Family & Dependent Visa in Dubai 2026 – Sponsor Spouse, Children & Parents
Once you hold a UAE residency visa, you can sponsor your family — spouse, children and parents — for their own residency. Dubai Business Services manages the full dependent-visa process, including the attestation and housing paperwork that trips most people up.
Who You Can Sponsor
- Spouse — an attested marriage certificate is required
- Children — sons up to the standard age limit and unmarried daughters
- Parents — subject to a higher income threshold and additional conditions
Requirements & Documents
- Sponsor’s valid residency visa and Emirates ID
- A minimum monthly salary plus suitable accommodation (tenancy contract / Ejari)
- Attested marriage and birth certificates
- Medical fitness test for dependents aged 18 and over, and Emirates ID for each
Process & Timeline
- Eligibility, salary and housing check with DBS
- Entry permit for each dependent
- Status change, medical and Emirates ID biometrics
- Visa stamping
Each dependent is processed on their own file; DBS runs them in parallel to keep the family’s timeline short.
Cost — What Drives the Price
Each dependent carries its own entry permit, visa, medical and Emirates ID fees, plus a refundable deposit in some cases. Parent sponsorship can require additional guarantees. DBS itemises the cost per dependent so you can budget the whole family at once.
Why DBS
Family visas usually fail on missing attestation, salary proof or tenancy paperwork. DBS reviews your eligibility first, handles attestation and Ejari, and processes each dependent so approvals come through the first time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What salary do I need to sponsor family? A minimum monthly salary plus valid accommodation; parents require a higher threshold. DBS confirms your case.
Can I sponsor my parents? Yes, with the higher income requirement and the required guarantees.
Do children need a medical test? Only dependents aged 18 and over.
Do I need an Ejari tenancy contract? Yes — proof of suitable accommodation is part of the requirement.