UAE residence visa holders can sponsor their spouse and family. Here is the complete 2026 guide to UAE family and partner visa sponsorship.
In this guide:
Who Can Sponsor a Spouse Visa in UAE
- Eligibility: UAE residency visa holder with minimum AED 4,000/month salary OR AED 3,000/month salary with provided accommodation
- Male and female: Both can sponsor spouses; UAE law changed to allow female sponsors
- Company owner: Free zone investor visa holders can sponsor spouses if company is active
Spouse Visa Documents
- Sponsor passport and Emirates ID
- Spouse passport (valid 6+ months)
- Original marriage certificate: Attested by UAE embassy or apostilled from home country
- Sponsor residence visa copy
- Health insurance for spouse (mandatory for Dubai)
Marriage Certificate Attestation
- Required: Marriage certificate must be legally attested to be recognized in UAE
- Process: Notary in home country → Foreign Ministry / Apostille → UAE Embassy in home country → UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Alternative: Some free zones and authorities accept apostilled certificates (Hague Convention countries)
Sponsor Visa Costs (2026)
- Spouse entry permit: AED 1,200-1,500
- Medical test: AED 300-700
- Emirates ID (spouse): AED 100-370
- Visa stamping: AED 500-800
- Health insurance: AED 600-2,000/year
- Total: AED 2,700-5,000 first year