FAMILY VISA

residence visa for family members

An Employee or Employer can sponsor their family members if have a valid UAE residence visas Unlike before, employees can sponsor their families if they earn a minimum salary of AED 4,000 or AED 3,000 plus accommodation. Clearing medical fitness examination applies to all newcomers who have completed the age of 18.
To apply for a family visa in Dubai, you'll need to follow a specific procedure outlined by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) in Dubai. Here's a general overview of the procedure:

how it works?

  • Eligibility Check: Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria to sponsor your family members for a visa in Dubai. Typically, sponsors must have a valid residency visa, meet certain income requirements, and be of a certain age to sponsor family members.
  • Gather Required Documents: Collect all the necessary documents required for the visa application. These typically include:
  • Sponsor's valid residency visa (sponsor's passport and Emirates ID)
  • Passport copies of the sponsored family members
  • Relationship proof (such as marriage certificate for spouse, birth certificates for children to be attested)
  • Passport-sized photographs of the sponsored family members
  • Emirates ID application forms (if applicable)
  • Medical fitness test results for the sponsored family members
  • Any other documents specified by the GDRFA
  • Submit Application: Submit the visa application along with the required documents to the GDRFA in Dubai. Applications can usually be submitted online through the GDRFA portal or through authorized typing centers.
  • Medical Fitness Test: Depending on the age and nationality of the family members being sponsored, they may be required to undergo a medical fitness test at authorized medical centers in Dubai. This test screens for contagious diseases such as tuberculosis (TB) and is a mandatory requirement for visa issuance.
  • Visa Approval: Once the visa application is approved, the sponsored family members can obtain their residence visas, which allow them to legally reside in Dubai. The visa is usually stamped in their passports, and they may also receive Emirates ID cards.
  • Visa Stamping and Emirates ID: The sponsored family members must complete the visa stamping process at the immigration authorities in Dubai and obtain Emirates ID cards. The Emirates ID is a mandatory identification document for residents of the UAE.
  • Medical Insurance: Ensure that the sponsored family members have medical insurance coverage as it is a mandatory requirement for all residents in Dubai.
  • Visa Renewal: Family visas typically need to be renewed periodically, usually every one to three years, depending on the visa type and duration. Ensure timely renewal to maintain the legal residency status of your family members in Dubai.
It's essential to consult with the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) or seek advice from authorized visa typing centers for the most up-to-date information and guidance on the family visa application process in Dubai. Additionally, individuals should be aware of any changes to visa regulations and requirements that may affect their application.