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Can I sponsor my family on a UAE Golden Visa?

Asked by Anonymous·Jun 26, 2026·1 answers
A prospective Golden Visa holder wants to know whether their spouse and children can be included and on what terms.

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Jun 26, 2026
Yes, one of the central benefits of the UAE Golden Visa is the ability to sponsor family members. Holders can generally sponsor their spouse and children, and the family's residence is typically linked to the holder's long-term term rather than to a short employment permit, which gives the household more stability. Sponsorship of children is usually allowed without the age caps that apply to some ordinary residence visas, subject to the conditions in force, and in many cases parents can also be included. To add dependants you normally provide proof of relationship such as attested marriage and birth certificates, along with the standard residency and medical steps. The visa and its dependants are administered federally by ICP, with Dubai applications processed through GDRFA. Because the precise dependant rules, age conditions and required documents are set by the authorities and updated periodically, confirm the current family-sponsorship criteria on u.ae or ICP before applying. A verified UAE legal professional on LEXAI can help you prepare the documentation needed to add your family to a Golden Visa.
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