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🇦🇪family Visa

Family/Spouse Residence Visa

United Arab Emirates

Last updated: December 19, 2025

Duration

2 years (renewable)

Visa Fee

$675-$945

Time

7-15 days

Complexity

Medium

About this Visa

This visa lets you bring your spouse and children to live with you in Dubai. You need a job or business in the UAE to sponsor them. Once approved, your family gets their own residence visa and can live, work, and study in the UAE independently. Your family members are NOT dependent on your constant presence. They can live, travel, and work independently while keeping their visa status.

Key Benefits

  • Spouse can work without permission
  • Children can attend school and university
  • Family can travel freely in and out of UAE
  • Access to hospitals and doctors
  • Open bank accounts
  • Visa valid even when sponsor travels

Eligibility & Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

  • Valid UAE job or business visa required
  • Monthly salary AED 4,000+ (or AED 3,000 + housing)
  • Suitable housing (apartment or villa, NOT studio)
  • Legally married
  • Sons: up to age 25
  • Daughters (unmarried): any age
  • Disabled children: any age
  • No criminal record
  • No unpaid visa fines
  • No previous visa violations

Financial Requirement

Monthly salary of at least AED 4,000 ($1,089) OR AED 3,000 ($817) plus housing provided. Employer must provide salary certificate.

Documents

  • PassportValid passport with 6+ months validity
  • Salary CertificateFrom employer showing AED 4,000+ monthly income
  • Rental Contract (Ejari)In sponsor's name
  • Utility BillElectricity or water bill for address verification
  • Marriage CertificateAttested by home country embassy AND UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Birth CertificatesFor children, attested by issuing authority
  • Medical Test ResultsRequired for all family members 18 years and older
  • Health Insurance ProofMandatory in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
  • Passport PhotosPassport-sized, white background

Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.