Family Visa Sponsorship services for spouse, children, and parents in the UAE. We manage the complete 2026 GDRFA family visa process, including file opening, medical examination, Emirates ID registration, and residence visa stamping. Our team is specialized in nationality-specific requirements such as the France 3-month marriage rule, Philippines PSA Report of Marriage (ROM), and India SDM attestation. We follow all UAE immigration regulations to ensure full legal compliance for your family visa application, with free document pickup across Dubai and the UAE.
⚠️ Urgent 2026 Rule: All Marriage Certificates MUST be attested by MOFA before applying. If you were married outside the UAE, you cannot apply without the UAE Embassy and MOFA stamps.
A Dubai spouse visa (also known as a family visa or marriage visa) is an official residency permit that allows UAE residents to legally bring their husband or wife to live with them in Dubai. The Dubai spouse visa is a residency permit that allows expatriates legally residing in Dubai to sponsor their husband or wife for long-term residence in the United Arab Emirates. Governed by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), this visa category facilitates family reunification while ensuring compliance with stringent eligibility criteria, documentation standards, and evolving immigration policies.
To sponsor a family visa in Dubai, residents must meet specific income, housing, and legal criteria. Rules vary slightly based on the sponsor’s gender.
Sponsor needs a valid Employment, Investor, or Golden Visa with at least 6 months validity.
Must provide a registered Ejari contract or Title Deed valid for at least 60 days from application.
The sponsor must be at least 18 years old to open a sponsorship file.
The process differs depending on your spouse’s current location. Choose the scenario that matches your situation.
Submit application via ICP/GDRFA. Processing: 2–5 days. Valid for 60 days.
Fly to UAE using the entry permit to start the residency formalities.
Complete Medical Test (DHA/SEHA) and capture biometrics for Emirates ID.
Final residency issued within 2–5 days after medical clearance.
Apply for an “Inside Country” entry permit. No need to exit the UAE.
Spouse exits UAE (e.g., to Oman) and re-enters on the new permit.
*After choosing, proceed to Medical & ID steps.
The family visa cost depends on duration, emirate, validity, and medical tests. This guide explains the latest UAE family visa prices, eligibility rules, and real costs to help you avoid rejection.
Holding a spouse visa is just the beginning. Understanding your rights regarding the MoHRE work permit, DHA medical obligations, and GDRFA renewal timelines is essential.
A spouse visa grants residency but not the automatic right to work. To work legally, you must obtain a MoHRE Labor Card.
All applicants aged 18+ must pass the medical exam at DHA (Dubai) or SEHA (Abu Dhabi) centers.
To avoid fines, renewal must be initiated 30 to 60 days before the visa expiration date.
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In the UAE, we provide Certificate Attestation services across all Emirates including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, Al Ain, and Fujairah. With authorized service partners in 120+ countries, GloboPrime delivers complete document legalization for UAE Family Visas.
Our experienced attestation specialists ensure your Marriage and Birth Certificates meet ICP, GDRFA, Embassy, and MOFA UAE requirements, helping families avoid rejection and delays.
