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UAE FAMILY RESIDENT VISA FOR INDIAN PASSPORT HOLDERS
The UAE Family Resident Visa allows Indian expatriates living in the UAE to sponsor their family members and live together legally in the country. With thousands of Indians working in the UAE, this visa is one of the most searched immigration topics today.
In this guide, we cover eligibility, salary requirements, documents required, application process, cost, and validity of the UAE Family Visa for Indians.
What is a UAE Family Resident Visa?
A UAE Family Resident Visa is a long-term residence permit that allows expatriates working in the UAE to sponsor their:
- Spouse
- Children
- Parents (under special conditions)
It enables families to stay in the UAE legally for the same duration as the sponsor’s residence visa.
Eligibility for UAE Resident Family Visa for Indians
To sponsor family members, an Indian expatriate must:
- Hold a valid UAE residence visa
- Have a minimum monthly salary of AED 4,000 OR AED 3,000 + company-provided accommodation
- Work in a professional or skilled category
- Provide legal proof of relationship
⚠️ Labour category is no longer mandatory; salary is the main requirement.The most notable transformation has been the elimination of profession-based restrictions for family sponsorship, a policy shift that took effect following earlier reforms in 2019. This change means that any foreign worker who meets the minimum salary threshold can now sponsor their family members, regardless of their job title or professional category.
Who Can Be Sponsored for a Family resident visa UAE ?
Indians in the UAE can sponsor:
✔️ Spouse
✔️ Children
- Sons: up to 25 years
- Daughters: no age limit if unmarried
- Newborns must be sponsored within 120 days
✔️ Parents Requires:
- Higher salary (usually AED 10,000+)
- Medical insurance
- Deposit (around AED 5,000 per parent)
Documents Required for Applying UAE Family Visa (Indians)
Sponsor’s Documents:
- Passport copy
- UAE residence visa copy
- Emirates ID
- Salary certificate / labour contract
- Tenancy contract (Ejari)
Family Member’s Documents:
- Passport copy
- Passport-size photo
- Attested marriage/birth certificate
- Medical test report (if applicable)
- Entry permit
UAE Family Visa Application Process - Step by Step Process
- Step 1 :Apply for Entry Permit (Online via ICP or GDRFA)
- Step 2 : Medical Test (for adults) Includes blood test and X-ray
- Step 3 : Emirates ID Application
- Step 4 : Visa Stamping on Passport
- Step 5 : Residence Visa Issued
⏱️ Processing Time:
Usually 7–10 working days
Key Benefits for Indian Families applying Family Residence visa
- Legal residence in UAE and benefits attached
- Access to schools and healthcare
- Ability to open bank accounts
- Dependent visa allows study
- Peaceful family life with a better standard of living in UAE
Common Reasons for Rejection while applying for a Family Resident visa in UAE
- Sponsor with Low salary
- Improper document attestation
- Mismatch in names
- Invalid tenancy contract
- Expired passport
Tip: Always ensure certificates are properly attested in India and UAE.
How can Travellerzdezire assist you in applying Family Resident visa for UAE ?
Travellerzdezire have an extensive experience handling UAE Family Visas .Our Team will assist you in :
- Evaluate document requirement as per profile.
- Advise you on the required documentation as per the visa type.
- Fill out the application forms
- Assistance in UAE Embassy attestation for documents .
- Assist in medical appointments if required .
- Review your documents for the visa application
We are here to answer your frequently asked questions
Yes , Attested marriage and birth certificate is mandatory supporting document while applying for a resident visa to UAE. We can assist you for embassy attestation on required documents .
Yes, but only under special conditions with higher salary and insurance.
No, only salary matters now. Any foreign worker who meets the minimum salary threshold can now sponsor their family members, regardless of their job title or professional category.
Yes, after getting a work permit from MOHRE.
Usually within 5-7 working days if documents are correct as per requirement.
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- Ministry of Foreign Affair,UAE – https://www.mofa.gov.ae/en/missions/new-delhi
- General Directorate for Identity and Foreigners Affair , UAE : https://www.gdrfad.gov.ae/en/
- Federal Authority of Identity,Citizenship,Customs & Port Security : https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/
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