This guide covers everything you need to know about the Dubai dependent visa process — including eligibility, required documents, application steps, costs, processing time, and tips to ensure a smooth and successful sponsorship. Whether you’re planning to bring your spouse, children, or parents, this complete guide will help you navigate the process with confidence.

At Family Visa UAE, we simplify the process so you can focus on what truly matters—your future in the UAE with those closest to you.

1. What Is a Dependent Visa?

A dependent visa allows eligible family members of a UAE resident (the sponsor) to live legally in the UAE. Sponsored dependents can reside in Dubai, access education, healthcare, and other services during the sponsor’s visa validity.

2. Who Can Sponsor Dependents?

To sponsor dependents in Dubai, the individual must:

• Hold a valid UAE residence visa and Emirates ID
• Earn a minimum monthly salary (typically AED 4,000 or AED 3,000 + accommodation)
• Provide suitable accommodation (Ejari or tenancy contract)
• Have valid health insurance for the dependents
• Be able to support the dependent financially throughout their stay

Note: Female sponsors and those sponsoring parents may need to meet higher income thresholds.

3. Who Can Be Sponsored?

Eligible dependents include:

• Spouse (husband or wife, with attested marriage certificate)
• Children (sons typically up to age 25; daughters must be unmarried)
• Parents (conditions apply, including higher income requirements)
• Stepchildren (with proper legal documentation and no-objection certificates)

4. Required Documents

Here’s a general list of documents needed:

• Sponsor’s passport copy, visa page, Emirates ID
• Dependent’s passport copy + recent passport-size photos
• Attested marriage or birth certificates (as applicable)
• Valid tenancy contract (Ejari)
• Sponsor’s salary certificate or labour contract
• Latest utility bill (sometimes required)
• Health insurance documents for each dependent
• Medical fitness certificate (for dependents over 18)

All foreign documents must be attested by relevant authorities.

5. Application Steps

1. Check Eligibility – Confirm sponsor meets all requirements
2. Collect Documents – Prepare and attest all necessary paperwork
3. Apply for Entry Permit – Submit through GDRFA or approved typing centers
4. Status Change (if required) – For dependents already in UAE
5. Medical Fitness Test – For dependents aged 18+
6. Apply for Emirates ID – Includes biometric appointment
7. Visa Stamping – Residence visa is stamped in the dependent’s passport
8. Receive Emirates ID & Residency

6. Costs (Approximate)

• Entry Permit: AED 500 – AED 1,200
• Medical Test: AED 250 – AED 750
• Change Status: AED 550 – AED 650
• Emirates ID (1–2–5–10 years): AED 280 – AED 380 – AED 680 – AED 1,180
• Visa Stamping: AED 500 – AED 700
• Health Insurance: From AED 700+ annually (varies by age & coverage)

7. Processing Time

• Entry Permit: 2 – 5 working days
• Full Process: 7 – 14 working days (if all documents are in order)

8. Visa Validity & Renewal

• Validity: Usually 1, 2, 5 or 10 years depending on sponsor’s visa
• Can be renewed before expiry
• Renewals may require new medical tests and insurance updates
• Cancellation is required if dependents leave the UAE permanently

9. Tips & Common Issues

• Document Attestation can delay the process — begin early
• Income Requirements vary by relation and emirate
• Health Insurance must meet government criteria — confirm before purchase
• Overstay Penalties apply if permits or visas expire
• Emirate-Specific Rules may differ slightly — always confirm with local authorities

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