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Can I sponsor my parents to live with me in the UAE long term?

Asked by Anonymous·Jun 10, 2026·1 answers
I'm a resident working in Abu Dhabi and my parents are getting older, so I'd like them to live with me permanently rather than visiting on short visas. I've heard the conditions around salary, housing, and insurance can be strict, but the information I find online contradicts itself. What usually applies, and is it realistic on a mid-level salary?

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Yes — UAE residents can sponsor their parents, but the conditions are stricter than for a spouse or children, and the visa is typically a one-year residence renewed annually. You must generally sponsor both parents together, show you are their sole means of support, meet a salary threshold noticeably higher than ordinary family sponsorship, provide suitable accommodation, and arrange health insurance — often the largest recurring cost. A refundable deposit per parent may be required depending on the emirate. Thresholds change from time to time, so check the current figure with the ICP or your emirate's residency authority, and budget for annual renewals and insurance before committing. Full step-by-step guide: Sponsoring your parents in the UAE.
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