What is the minimum salary to sponsor family in Dubai?

For a male sponsor, the minimum salary required to sponsor his family in Dubai is AED 4,000 per month, or AED 3,000 per month if the employer provides accommodation. For female sponsors, the requirement is typically higher, often starting at AED 10,000 per month.

What documents are needed for a UAE family visa?

Key documents include the sponsor's passport and visa copies, original Emirates ID, salary certificate, registered tenancy contract (Ejari), and dependents' passport copies and photos. Crucially, you will need marriage and birth certificates that have been legally attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).

How much does a 2-year dependent visa cost in Dubai?

The total cost for a new 2-year dependent visa in Dubai typically ranges from AED 3,500 to AED 5,000 per person. This amount covers the entry permit, change of status, medical test, Emirates ID application, and final visa stamping fees. It excludes refundable deposits and the cost of medical insurance.

Can I sponsor my parents to live in the UAE?

Yes, you can sponsor your parents, but under special conditions. You must sponsor both parents together, prove you are their sole provider, have a minimum salary of AED 20,000 per month, and arrange a separate one-bedroom accommodation for them. A refundable security deposit per parent is also required.

Dependent Visa Dubai Services

Getting a dependent visa in Dubai should be an exciting step; it’s about bringing your family together in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. But we know the application process can often feel complicated and overwhelming. That’s precisely where our expert services come in. We turn a stressful process into a smooth and straightforward journey.

Whether you’re planning on sponsoring a spouse, your children, or bringing your parents to live with you, our dedicated team provides clear, step-by-step guidance from start to finish. We handle the process meticulously, ensuring every document is in perfect order to prevent unnecessary delays or rejections. With our expert support, you can bring your loved ones to Dubai with complete confidence, letting you focus on what truly matters: building your new life together.

Key Benefits of Dependent Visa Dubai

Securing a Dependent Visa in Dubai is more than just a procedural step; it’s your family’s key to unlocking a stable, secure, and enriching life in the UAE. This residence permit empowers your loved ones to move beyond temporary visits and truly build a home here with you. It’s about creating a future together, and the benefits are significant.

Family Reunification & Stability

The greatest benefit is, without a doubt, family reunification. As a valid UAE resident who meets the sponsorship requirements, you are empowered to bring your spouse, children, and even parents to live with you. This provides incredible peace of mind and the stability that comes from having your loved ones by your side, fully integrated into your life in Dubai.

Full Access to UAE Services

Once the required documentation—like attested marriage and birth certificates—is processed, your family members become legal residents. This status is their passport to essential services. They can open bank accounts, obtain a driver's license, and most importantly, enroll in the UAE's world-class education system, from schools to universities.

Access to World-Class Healthcare

The mandatory medical examination for dependents over 18 is a cornerstone of the UAE's commitment to public health. Upon passing this medical fitness test, your family gains full access to Dubai's outstanding healthcare facilities and can be covered by a medical insurance policy. This ensures their health and well-being are always a top priority.

Long-Term Security and Planning

A dependent visa’s validity is directly linked to the sponsor’s residence permit. This synchronization provides genuine long-term security, allowing your family to settle in and plan for the future without the constant uncertainty of short-term visas. It establishes a solid foundation for your family to live, grow, and thrive together in the UAE.

Types of UAE Employment Visa Services

Visa Type	Key Steps	Required Documents	Cost Price
Dependent visa for Wife (Inside) as an Employee	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Inside Visa Change Status Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Sponsor person should have minimum salary of 4000 AED. Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. Labor Contract is required if he is employee in Mainland company and Freezone Salary Certificate is required if he is working in Freezone. In order to prove the relationship, attested Marriage Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Wife Passport Copy and recent photo with background are required. Wife visit visa or canceled visa copy.	Total Approx: 3,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) Deposit fee (refundable): 4000
Dependent visa for Wife (Outside) as an Employee	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Outside visa Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Sponsor person should have minimum salary of 4000 AED. Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. Labor Contract is required if he is employee in Mainland company and Freezone Salary Certificate is required if he is working in Freezone. In order to prove the relationship, attested Marriage Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Wife Passport Copy and recent photo with background is required.	Total Approx: 2,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) Deposit fee (refundable): 4000
New born Baby Visa	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Father or sponsor’s passport (original) Passport copy (colored and with high resolution) of the mother Mother’s visa page copy (colored and with high resolution) Original birth certificates of the baby in both English and Arabic Two passport-size photos of the baby with eyes open and a white background A tenancy contract that is registered with EJARI Original Emirates IDs of the mother and the father Original marriage certificate that is attested by relevant authorities Employer-issued salary certificate for either the mother or the father Labor contract	Total Approx: 1,250 AED
Dependent visa for Kids (Inside) as an Employee	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Inside Visa Change Status Medical (For more than 16Y) Emirates ID Application (Biometric for more 15Y) E Residency Visa	Sponsor person should have minimum salary of 4000 AED. Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. Labor Contract is required if he is employee in Mainland company and Freezone Salary Certificate is required if he is working in Freezone. In order to prove the relationship, attested Birth Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Kids Passport Copy and recent photo with background is required. Kids visit visa or cancel visa copy. Residential Ejari may ask if child is more than 20 years old.	Total Approx: 3,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) Deposit fee (refundable): 4000
Dependent visa for Kids (Outside) as an Employee	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Outside Visa Medical (For more than 15Y) Emirates ID Application (Biometric for more 15Y) E Residency Visa	Sponsor person should have minimum salary of 4000 AED. Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. Labor Contract is required if he is employee in Mainland company and Freezone Salary Certificate is required if he is working in Freezone. In order to prove the relationship, attested Birth Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Kids Passport Copy and recent photo with background is required. Residential Ejari may ask if child is more than 20 years old.	Total Approx: 2,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) Deposit fee (refundable): 4000
Dependent visa for Parents (Inside) as an Employee	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Inside Visa Change Status Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Sponsor person should have minimum salary of 12,000 AED. Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. Labor Contract is required if he is employee in Mainland company and Freezone Salary Certificate is required if he is working in Freezone. In order to prove the relationship, Sponsored attested Birth Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Parents Passport Copy and recent photo with background is required. Parents visit visa or cancel visa copy. If Sponsor person is married then 2 BHK is preferable but 1 BHK is subject to be approved by the Government. Government may ask original Bills and Residency contract. Bank Statement of last 3 to 6 months may be required by the Government. Sponsor person Bank IBAN number will be required.	Total Approx: 3,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) For each Parent application, 5000 AED fee is deposited, which is refundable
Dependent visa for Parents (Outside) as an Employee	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Outside Visa Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Sponsor person should have minimum salary of 12,000 AED. Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. Labor Contract is required if he is employee in Mainland company and Freezone Salary Certificate is required if he is working in Freezone. In order to prove the relationship, Sponsored attested Birth Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Parents Passport Copy and recent photo with background is required. If Sponsor person is married then 2 BHK is preferable but 1 BHK is subject to be approved by the Government. Government may ask original Bills and Residency contract. Bank Statement of last 3 to 6 months may be required by the Government. Sponsor person Bank IBAN number will be required.	Total Approx: 2,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) For each Parent application, 5000 AED fee is deposited, which is refundable
Dependent visa for parents-in-law (Inside) as an Employee	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Inside Visa Change Status Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Sponsor person should have minimum salary of 12,000-15,000 AED. Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. Labor Contract is required if he is employee in Mainland company and Freezone Salary Certificate is required if he is working in Freezone. In order to prove the relationship, Sponsored attested Birth Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Parents-in-Law Passport Copy, Visa copy and recent photo with background is required. Wife's Passport, Visa & EID copy required. 2 BHK is mandatory. Government may ask original Bills and Residency contract. Bank Statement of last 3 to 6 months may be required by the Government. Sponsor person Bank IBAN number will be required.	Total Approx: 3,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) For each applicant, 5000 AED fee is deposited which is refundable.
Dependent visa for Parent in Laws (Outside) as an Employee	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Outside Visa Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Sponsor person should have minimum salary of 12,000-15,000 AED. Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. Labor Contract is required if he is employee in Mainland company and Freezone Salary Certificate is required if he is working in Freezone. In order to prove the relationship, Sponsored attested Birth Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Parents-in-Law Passport Copy, Visa copy and recent photo with background is required. Wife's Passport, Visa & EID copy required. 2 BHK is mandatory. Government may ask original Bills and Residency contract. Bank Statement of last 3 to 6 months may be required by the Government. Sponsor person Bank IBAN number will be required.	Total Approx: 2,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) For each applicant, 5000 AED fee is deposited which is refundable.
Dependent visa for Wife (Inside) as an Investor/Partner	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Inside Visa Change Status Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. To prove his ownership in the Company, Trade License copy where his name will be written, establishment card copy and Memorandum Copy where his shares will be mentioned. In order to prove the relationship, attested Marriage Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Company or Personal Bank statement may be required by the Government. If company is new then it is not necessary but if its more than 1 year old then Bank statement may be required. Wife Passport Copy and recent photo with background is required. Wife visit visa or cancel visa copy.	Total Approx: 3,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) 3000 AED deposit is must required which is refundable upon cancelation or changing visa.
Dependent visa for Wife (Outside) as an Investor/Partner	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Outside Visa Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. To prove his ownership in the Company, Trade License copy where his name will be written, establishment card copy and Memorandum Copy where his shares will be mentioned. In order to prove the relationship, attested Marriage Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Company or Personal Bank statement may be required by the Government. If company is new then it is not necessary but if its more than 1 year old then Bank statement may be required. Wife Passport Copy and recent photo with background is required.	Total Approx: 2,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) 3000 AED deposit is must required which is refundable upon cancelation or changing visa.
Dependent visa for Kids (Inside) as an Investor/Partner	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Inside Visa Change Status Medical (For more than 16Y) Emirates ID Application (Biometric for more 15Y) E Residency Visa	Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. To prove his ownership in the Company, Trade License copy where his name will be written, establishment card copy and Memorandum Copy where his shares will be mentioned. In order to prove the relationship, attested kids Birth Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Company or Personal Bank statement may be required by the Government. If company is new then it is not necessary but if its more than 1 year old then Bank statement may be required. Kids Passport Copy and recent photo with background is required. Kids visit visa or cancel visa copy.	Total Approx: 3,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) 3000 AED deposit is must require which is refundable upon cancelation or changing visa.
Dependent visa for Kids (Outside) as an Investor/Partner	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Outside Visa Medical (For more than 16Y) Emirates ID Application (Biometric for more 15Y) E Residency Visa	Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. To prove his ownership in the Company, Trade License copy where his name will be written, establishment card copy and Memorandum Copy where his shares will be mentioned. In order to prove the relationship, attested kids Birth Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Company or Personal Bank statement may be required by the Government. If company is new then it is not necessary but if its more than 1 year old then Bank statement may be required. Kids Passport Copy and recent photo with background is required.	Total Approx: 2,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) 3000 AED deposit is must require which is refundable upon cancelation or changing visa.
Dependent visa for Parents (Inside) as an Investor/Partner	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Inside Visa Change Status Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. To prove his ownership in the Company, Trade License copy where his name will be written, establishment card copy and Memorandum Copy where his shares will be mentioned. In order to prove the relationship, Sponsored attested Birth Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Company or Personal Bank statement may be required by the Government. If company is new then it is not necessary but if its more than 1 year old then Bank statement may be required. Parents Passport Copy and recent photo with background is required. Parents visit visa or cancel visa copy. Sponsor person Bank IBAN number will be required. If Sponsor person is married then 2 BHK is preferable but 1 BHK is subject to be approved by the Government. Government may ask original Bills and Residency contract.	Total Approx: 3,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) For each Parent application, 5000 AED fee is deposited which is refundable.
Dependent visa for Parents (Outside) as an Investor/Partner	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Outside Visa Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. To prove his ownership in the Company, Trade License copy where his name will be written, establishment card copy and Memorandum Copy where his shares will be mentioned. In order to prove the relationship, Sponsored attested Birth Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Company or Personal Bank statement may be required by the Government. If company is new then it is not necessary but if its more than 1 year old then Bank statement may be required. Parents Passport Copy and recent photo with background is required. Sponsor person Bank IBAN number will be required. If Sponsor person is married then 2 BHK is preferable but 1 BHK is subject to be approved by the Government. Government may ask original Bills and Residency contract.	Total Approx: 2,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) For each Parent application, 5000 AED fee is deposited which is refundable.
Dependent visa for Parent in Laws (Inside) as an Investor/Partner	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Inside Visa Change Status Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. To prove his ownership in the Company, Trade License copy where his name will be written, establishment card copy and Memorandum Copy where his shares will be mentioned. In order to prove the relationship, Sponsored attested marriage Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Parents-in-Law Passport Copy, Visa copy and recent photo with background is required. Wife's Passport, Visa & EID copy required. 2 BHK is mandatory. Government may ask original Bills and Residency contract. Company or Personal Bank statement may be required by the Government. If company is new then it is not necessary but if its more than 1 year old then Bank statement may be required. Sponsor person Bank IBAN number will be required.	Total Approx: 3,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) For each applicant, 5000 AED fee is deposited which is refundable
Dependent visa for Parent in Laws (Outside) as an Investor/Partner	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Outside Visa Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. To prove his ownership in the Company, Trade License copy where his name will be written, establishment card copy and Memorandum Copy where his shares will be mentioned. In order to prove the relationship, Sponsored attested marriage Certificate is required from home country or issued country and UAE Ministry Foreign Affairs (Arabic Translation might be required). Parents-in-Law Passport Copy and recent photo with background is required. Wife's Passport, Visa & EID copy required. 2 BHK is mandatory. Government may ask original Bills and Residency contract. Company or Personal Bank statement may be required by the Government. If company is new then it is not necessary but if its more than 1 year old then Bank statement may be required. Sponsor person Bank IBAN number will be required.	Total Approx: 2,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable) For each applicant, 5000 AED fee is deposited which is refundable
Dependent visa Renewal for Wife as an Employee	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	Salary certificate should be recent, not older than 60 days and issued by Freezone. Labor contract should be valid and not expired. Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. Dependent Residence Visa Copy required, Emirates ID card copy, Recent photo and Passport copy Ejari mostly required by Government and validity will be more than 2 months. NOC is not required in wife case. If someone has not paid the deposit for Dependent or has paid less deposit then Government may ask to Deposit it again and refund the old deposit. Before old deposit for dependent were 1500 AED and now its 3000 AED. For parents it was 3000 AED and now its 5000 AED Deposit.	Total Approx: 1,400 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable)
Dependent visa Renewal for Kids as an Employee	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Medical (For more than 16Y) Emirates ID Application (Biometric for more 15Y) E Residency Visa	Salary certificate should be recent, not older than 60 days and issued by Freezone. Labor contract should be valid and not expired. Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. Dependent Residence Visa Copy required, Emirates ID card copy, Recent photo and Passport copy Ejari mostly required by Government and validity will be more than 2 months. NOC is not required in wife case. If someone has not paid the deposit for Dependent or has paid less deposit then Government may ask to Deposit it again and refund the old deposit. Before old deposit for dependent were 1500 AED and now its 3000 AED. For parents it was 3000 AED and now its 5000 AED Deposit.	Total Approx: 1,200 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable)
Dependent visa Renewal for Wife as an Investor/Partner	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Medical Emirates ID Application E Residency Visa	To prove his ownership in the Company, Trade License copy where his name will be written, establishment card copy and Memorandum Copy where his shares will be mentioned. Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. Dependent Residence Visa Copy required, Emirates ID card copy, Recent photo and Passport copy Ejari mostly required by Government and validity will be more than 2 months. NOC is not required in wife case. If someone has not paid the deposit for Dependent or has paid less deposit then Government may ask to Deposit it again and refund the old deposit. Before old deposit for dependent were 1500 AED and now its 3000 AED. For parents it was 3000 AED and now its 5000 AED Deposit.	Total Approx: 3,650 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable)
Dependent visa Renewal for Kids as an Investor/Partner	Open Sponsor File (if needed) Medical (For more than 16Y) Emirates ID Application (Biometric for more 15Y)	To prove his ownership in the Company, Trade License copy where his name will be written, establishment card copy and Memorandum Copy where his shares will be mentioned. Sponsor must have valid Residence Visa, valid Emirates ID and Passport Copy. Dependent Residence Visa Copy required, Emirates ID card copy, Recent photo and Passport copy Ejari mostly required by Government and validity will be more than 2 months. NOC is not required in wife case. If someone has not paid the deposit for Dependent or has paid less deposit then Government may ask to Deposit it again and refund the old deposit. Before old deposit for dependent were 1500 AED and now its 3000 AED. For parents it was 3000 AED and now its 5000 AED Deposit.	Total Approx: 1,200 AED plus deposite fee(Refundable)
Dependent Visa Cancellation	Apply cancellation in Amer centre In/Out report (Immigration)	Original Emirates ID of Sponsor Passport Copy of Sponsor Visa Copy of Sponsor Passport and Visa Copy of Dependent Dependent Original Passport is required if outside country cancellation and less than 6 months.	Total Approx: 900 AED

Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining a Dependent Visa Dubai

Navigating the formalities for a dependent visa in Dubai can seem complex, but it doesn’t have to be. We believe in making the process transparent and predictable for every family. We’ve broken down the entire journey into five clear, manageable stages so you know exactly what to expect as you bring your loved ones to the UAE.

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Sponsorship Check

Verify eligibility for visa sponsorship.

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Document Preparation

Prepare all required documents.

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Application Submission

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Medical Exam

Complete medical tests if applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dependent Visa Services

A UAE Dependent Visa, also known as a family residence permit, is a type of long-term visa that allows a legal resident of the UAE (the "sponsor") to bring their immediate family members (the "dependents") to live with them. To be an eligible sponsor, you must hold a valid UAE residence visa (such as an employment or investor visa) and meet specific income criteria set by the immigration authorities.

As of early 2025, the minimum salary requirement for a male expatriate resident sponsoring his family is typically AED 4,000 per month, or AED 3,000 per month plus company-provided accommodation. This income threshold is a key eligibility criterion verified through your official labor contract issued by MOHRE or the relevant free zone authority.

Yes, a woman can sponsor her family, but the criteria are stricter. Generally, she must be employed in a specific profession (like teaching, engineering, or healthcare) and have a minimum monthly salary of AED 10,000, or AED 8,000 plus accommodation. In all cases, if the husband is residing in the UAE and meets sponsorship requirements himself, he must be the one to sponsor the children.

The core documents required for your petition include:

The sponsor’s original Emirates ID, passport copy, and residence visa copy.
Dependents' passport copies and passport-sized photos with a white background.
An attested marriage certificate (for a spouse) and attested birth certificates (for children).
A registered tenancy contract (Ejari) as proof of accommodation.
A valid salary certificate or labor contract for the sponsor.
A valid medical insurance policy for all dependents.

Document attestation, or legalization, is a mandatory multi-step process. As the UAE is not part of the Hague Convention, you cannot use a simple apostille. The correct procedure involves:

Certification by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (or equivalent) in the country where the document was issued.
Attestation by the UAE Embassy or Consulate in that same country.
A final attestation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) within the UAE after the document arrives.

While fees are subject to change, you can budget approximately AED 3,500 to AED 5,000 per dependent for a new 2-year visa. This total cost typically includes fees for the entry permit, change of status, medical fitness test, Emirates ID application, and the final visa stamping. This does not include the refundable security deposit required for investors or when sponsoring parents.

Sponsoring parents involves a few extra conditions. You must sponsor both parents together (unless one is deceased or they are divorced), provide proof they have no one else to care for them back home, and secure a separate one-bedroom apartment for them. The sponsor's minimum salary requirement also increases significantly to AED 20,000 per month.

A tourist visa is a short-term entry permit for tourism, allowing a stay of 30 to 90 days. It does not grant residency rights. A Dependent Visa is a long-term residence permit (e.g., for 2 years) that makes your family official UAE residents, allowing them to open bank accounts, enroll in school, and obtain an Emirates ID.

Yes, she can. Once your wife's residence visa is stamped and she has her Emirates ID, her prospective employer can apply for a work permit for her from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE). Her visa status will remain as "housewife" under your sponsorship, but the work permit legally authorizes her for employment.

UAE residents with a standard dependent visa can typically stay outside the country for a continuous period of up to six months (180 days). If a dependent stays outside the UAE for longer than this, their residence visa will be automatically cancelled by the immigration system.

If your family is already inside the UAE on a tourist visa, the process generally involves:

Applying for the new residence entry permit.
Performing a "Change of Status" to move from a tourist to a resident visa without exiting the country.
Completing the mandatory medical fitness test and Emirates ID biometrics.
Submitting the final application for visa stamping once the medical results are clear

The mandatory medical fitness test is only required for dependents who are 18 years of age or older. Children under the age of 18 are exempt from this requirement.

Your family's residence permits are directly linked to your sponsorship. If your own employment visa is cancelled, you must also cancel your dependents' visas. The UAE government provides a grace period (from 30 to 180 days depending on the visa type) after cancellation, during which you must either secure a new residence visa for yourself and your family or exit the country.

The most common reasons for rejection by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) include:

Incomplete or improperly attested documents.
Errors or typos in the application form.
The sponsor not meeting the minimum salary or accommodation requirements.
The dependent failing the mandatory medical fitness test.

Applying yourself at an AMER Center is possible if your case is straightforward. However, using one of the best UAE visa consultants can save significant time and prevent costly errors. A professional service helps ensure your documents are perfectly prepared and attested, manages the entire submission process, and provides expert guidance, which is invaluable for complex cases like sponsoring parents or dealing with unique circumstances.

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