria.

Are there salary requirements for sponsoring family members?

Yes, sponsors must meet the minimum income threshold, which varies depending on the visa type and number of dependents.

Are there salary requirements for sponsoring family members?

Yes, sponsors must meet the minimum income threshold, which varies depending on the visa type and number of dependents.

Are there salary requirements for sponsoring family members?

Yes, sponsors must meet the minimum income threshold, which varies depending on the visa type and number of dependents.

How long is the Family Sponsorship Visa valid?

Typically issued for 1 to 3 years, depending on the sponsor’s visa type, and is renewable as long as eligibility criteria are maintained.

How long is the Family Sponsorship Visa valid?

Typically issued for 1 to 3 years, depending on the sponsor’s visa type, and is renewable as long as eligibility criteria are maintained.

How long is the Family Sponsorship Visa valid?

Typically issued for 1 to 3 years, depending on the sponsor’s visa type, and is renewable as long as eligibility criteria are maintained.