At Glimmer, we deliver end-to-end corporate solutions in the UAE, supporting businesses with seamless setup, compliance, and government services.
At Glimmer, we deliver end-to-end corporate solutions in the UAE, supporting businesses with seamless setup, compliance, and government services.
Moving to a new country is a big step, and we know it only feels like home when your family is with you. At Glimmer, we make the process of getting a Dependent Visa in Dubai simple and stress-free. Whether you want to sponsor your spouse, children, or parents, our team handles all the complicated paperwork and government rules for you. We take care of the details so you can focus on building your new life together in the Emirates.
Choosing the right visa partner makes all the difference. At Glimmer, we don’t just process applications — we manage your family’s entire residency journey with precision, care, and accountability, including DMCC free zone setup.
At Glimmer, we offer an all-in-one Dependent Visa in Dubai package that covers every detail of your family’s residency. We don’t just fill out forms; we manage the entire journey for you.
To bring your family to the UAE, you need to meet a few simple requirements set by the government. Here is a clear list of what you need to qualify as a sponsor:
We start by checking your salary and tenancy contract to make sure you qualify for a Dependent visa in Dubai. Our team then reviews all your documents—like marriage and birth certificates—to ensure they are properly stamped (attested) and ready for the government.
Once your papers are ready, we apply for the Entry Permit. This is the initial “permission” for your family to enter the UAE if they are abroad, or to change their status if they are already here on a tourist visa.
After the permit is issued, your family members (aged 18+) will go for a simple health check (blood test and X-ray). We also schedule their Emirates ID biometrics appointment, where their fingerprints and photo are taken at a government center.
In the UAE, having health insurance is mandatory for all residents. We help you choose and secure the right insurance plan for your family to meet government requirements and keep your loved ones protected.
In the final step, the government approves the residency. While physical passport stickers are now replaced by digital visas, your family’s residency is officially linked to their Emirates ID. We track the printing of the cards and deliver them straight to your door.
The UAE has made it easier than ever to bring your family together. At Glimmer, we specialize in all categories of family residency and ensure your Dependent Visa in Dubai process is smooth. Whether you are managing your residency through a DMCC Free Zone Setup for Professional Services or another business structure, here are the specific rules for each family member:
You can sponsor your husband or wife to live with you in the UAE.
Key Requirement: You must provide an original marriage certificate that is attested (stamped) by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in your home country and the UAE.
Salary Rule: A minimum salary of 4,000 AED (or 3,000 AED + housing) is required to apply for this Dependent Visa in Dubai category.
Medical Check: If your spouse is over 18, they must pass a medical fitness test once they arrive in the UAE.
You can sponsor your children so they can study and grow up with you in the Emirates.
Sons: You can now sponsor your sons up until they are 25 years old. (Previously, the limit was 18, so this is a great new benefit!)
Daughters: You can sponsor your daughters for as long as they are unmarried, regardless of their age.
Document Needed: An attested birth certificate for each child is required.
Bringing your parents to the UAE is a wonderful way to keep the family together, though the rules are a bit stricter.
Joint Sponsorship: Generally, you must sponsor both parents together. You can only sponsor one parent if you have legal proof (like a death or divorce certificate) that they are single.
Higher Salary: You usually need a minimum salary of 20,000 AED to qualify for a parent Dependent visa in Dubai.
Annual Renewal: Parent visas are typically issued for 1 year and must be renewed annually.
Security Deposit: You will need to pay a refundable deposit (usually around 5,000 AED per parent) to the immigration department.
If you have a baby in the UAE, it is very important to act quickly to avoid fines.
The Deadline: You have exactly 120 days from the date of birth to complete the baby’s passport, residency visa, and Emirates ID.
What Happens if You Wait? If the visa is not processed within 120 days, the government charges a fine of 100 AED per day.
Our Advice: Start the process as soon as you get the birth certificate! Glimmer can help you finish everything well before the deadline.
The entire process usually takes between 10 and 15 working days. This includes getting the initial entry permit, completing the medical test, and receiving the final residency approval. If you are in a hurry, “Express” services are available to speed up the process.
Yes! In Dubai, a woman can sponsor her husband and children. To do this, she typically needs a minimum salary of 10,000 AED. In some cases, she may also need to work in a specific professional field (like teaching, engineering, or medicine), though Dubai is very flexible with these rules for high-salaried employees.
Under the latest UAE rules, you can sponsor your sons until they reach 25 years of age. If your son has special needs (a Person of Determination), there is no age limit at all. For daughters, you can continue to sponsor them as long as they remain unmarried, regardless of their age.
The government requires you to have “suitable accommodation” for your family. For a spouse and children, a 1-bedroom apartment with a valid Ejari (tenancy contract) is usually enough. However, if you are sponsoring your parents, the rules are stricter—you must typically provide proof of a 2-bedroom apartment to ensure they have enough space.
Don't get lost in bureaucracy. The UAE's visa rules change frequently, but our experts are always up to date. Let Glimmer handle the "PRO" work and the government paperwork while you focus on welcoming your family home.
Fill out the simple form below, and our team will contact you within 24 hours to start your application.