Family residence in UAE
Sponsoring family members in the UAE under MoHRE and ICP regulations: minimum salary thresholds (AED 4,000 or AED 3,000 + housing), spousal and child visas.
Who this pathway suits
Expatriate employees and investors residing in the UAE bringing immediate family members.
Eligibility at a glance
- Primary resident holds valid UAE employment or investor visa
- Minimum monthly salary: AED 4,000 or AED 3,000 plus employer-provided housing
- Attested marriage certificate (for spouse) and birth certificates (for children)
- Adequate residential lease agreement (Ejari registered in Dubai or Tawtheeq in Abu Dhabi)
How the process works
- Attest certificates via Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) and UAE Embassy
- Apply for family entry permit through ICP or GDRFA Dubai smart services
- Spouse completes medical fitness test and biometrics in the UAE
- Receive 2-year Emirates ID cards for all family members
Documents you will typically need
- Attested marriage and birth certificates, Ejari tenancy contract, salary certificate, primary applicant's passport and visa
What to keep in mind
Sponsors can sponsor sons up to age 25 and unmarried daughters without age limits.
Official source: ICP UAE — Family Sponsorship. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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