How to Sponsor a Parent on UAE Residence Visa — Guide 2026
UAE residents can sponsor their parents on a UAE residence visa. Here is the complete 2026 guide for parent visa sponsorship.
In this guide:
UAE Parent Visa — Eligibility
- Sponsor requirement: UAE residency visa holder with minimum AED 20,000/month income
- Income proof: Must show salary or company income sufficient to support parents
- Parent relationship: Must prove parent-child relationship (birth certificate, family book)
Parent Visa Process
- Step 1: Gather documents — sponsor UAE ID, visa, birth certificate, parent passport
- Step 2: Attest birth certificate (if needed): Some countries require legal attestation
- Step 3: Apply for parent entry permit via ICP or through PRO service
- Step 4: Parent enters UAE on entry permit
- Step 5: Medical test for parent: Standard UAE visa medical
- Step 6: Emirates ID biometrics
- Step 7: Residence visa stamped and Emirates ID issued
Parent Visa Duration
- Duration: 1 year (typical); renewable annually
- Multiple-entry: Parent can travel in and out of UAE during the visa period
- Renewal: Must be renewed each year; requires sponsor to still meet income threshold
Parent Visa for Free Zone Company Owners
- Company owner as sponsor: If you have a UAE investor visa, you can sponsor parents
- Income proof: Company bank statements and audited accounts showing sufficient income
- Flexibility: Many free zone company owners successfully sponsor parents using company income