Dependent Visa
A Dependent Visa allows a UAE resident (sponsor) to bring their immediate family (wife/husband, children, and sometimes parents) to live with them in the UAE.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Who can sponsor? | UAE residents with a valid residency visa (employee, investor, freelancer) |
| Who can be sponsored? |
- Spouse - Children (sons usually until 18 or 21 if studying, daughters until marriage) - Parents (special conditions apply) |
| Minimum Salary Requirement |
- AED 4,000/month or AED 3,000 + accommodation (for
sponsoring spouse/children) - Around AED 20,000–25,000/month (for sponsoring parents) |
| Visa Duration | 2 years (depending on sponsor’s visa), renewable |