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The UAE Family Visa allows residents and expats working in the UAE to legally bring and sponsor their immediate family members including spouses, children, and in some cases, parents.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, salaried employee, or investor, having your family with you in the UAE enhances your lifestyle and stability.
✅ Legal residence in the UAE
✅ Access to schooling, healthcare, and banking
✅ Permission to live long-term with a sponsoring relative
Visa Type | Validity | Eligible Relations | Key Requirements |
1-Year Family Visa | 1 year | Spouse, children, parents | Typically for lower-income or temporary cases |
2-Year Family Visa | 2 years | Spouse, children | Most commonly issued; renewable |
10-Year Golden Visa | 10 years | Includes dependents | Requires sponsor to hold a Golden Visa |
You must meet these requirements to sponsor your family:
Document | Purpose |
Sponsor’s Valid Passport & Visa Copy | Proof of UAE residency |
Sponsored Person’s Passport & Photos | For visa issuance and ID application |
Attested Marriage Certificate | Legal proof of spouse relationship |
Attested Birth Certificates (children) | Proof of parent-child relationship |
Tenancy Contract (Ejari) | Proof of housing accommodation |
Salary Certificate / Labor Contract | Proof of sponsor’s income |
Emirates ID of Sponsor | Required for GDRFA application |
Health Insurance Policies (All Members) | Mandatory for visa approval |
Medical Fitness Report (Adults) | For sponsored adults above 18 years |
Prepare all the necessary personal and legal documents, including passport copies, photos, marriage/birth certificates, and tenancy contracts. Ensure documents from abroad are attested and translated into Arabic.
If your family members are outside the UAE, apply for an Entry Permit through:
The permit allows legal entry into the UAE for visa stamping.
Upon arrival (or if already in UAE):
Submit the visa application online or through an authorized typing center with these attached documents:
Once approved, residency visa is stamped (or issued digitally).
When the visa is active, Emirates ID is issued within 5–10 working days. This ID enables:
Service | Estimated Cost (AED) | Notes |
Entry Permit | 500 – 1,100 | Required for new arrivals |
Medical Test (Adults) | 300 – 600 | Required for 18+ |
Emirates ID (1–2 years) | 370 – 1,000 | Depends on duration |
Residency Visa Stamping | 500 – 1,200 | Issued by GDRFA |
Typing & Admin Charges | 250 – 500 | Varies by typing center |
Health Insurance (annual) | 600 – 1,500 | Per person, depending on plan |
Total (Per Person) | 2,500 – 5,000 | Multiply by number of family members |
A Family Visa in the UAE allows expats to live together with their loved ones under full legal residency. From comfort and emotional support to better education and healthcare access, the benefits of sponsoring your family are life-changing.
Whether you’re new to the UAE or renewing an existing dependent visa, Menaherald handles everything from A to Z, documents, attestations, permits, and more.
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✔️ Government liaison and documentation support
✔️ Transparent cost breakdowns
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✔️Family sponsorship assistance
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