How to Sponsor Parents in UAE as a Golden Visa Holder

Sponsoring your parents in the UAE as a Golden Visa holder is a straightforward process, but it involves meeting specific eligibility criteria and submitting the required documentation. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you through the process.

Minimum Salary Required to Sponsor Parents in UAE

To sponsor your parents, you must demonstrate financial stability. The minimum monthly salary requirement is AED 20,000 or higher, depending on the emirate and specific regulations.

Additionally, you must:

1. Provide evidence of a suitable accommodation (e.g., tenancy contract).

2. Submit proof of health insurance for your parents.

Required Documents for Golden Visa Holders Sponsoring Family

For sponsoring parents or other family members, you will need:

1. Personal Documents of the Sponsor

   • Copy of valid UAE Golden Visa.

   • Passport copy.

   • Emirates ID.

2. Dependent Documents

   • Passport copies of the parents.

   • Passport-sized photos (white background).

   • Attested birth certificate (to prove relationship).

3. Additional Supporting Documents

   • Ejari (tenancy contract) or proof of suitable accommodation.

   • Salary certificate or labor contract showing the required income.

   • Health insurance for parents (mandatory).

   • Affidavit stating you are the sole caretaker of your parents (if applicable).

Steps to Apply for Golden Visa Sponsorship for Family in UAE

1. Prepare the DocumentsGather all the required documents, including attested certificates and tenancy contracts.

2. Submit the ApplicationVisit the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) office or apply through their online portal.

3. Medical Fitness TestYour parents must undergo a medical fitness test as part of the residency visa application.

4. Health InsurancePurchase a comprehensive health insurance plan for your parents as per UAE regulations.

5. Pay the FeesPay the applicable fees for visa issuance, Emirates ID application, and residency stamping.

6. Visa StampingOnce approved, the visa will be stamped on your parents' passports.

   
   

How to Apply for a Golden Visa for Family in UAE

Golden Visa holders can also apply for Golden Visas for their immediate family members. Here's how:

1. EligibilityImmediate family members, including spouses, children, and in some cases, parents, can be sponsored.

2. Required Documents

   • Passport copies of dependents.

   • Proof of relationship (marriage certificate or birth certificate).

   • Emirates ID of the Golden Visa holder.

3. Application Process

   • Submit the application through GDRFA or ICA (Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship).

   • Pay the required fees for each dependent.

4. ValidityFamily members’ Golden Visas will match the duration of the primary holder's visa.

Key Points to Remember

• Golden Visa holders enjoy flexibility in sponsoring family members, including parents.

• A minimum salary of AED 20,000 is required to sponsor parents.

• Ensure all documents are properly attested and verified.

For assistance with sponsoring parents or applying for Golden Visas for family, contact

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