Family and Dependent Visa Services in Dubai & UAE

Apply for the UAE Dependent Visa through Brightlink, a professional consultancy licensed by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DED Dubai), offering VIP support, priority processing assistance, transparent pricing, and a smooth end-to-end application experience.

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Example · Spouse (new visa)

Entry Permit

340

Emirates ID

355

Medical Fitness Test

270

Visa Stamping

410
Government Fees

AED 1,375

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Who can you sponsor?

A UAE Family Visa allows eligible residents to sponsor their spouse, children, or parents to live in the UAE. Eligibility and minimum salary requirements vary depending on the family member being sponsored.

Spouse

AED 4,000/mo +

Salary AED 4,000/month (or AED 3,000 + employer accommodation). Needs an attested marriage certificate.

Children

AED 4,000/mo +

Sons up to 25, unmarried daughters (no age limit). Same salary threshold. Attested birth certificate required.

Parents

AED 10,000/mo +

Both sponsored together. Salary AED 10,000/month, 2-bedroom tenancy minimum, plus proof of dependency.

Maid

AED 25,000/mo household

Household income AED 25,000/month. Separate visa type. 
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Which Visa Do You Need?

Select an option below to see the complete process, required documents, fees, and timelines.

New Family Visa

8 steps · 5-10 Days

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Renew Family Visa

5 steps · 3-5 Days

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The full process, step by step.

Everything you need to complete your UAE family visa application yourself—from the required documents to every stage of the process. The guide for new applications comes first, followed by the renewal process below.

New Family Visa

8 steps 5–10 days
Documents you need
Sponsor — you
1
Passport copy
2
Emirates ID copy

Front and back, clear digital scan

3
Labour contract

Confirms your salary meets the threshold

Dependent — family member
4
Passport copy

Minimum 6 months validity

5
Recent photo

Passport-size digital photo, white background

6
Attested marriage certificate

For a spouse — attested by issuing country & UAE MOFA.

7
Attested birth certificate

For each child — attested & translated if needed

Start attestation early. Foreign marriage and birth certificates must be attested by your home country and UAE MOFA. This usually takes longer than the visa itself. See attestation →

1
Documentation

Gather the sponsor and dependent documents above. Foreign certificates must be attested before anything else can start.

2
Family file opening

A one-time family file is opened in the immigration system under your sponsorship. Required before any dependent can be added.

3
Entry permit

Application filed with GDRFA Dubai or ICP. Once approved, immigration issues an e-visa (electronic entry permit).

60-day deadline: the dependent must enter the UAE within 60 days of e-visa issuance, or the permit expires.

4
Arrival or change of status

Two paths, depending on where the dependent is when the e-visa is issued:

Outside the UAE

Dependent enters the UAE using the new e-visa.

Already inside

Exit and re-enter, or apply for a change of status to switch without leaving.

60 days to finish stamping from this point — steps 5, 6 and 7 must complete inside this window.

5
Medical – 18+ only

Fitness test at an approved medical centre. Children under 18 are exempt.

5.1

Medical application

5.2

Screening at an approved centre

5.3

Medical Fitness Certificate issued

6
Emirates ID

Emirates ID application plus biometrics where required.

6.1

Emirates ID application

6.2

Biometrics — one-time per person, skipped if given before 15+ only

7
Visa stamping

Final immigration step — the residence visa is stamped electronically & E-visa is received by email.

7
Emirates ID delivery

The card is printed and delivered to your home by Emirates Post, usually within a few working days. Once you have it, the process is complete.

 Estimated time: roughly 5–10 working days once documents (including attestation) are ready. Attestation itself can take much longer — start it as early as possible.

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Dependent Visa Application Services in UAE

Family Visa for Spouse, Children & Parents

The UAE Golden Visa is a 10-year renewable residency permit issued by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) and processed through the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA Dubai). Eligible categories include property investors, skilled professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, scientists, doctors, engineers, outstanding students, and other exceptional talents meeting the applicable UAE government requirements.

Golden Visa holders do not require a local sponsor and may sponsor their eligible family members for the same residency duration.

Brightlink Management Consultancy assists applicants throughout the complete Golden Visa process, including eligibility assessment, document preparation, application submission, medical fitness coordination, Emirates ID biometrics, and residency issuance through the relevant UAE authorities.

  • Professional consultancy support
  • VIP processing assistance
  • Transparent government-regulated fees
  • Fast and streamlined application handling

Golden Visa approvals are typically processed within a few working days, while the complete process from application submission to residency issuance may take approximately 1–2 weeks depending on the applicant category and document completion.

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dependent Visa UAE Benefits

Here are some concise benefits of a UAE dependent (family) visa:

  • Keeps families united by allowing spouses, children, and sometimes parents to live together in the UAE
  • Access to healthcare, education, and other essential services
  • Dependents can study legally in the UAE
  • Adult dependents may work if they obtain a work permit from an employer
  • Renewable as long as the sponsor maintains valid residency and eligibility
  • Provides stability and long-term residence security for families
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Your Guide to UAE dependent Visa

At Family Visa UAE, we simplify your path to long-term residency with expert precision and personal care. Our dedicated team offers customized guidance, manages all legal and administrative requirements, and ensures a smooth, end-to-end application experience. Thanks to our strong ties with key UAE government entities, we fast-track approvals for investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, and exceptional talents.

Leave the paperwork to us — and focus on securing your future in the UAE with confidence and peace of mind.

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Family Visa UAE works in close collaboration with multiple UAE government authorities to streamline residency solutions for humanitarian pioneers and other eligible categories — ensuring a smooth, transparent, and efficient process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions our customers ask most. Tap to explore.

The Abu Dhabi Golden Visa is a long-term UAE residence visa that allows eligible investors and other qualified individuals to live, work, and invest in the UAE with renewable residency.

Property investors generally need to own real estate in Abu Dhabi with a total value of AED 2 million or more to qualify.

Yes. You can combine the value of multiple eligible properties in Abu Dhabi, provided the combined value meets the minimum investment requirement and complies with the applicable regulations.

Yes. Mortgaged properties may qualify, subject to the current ICP requirements and the submission of a bank No Objection Certificate (NOC), where applicable.

Yes. Golden Visa holders can sponsor their spouse, children, eligible parents, and domestic workers in accordance with UAE immigration regulations.

The Abu Dhabi Golden Visa is generally issued for 10 years and is renewable, provided the eligibility requirements continue to be met.

Yes. Golden Visa holders can remain outside the UAE for extended periods without automatically losing their residency status.

Yes. Applicants are generally required to be physically present in the UAE when submitting their Golden Visa application.

Processing times vary depending on the case and documentation. Complete applications are typically processed within a few working days after all requirements have been fulfilled.

Yes. UAE Golden Visa holders may sponsor unmarried children, including adult sons and daughters, subject to the applicable UAE immigration regulations and supporting documentation requirements.

Yes. Eligible off-plan properties may qualify if they meet the minimum investment requirements and the developer issues the required supporting documents.

Yes. Multiple properties in Abu Dhabi under the same owner’s name can be combined, provided their total value meets the eligibility threshold.

Yes. In many cases, an official valuation certificate from the relevant Abu Dhabi authority is required to confirm the property’s value.

No. Golden Visa holders are not required to stay in the UAE continuously. You can reside abroad for extended periods without affecting your visa status.

Yes. Mortgaged properties may qualify, subject to meeting the applicable investment criteria and providing the required bank No Objection Certificate (NOC).

Yes. Applicants must have valid UAE health insurance from an approved provider before visa issuance.

Yes. Golden Visa holders can live, work, and operate businesses in the UAE without requiring a local sponsor, subject to applicable licensing and employment regulations.

Yes. You can sponsor your spouse and children under your Golden Visa, provided all immigration requirements are met.

Yes. Eligible Golden Visa holders may sponsor their parents in accordance with the applicable UAE residency regulations.

If you already hold a valid UAE residence visa, it generally needs to be cancelled before your new Golden Visa can be issued. The timing depends on your individual case.

Yes. The visa is renewable, provided you continue to meet the eligibility requirements at the time of renewal.

Yes. We provide end-to-end assistance, including eligibility assessment, document verification, application submission, medical fitness arrangements, Emirates ID processing, and ongoing support until your Golden Visa is issued.

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Official UAE Government Authorities

Key UAE government authorities and official platforms involved in visa, residency, attestation, and digital services.

GDRFA Dubai

General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai

ICP

Federal Authority For Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security

MOFA UAE

Ministry of Foreign Affairs United Arab Emirates

UAE Pass

UAE PASS – National Digital Identity and Digital Signature

u.ae Portal

The United Arab Emirates’ Government Platform

Ministry of Justice (MOJ)

The United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Justice