All routes: United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates · checked 04.08.2026
Family residence
A resident may sponsor a spouse, unmarried daughters, sons under 25 and the dependants provided for. The official sponsor threshold is AED 4,000, or AED 3,000 plus accommodation.
Official guidance
Check the requirements before applying
Who it is for
- The sponsor's valid residence
- Income from AED 4,000, or AED 3,000 plus accommodation
- An evidenced relationship; a medical examination for family members aged 18 and over
Documents
A basic preparation list. The competent authority creates the personal checklist based on citizenship and place of application.
- A valid passport and copies of its pages
- A completed application form and recent photographs
- Attested certificates, the sponsor's passport or Emirates ID, salary, accommodation, insurance and the medical examination
- Proof of funds, accommodation and health insurance — where required
- A police clearance certificate, medical documents, translation and legalisation — if listed for the chosen category
Application steps
- 1Have the relationship documents attested
- 2Apply for the entry permit or a change of status
- 3Complete the medical examination for family members aged 18 and over
- 4Receive the residence permit and the Emirates ID
After arrival
- A dependant's validity never exceeds the sponsor's
- Renew or cancel family permits together with the sponsor's status
- Arrange school and health insurance
FileLama Templates
Prepare your document package
You can type, save, and print these supporting documents in your account. They do not replace the country's official application form.
Document checklist
Tick off your passport, application form, translations, legalisation, insurance and the supporting proofs for your route.
Complete in your accountAccommodation and support letter
Prepare a free-form letter from your host about the accommodation and the costs they cover.
Complete in your account