Can a woman sponsor her husband and children in the UAE?

Yes. A woman residing in the UAE can sponsor her husband and children, provided she meets the conditions set by the immigration authority. Historically this was restricted to certain professions, but the rules have been broadened so that a woman who meets the required minimum salary can sponsor her family regardless of profession, subject to the authority's assessment. Sponsorship is administered by the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICP) or, in Dubai, by GDRFA, and the documents required are similar to those for a male sponsor: a valid residence visa, an attested marriage certificate, attested birth certificates for children, qualifying health insurance, and proof of income and accommodation. The exact salary threshold is set by the authority and may differ from the threshold applied in other cases, so confirm the current figure on the official channel before applying. A typing centre or PRO can prepare and submit the file on your behalf. If you want to confirm your eligibility or handle attestation of foreign documents, you can compare verified UAE legal and immigration professionals on LEXAI.