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UAE family visit visa: Costs, how to apply for free entry permits, all you need to know

This popular visa option is available for a 30 or 60-day stay, which can be extended within the country.

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If your loved ones are planning a trip to the UAE, here's a reminder: Tourists can apply for a family group visit visa, which is free of cost for children.

Under the scheme, children under the age of 18 can be granted a visa for free while usual charges apply to their parents.

“The application for this visa should be submitted along with either father’s or mother’s application,” said Subair Thekepurathvalappil, senior manager for inbound and outbound operations at Regal Tours Worldwide.

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Industry experts said several visitors had been opting for this entry permit.

“A family group visit visa is more convenient and cost-effective for families, given that there is no visa fee for children under the age of 18,” Subair said, adding that there are no restrictions on the number of children who can apply for the permit.

The free visa is also applicable even to children who are travelling with just one parent, he explained. It is available for a 30- or 60-day stay, which can be extended within the country.

With the festive season just around the corner, several family group visit visas are being issued every day — particularly to Indians who wish to celebrate Diwali in Dubai, said Firoz Maliyakkal, founder and CEO of Tahira Tours and Travels.

This visa, however, is not new. It was introduced two years ago and has since been a popular option for visitors from around the world.

How to apply

• A family will have to submit copies of their passports and photos — all at once — to a travel agency.
• Fees are paid. Note that though the visa is free for children, travel agent service charges and insurance fees will apply.
• The agency then processes the application.
• The visa is usually issued in a day or two.
• Visa fee for parents, along with the service charge for children, may vary depending on the travel agency.
• A 30-day visa for a parent ranges from Dh350 to Dh500.
• Service charge and insurance for a child range between Dh80 and Dh120.
• A 60-day visa will cost Dh500 to Dh650, while the service charge, including insurance, may vary from Dh130 to Dh170.

Requirements

• Passport copy
• Passport-sized photograph

Extension policy

Experts say the family visa can be extended without exiting the country, “however, a full visa fee has to be paid for children. The extension within the country is not free for children", said Subair.

“Visitors can extend the family visa for up to 120 days without exiting the country,” he added.

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How to sponsor your family in the UAE – A complete guide

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The UAE population, especially its workforce, mainly consists of expatriates. The latest visa regulations simplify the UAE family sponsorship process, provided sponsors fall under a specified income bracket. This handy guide on sponsoring family members in the UAE can help you understand the rules and procedures for obtaining residency for your dependents. So, let’s take a look.

Please note that immigration rules in the UAE are subject to change. We will update our article if and when new laws are introduced, or any announcements are made. Also, note that we’ve only provided an overview of the process; you can visit Amer or GDRFA’s official website(s) for specific information about UAE sponsor visa .

UAE FAMILY VISA – AN OVERVIEW

In 2022, the UAE government announced major changes to its visa policy. Among the changes announced were amendments to the family sponsorship policy for expatriates in the UAE. After changes in rules for a family visa in the UAE, the government announced that residents could sponsor their sons up to 25 years of age.

UAE FAMILY VISA RULES

The family visa UAE rules state that the educational background or profession will not be a condition based on which family visas will be handed out.

Instead, the income of the residents looking to sponsor their family visas will be considered. So, regardless of your job designation, you can sponsor family members if you have the financial means and a valid visa. However, before taking the plunge, check your UAE visa status to know whether you can sponsor your loved ones.

Before the UAE family sponsorship policy amendment of 2019, only individuals from certain professions could sponsor family members. Since 2019, any male residents employed in the UAE can sponsor their immediate family members, such as their wives and children, with a minimum salary of AED 4,000 or AED 3,000 plus accommodation.

The conditions are slightly different for female residents in Abu Dhabi looking to sponsor their families. A woman should have a valid work visa, and her monthly salary should be at least AED 5,000.

In Dubai, a woman’s salary should be at least AED 4,000 to sponsor her family. She is also required to get her request approved by the GDFRA.

RESIDENCY VISA RULES FOR CHILDREN SPONSORED BY PARENTS

After amendments to family visa Dubai rules in 2022, expats can sponsor male children up to the age of 25. The UAE family visa rules remained unchanged for daughters. There is no age limit on how long parents can sponsor their daughters – they can be sponsored until they get married.

A bonus for this type of visa is that parents will not have to make bank deposits of AED 5,000. The new family visa UAE price will be AED 100 for first-time issuance and renewal.

Children with disabilities will be granted a residence permit permanently, irrespective of their age. Moreover, Green visa residence holders can sponsor any first-degree relatives. The residency of family members will be for the same period as the sponsor residence holder.

The visa for family in UAE regulations have been well received since they were amended and announced in 2022. The new rules continue to contribute to the stability of the UAE’s economy while building a cohesive environment for individuals to start a family in the UAE. 

FAMILY VISA UAE REQUIREMENTS

Let’s take a brief look at family visa UAE requirements you need to fulfill before starting the process.

SPOUSE VISA

If you want to apply for spouse visa for Dubai, here are the requirements you’ll need to fulfill.

• Sponsoring wife: The resident must show proof of the relationship through a marriage certificate (in Arabic) and meet the eligibility criteria mentioned above to sponsor their wife.
• Sponsoring two wives: Male sponsors may be granted permission to sponsor two wives, given they meet the rules and regulations set by GDRFA.

SPONSORING CHILDREN

The requirements for obtaining a UAE residence visa for a child are slightly different for sons, daughters and stepchildren. 

• Sponsoring daughters: Residents can only sponsor daughters if they are unmarried.
• There’s no age limit restriction to sponsor sons with special needs.
• Sponsoring newborns: If your baby is born in the UAE, a residence visa must be applied for, within 120 days of birth. Failure to do so can lead to fines.
• Sponsoring stepchildren: This is possible, given the sponsors submit a deposit for each child and a no-objection certificate from the biological parent. The government grants a residence visa for step-children for one year, but it can be renewed annually. 
• Single or married women can also sponsor their children if they follow the stipulations set by GDRFA for single or married mothers to sponsor children .

SPONSORING PARENTS IN THE UAE

• The sponsor must obtain a medical insurance policy for the parents, which must be renewed each year.
• If you want to sponsor your parents for a year’s stay, you must also pay a deposit for each parent. 
• As per the GDRFA, you must sponsor both parents together, with proof that you are their sole support and they have nobody to look after back home.
• If one of your parents has passed away or is divorced, you must show the official documents as proof or justification of sponsoring only one parent.
• The minimum salary required to sponsor a family of five is AED 10,000 and AED 15,000 for a family of six.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR FAMILY VISA

Any expatriate with a valid residency permit can sponsor their family, per the UAE’s updated family visa rules .

SALARY CRITERIA TO SPONSOR VISA FOR FAMILY IN UAE

• The minimum salary for sponsoring your spouse or children in Dubai/UAE is AED 4,000 or AED 3,000 plus accommodation for male sponsors. There is no longer restriction on the applicant’s profession as long as the salary benchmark is met.
• Wives can also sponsor their husbands in the UAE.
• There are no occupational limitations for sponsoring a family in Dubai.
• Husbands sponsored by their wives can also apply for work permits in Dubai/UAE .
• A mother can sponsor her kids in special cases approved and verified by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship and Ports Security (UAE ICP).
• As per the resolution approved by the UAE Cabinet in January 2021, foreign students studying in universities in the UAE can also sponsor their families. However, those sponsoring their family members in the UAE as a student must have a suitable housing option.

You can download the UAEICP official app for both Apple and Andriod for a hassle-free process.

MEDICAL FITNESS FAMILY VISA UAE REQUIREMENTS

• The UAE government grants and renews residence visas in the UAE for individuals 18 years old and above only after taking a medical fitness test at a government-approved health centre. This involves a blood test and an X-ray. Dependents may also be tested for other health conditions.
• If a person is declared medically unfit, they will not be given a visa. 
• Those detected with inactive or dormant pulmonary tuberculosis are  “considered medically fit” and will be given a one-year ‘Health Fitness Certificate for Residence’. This certificate will be contingent on the applicant’s treatment and follow-up check-up by the Department of Preventive Medicine (or any equivalent government health authority).
• Here is how you can check DHA medical fitness result online .

DURATION OF SPONSORSHIP AND TIME LIMIT

• When sponsoring your spouse, children or parents, you have a 90-day window to apply for their residence visa in the UAE after arriving there.
• Upon arrival, they are provided with an entry permit. The sponsor has 60 days to convert this permit into a valid residence visa. To learn more, refer to our blog outlining the differences between entry permits and residence visas .
• In emirates other than Dubai, the entry permit is known as “Tasheera”. You can obtain this online or from a typing centre. 
• You can also sponsor your parents. The residence visa will be given to parents on an annual basis, irrespective of the duration of your visa.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

To sponsor a family member in Dubai, you must submit certain documents. We’ve categorised the required documents to help you in the process.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR THE SPONSOR

• Residence visa copies
• NOC letter from the father in case the mother is the sponsor for boys below 18 years and girls below 21 years (attested by the notary public)
• In case the father is the sponsor, proof of the mother’s status (copy of her residence or Emirates ID)

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE DEPENDENT CHILDREN OR PARENTS

• Scan copy of the applicant’s passport (passport should be valid for more than 6 months)
• Scan copy of previous residence visa (if applicable)
• In case a birth certificate is not available, you can get a letter from your consulate to prove the relationship attested by MOFA and translated into Arabic
• The confirmation must be from the consulate
• A digital photo as per ICP’s specifications
• Applicants from Iran, Pakistan, Iraq, Afghanistan and Libya should bring their National ID card
• Father’s unmarried undertake letter must be signed while you’re applying for the application via the online portal

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR SPOUSE

• The marriage certificate must be legalised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the UAE Embassy in the country of origin.
• Applicants from Iran, Pakistan, Iraq, Afghanistan and Libya should bring their National ID cards.

VISA FOR FAMILY IN UAE VALIDITY AND RENEWAL

• The validity of the visa is for up to two to three years.
• If the sponsor’s visa lasts three years, the sponsored relatives will likely get the same duration. This excludes parents and adult sons who get a residence visa in the UAE for one year. Likewise, if the sponsor’s visa is cancelled, the dependents’ visas will also be cancelled.
• When the dependent’s residence visa expires or gets cancelled, they have 30 days to obtain a new permit. If the sponsor fails to renew the visa of his dependents, the dependents will be deemed “illegal residents”. They may also have to pay an overstay fine. Here is how you can check fine for over stay in the UAE .

FAMILY VISA COST

Here’s a look at family visa cost in Dubai.

Please note that the family visa cost in Dubai is subject to change. To know the cost of a specific service, visit Amer’s official website.

FAQS ABOUT FAMILY VISA

What is the family visa price in dubai is it different for every emirate.

The family visa price in Dubai is the same as in the rest of the country. Please refer to the table above for the family visa cost in Dubai.

CAN I PAY FAMILY VISA CHARGES IN DUBAI ONLINE?

Yes, generally, when applying for visas, you can pay via your debit or credit card. So, once you have completed the application, family visa charges in Dubai can be paid online. You can also check your visa status online using via official website .

CAN HUSBANDS SPONSORED BY WIVES WORK IN THE UAE?

According to UAE Family Visa Rules 2021, men sponsored by wives now qualify for UAE work permits .

WHO CAN SPONSOR A FAMILY IN THE UAE?

Those who meet the minimum salary requirements and have a valid UAE residence visa can sponsor their families.

CAN A DUBAI FREELANCER SPONSOR A FAMILY IN THE UAE?

Yes, a freelance visa Dubai allows the holders to sponsor their families.

WHAT IS THE PROCESS TIME FOR SPONSORING FAMILY MEMBERS IN THE UAE?

Generally, the processing time is two to three weeks. However, it can vary from case to case.

HOW MUCH DOES THE DEPENDENT VISA COST IN DUBAI?

Dependent visa cost in Dubai or family visa cost depends on the duration of the visa. For instance, a new dependent visa above 18 years costs AED 7,032.25 when the sponsor has a 2-year investor visa. Please refer to the table above for further details.

WHAT IS THE PROCESS TO SPONSOR A MAID IN THE UAE?

You must follow the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) protocols to sponsor a maid in Dubai .

IS THERE A VISA CANCELLATION FEE?

Yes, dependent visa cancellation in UAE will cost you around AED 120.

If you’re coming to the UAE soon, you must know the UAE tourist and residency visa rules. You can also refer to our FAQs on moving to Dubai to help you prepare.

The government can update laws regarding visas periodically. So, it is best to keep yourself updated about the new UAE visa rules for clarity.

If you are planning to leave the country, here’s the UAE residence visa cancellation process . The process is fairly simple, and you don’t need any assistance to get it done. For confirmation, you can check your UAE visa status online .

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What is a Family Visa UAE

A family visa UAE is an immigration document for families moving to the United Arab Emirates. It is also a family residency visa that permits members of a resident’s family to remain and work inside the UAE. Family members, including spouses, children, and parents, of the principal visa holder are eligible for the renewable visa.

Family Visa UAE Rules & Requirements

A family visit visa is granted for relatives, parents, and children of a UAE resident or citizen. To be eligible for a UAE family visit visa, you have to fulfil the UAE family visa requirements as below:

• You must be a UAE resident with a valid residence visa.
• Male sponsors: a minimum salary of AED 4,000 per month or AED 3,000 with accommodation provided by the employer.
• Female sponsors: a minimum salary of AED 4,000   with accommodation provided by the employer.
• Must have a tenancy contract for male sponsors.
• A valid health insurance.

How to Apply Family Visa in UAE

You will need to go through a relatively simple procedure to apply for family visas either online or by visiting the embassy in person. If your family is already here in the UAE, you will have to apply for a change of status. If your family is outside the UAE, follow these steps:

• Get an entry permit :
• Collect the required documents – you will find them illustrated below 
• After collecting these various documents, you are ready to submit the application. A family visit visa is applied through the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) or any Emirates.

UAE approves sponsoring family members with fewer restrictions now .  The process is straightforward and simple. You can apply for the entry permit through the following online channels:

• GDRFA website – Family Visa Dubai 
• TAMM website – Family Visa Abu Dhabi
• Dubai Now App

Document Required for Family Visa in UAE

You can apply for a family visa UAE online through the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) website. The online application process is simple and convenient, and you can track the status of your application online. The documents required for the application are listed below as mentioned in the residence visa for family members requirements governmental website. 

• Passport copies of the sponsored family member’s (valid for six months)
• Original 6-month company or personal bank statement of the company – for employer or investor.
• Original Emirates ID of the sponsor.
• Coloured copy of the trade licence – for an investor or employer.
• Insurance copy of the sponsor.
• A medical certificate of good health for the wife and children who are older than 18.
• Latest utility bills under the name of the sponsor.
• The original marriage certificate was attested in the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, UAE Embassy, or Consulate in the home country.
• 4 Passport-size pictures of the spouse and children with a white background.
• Memorandum & Articles of Association copy of the company – for an investor or employer.

UAE Family Visa Fees

The family visa UAE price varies depending on the emirate and the type of visa. According to the Dubai government website, the fees for a family visa in Dubai are as follows:

• File opening: AED 200
• Entry permit: AED 100
• Residence visa: AED 310
• Medical fitness test: AED 420
• Emirates ID: AED 370

Meanwhile for the duration of the extension and which emirate is involved. The rates are subject to change and may vary slightly depending on the technological advances adopted by the UAE. However, The total renewal rates for a UAE family visa are as follows:

The cost of a family residence visa in the UAE varies. For a 3-year visa, it costs around AED 3,750 without insurance and approximately AED 5,522 with insurance.

Additionally, the issuance or renewal fee for a 3-year residence visa for a wife and children is about AED 439.9, but this amount may change.

Family visas come in three main types. 1-year, a 2-year, and a 3-year visa. All of them are linked to the sponsor’s job contract.

The longest family visa is a 5-year visa for UAE citizens to bring their family members with foreign passports.

Yes. Sponsors can renew the family visa for their loved ones for 30 extra days by merely paying fees.

Yes, If you are a spouse, parent, or child of a UAE citizen and you hold a foreign passport.

• Male sponsors: a minimum monthly income of AED 3,000 or AED 4,000 with accommodation provided is necessary. 

To apply for a 90-day visit visa for a family member or friend in the UAE, you need to submit certain documents. These include a recent, colored passport-size photo of the friend or relative, and evidence of kinship, such as a marriage or birth certificate, if you are sponsoring a family member.

In conclusion, the family visa process in UAE can be done smoothly and conveniently. Sponsors must meet the eligibility criteria and fulfill the required documents. They can bring their direct family members to join them in the UAE. Visit our Property Finder blog to explore more UAE-related topics, such as Maid Visa and Freelance Visa in Dubai.

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If you are living in the UAE with an investor or work visa and intend to bring your family or parents to the country, it is crucial to prepare the required documents and consider specific accommodation requirements in advance.

In this article, we will outline the key points you need to be aware of to ensure a smooth and hassle-free family relocation to the UAE.

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Requirements, terms, and prices

The necessary documents depend on the family members you plan to sponsor. In the UAE, family visas can be obtained for:

• Spouse (Muslims can sponsor up to two spouses)
• Children below a certain age (biological and adopted)
• Your parents or your spouse's parents
• Minor siblings
• Grandchildren (with grandparents as sponsors)
• Immediate family members of students attending UAE universities

In the following sections, we will discuss the main cases from full family to single-parent families and the peculiarities of parental sponsorship.

Sponsoring a spouse and children

In this section, we will provide information on the documents required for UAE family visas for spouses and children.

Case 1: Full family with children. Sponsor - husband

• Sponsor's residency visa
• Sponsor's Emirates ID
• Photocopy of sponsor's passport
• Job Contract or Salary Certificate issued not earlier than one month before the application. In the Mainland, it is issued by the employer; in a free zone, it is issued by the free zone itself.
• Marriage Certificate (Muslims with mosque-registered marriages must obtain state marriage certificates)
• Birth certificates for children
• Photocopies of wife and children's passports
• Photographs of wife and children
• Registered lease or property purchase agreement with Ejari
• Proof of legal guardianship for foster children (typically a court order)
• Medical insurance certificates for wife and children (not mandatory for visa application but recommended for staying in the UAE)

Case 2: Full family with children. Sponsor - wife

When the wife is the family visa sponsor, an additional document is required: the father's permission. This is a standard No Objection Certificate (NOC), issued by a notary at the Dubai Court. Note that the father's permission for the child to travel abroad is insufficient.

Case 3: Father with his children

A father relocating to the UAE with his children without their mother can obtain family visas for the children without the wife's consent.

Case 4: Mother with children

When a mother and her children move to the UAE, the children will require their father's permission (NOC), the father's death certificate (if he is not alive), or a court certificate stating the mother is the sole custodian of the children to obtain family visas. In this case, the father's permission for the children to travel abroad is not sufficient.

Sponsoring parents

In addition to preparing the standard documents listed above, there are certain additional requirements in order to obtain family visas for parents:

1. Mandatory insurance

The older the parent, the more expensive the insurance will be. There is no age limit for family visas.

2. Mandatory sponsorship of both parents

You cannot sponsor only the father or only the mother, as long as both parents are alive. If the parents are divorced, proof of divorce or death of either parent is required.

3. Separate room for parents

Rented or owned accommodation in the UAE must provide a separate room for parents. Therefore studios or one bedroom apartments are not suitable.

4. Minimum wage requirement of the sponsor

In order to sponsor parents, the salary of the sponsor must be at least AED 20,000.

A deposit of AED 3,000 is required for each parent, regardless of the sponsor's visa type (investor or worker). 

6. Providing proof of parental status and marriage

It is necessary to add to the package of necessary documents the Marriage Certificate of the parents as well as the Birth Certificate of the sponsor proving that they are their parents or parents of the spouse.

Before coming to the UAE, it is necessary to legalize all documents that will be required in the Emirates, such as children's birth certificates, your marriage certificate or diploma. Legalization of documents means their certification by the relevant state authorities in the country of issue.

Important! Each document shall be legalized in the country of issue! In the UAE this can be done through the Consulate General of your country in the UAE, but it will require a power of attorney and will take a longer time! Therefore, we recommend you to legalize the necessary documents while you are still in your country.

Since the UAE has not acceded to the 1961 Hague Convention, legalization of documents involves consular procedures.

Step-by-step instructions for legalizing documents in the country of issue:

• Prepare notarized copies of documents for legalization.
• Translate the copies into Arabic and have the translator's signature notarized. An English translation is also recommended, but Arabic remains the main language.
• Have the notary's signature and seal certified by the Ministry of Justice in your country.
• Sign the seal of the Ministry of Justice and the signature of the official at the Consular Department of your country's Foreign Ministry.
• Have the signature and seal of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs witnessed at the UAE Consulate.

It is possible to apply for family visas when the family is still at home as well as when they have already arrived in the UAE. The procedure in both cases is the same, namely:

• Collection of documents.
• Applying for an Entry Permit. The sponsor needs to come to Dubai AMER Center with the package of documents and original Emirates ID. Generally, the permit is ready within five business days.
• Changing visa status If family members are already in the UAE on tourist visas, their visa status is changed from tourist to resident. If they are not in the country, they have 60 days under this permit to enter the UAE and apply for a family visa. If they do not manage to complete the procedure within 60 days, they have to obtain Entry Permit again.
• Medical examination and fingerprinting (take the 16 years old and over)
• Applying for an Emirates ID
• Making deposit for sponsored persons If the sponsor has an investor visa, then he/she should make a deposit at the rate of 3,000 AED for each sponsored family member. In the case of sponsoring parents, the deposit is due regardless of visa type.
• Obtaining a Visa Sticker A Visa Sticker will be mailed as proof of residency status in the UAE. Keep it as it will be required along with your Emirates ID in the future. Note that the physical visa stamp is no longer placed in your passport. With this sticker you can leave the country if necessary. It is not necessary to wait for Emirates ID. You can get it later.
• Getting an Emirates ID card Within a week after receiving the Visa Sticker, the Emirates ID card itself will be ready, and the person becomes a full-fledged resident of the UAE.

The cost of obtaining a family visa in 2024 broken down by service:

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Benefits of UAE family visa

• Living in the UAE with your family including parents
• Work permit for your spouse
• Opening a bank account for your spouse
• Children can study in the UAE schools
• Access to the UAE healthcare for the whole family
• Other UAE residency status benefits

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What is legalization of documents?

Legalization of documents is an official certification of documents by the state authorities of the country of issue: notary, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Foreign Affairs with following certification by a UAE Consulate.

How to legalize documents for the UAE?

• Legalization of documents for the UAE in both English and Arabic languages can be made at the Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Foreign Affairs with following certification at the UAE Consulate in your country.
• Also the legalization of documents can be done through the Consulate of your country directly in the Emirates. However, in this case a power of attorney will be needed for a person who will certify the documents in your country and then send them to the Emirates. Legalization will take much longer.
• In some cases documents translated into Arabic or English can be certified in the AMER Center in Dubai.

Important! If the document is translated by a notary, it is not always a 100% guarantee that it will be accepted in the UAE.

Is there an apostille in the UAE?

There is no apostille in the UAE. The UAE has not acceded to the 1961 Hague Convention, which simplified the legalization of documents by certifying them with an apostille.

Can we get a family visa if we are not officially married?

No. In order to apply for a family visa it is required to have all papers showing that you are married or have custody of children. All documents must be legalized.

Can I work if I have a family visa under my husband's sponsorship?

Yes, you can get a job and even open a bank account based on your husband's documents (proof of origin of funds and spouse's bank account statement). It may be noted that employers are very willing to hire in such a case, as they do not have to pay for your visa. Sometimes a husband's permission (NOC certificate) and an Labour card may be required.

Can a wife sponsor her husband and children?

Yes, a wife can sponsor family visas as well as her husband. The only difference will be the minimum wage of AED 10,000.

How much is the insurance?

The amount of insurance depends on the state of health, the age of the person being insured, and the coverage desired. The cost ranges from AED 2,000 to AED 25,000 per year.

Who can be sponsored and up to what age?

• Daughters can be sponsored up to any age as long as they are not married.
• Sons can be sponsored up to the age of 25 (if they are students). If not students, up to age 18.
• Disabled children of either sex can be sponsored up to any age.
• Minor siblings.
• You can sponsor your parents and your spouse's parents.
• Grandparents can sponsor their grandchildren.
• UAE university students can sponsor their family.

What are the minimum salary requirements for a sponsor?

If the man sponsors his own family, his salary must be at least AED 5,000. If he is sponsoring his parents or his spouse's parents, 20,000 AED.

If the woman is sponsoring her family, she should have at least AED 10,000 in salary. If she is sponsoring her parents or her husband's parents, then the amount must also be at least AED 20,000.

How long is the family visa valid for?

A dependent visa is granted for the same duration as that of the sponsor's visa. For instance, if you obtain a two-year visa and apply for dependent visas for your spouse and children six months later, their visas will be valid for two years from the date of issuance, not from the start date of your visa. If needed, you can cancel your spouse's and children's visas when your own visa expires. Family visas for parents, on the other hand, are issued for one year and require annual renewal.

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What are the documents required to apply for property investors Family Visa?

Along with your application, the following paperwork is required to sponsor a family in Dubai:

Required Documents of Sponsor Required Documents of Sponsor

• Sponsor’s passport + residence Visa copies.
• NOC letter from the father, attested by the notary public (in case the mother is the sponsor) for boys below 18 years and girls below 21 years.
• If the father is the sponsor, he must provide proof of the mother’s status by attaching a copy of her residence or Emirates ID.

Required Documents of Dependent

• Clear Scan color copy of the applicant’s passport (Passport valid more than 6 months).
• Clear scan color copy of the previous residence visa (If applicable).
• If the birth certificate is not available, you may get a letter from your consulate to prove the relationship attested by MOFA and translated to Arabic.
• The confirmation must be from the consulate, starting the letter with “This is to confirm, or This is to clarify.”
• A high-quality applicant digital photo that matches the ICP specifications(Note: Please find the personal photo guidelines to be followed set by Federal Authority for Identity Citizenship, Customs & Port Security here .)
• Applicants from the following countries Must Bring their National ID (IRAN – PAKISTAN – IRAQ – LIBYA – AFGHANISTAN).
• As per the new rules of GDRFA department, Boys are entitled for 2 years instead of 1 year till they will complete 25 years old. Ineligible for renewal after 25 years.
• For the daughters, sponsor can sponsor his daughter as long as she is not marriage whatever is her age.
• Son or daughter over the age of 18. The father’s unmarried undertake letter must be signed while you’re applying for the application via online portal.

The property owner visa holders (10 years ) along with the retirement visa holders (5 years) can sponsor their dependents (boys & girls) for the same duration as the sponsor’s visa validity as long as they’re not married.

• Regarding the consulate’s embassies letter for the dependent’s relationship, they must mention the mother’s name along with the father’s name in the same letter, otherwise, they will not approve the application.

Required Documents of Husband/ Wife

• If the marriage certificate is not available, you may get a letter from your consulate to prove the relationship attested by MOFA and translated to Arabic.

As per GDRFA regulation, Medical insurance is compulsory for all residence permits applications. We can assist you to complete your medical insurance registration for you and your family.

You may choose one of the following options:

• DHA Basic Insurance
• Comprehensive Insurance

You can contact us through below contact details for registration or more information:

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Everything You Need to Know About Family Visa in Dubai, UAE.

Visitors of all nationalities can now apply for a family visa to the UAE. This golden visa allows people to enter and stay in the UAE

Thanks to the 10- year family golden Visa, families from other countries may now visit their loved ones in the UAE more regularly.

Benefits of Family Visa in UAE

A Family Visa in the UAE provides you and your loved ones with a lot of Benefits. Following are a few examples:

• Keep your family close: The UAE has provided its expats with a wonderful option to keep their families close and in the same country. This is only achievable with the golden 5-year family visa in the UAE.
• Long family stays outside the UAE: Families can stay away from the UAE for 6 months without their visas being canceled.

Extended Residency: The 10-year Golden Family Visa provides for more residency privileges than the others. This visa does not require renewed every two years.

Family Visa Cost In Dubai

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You may apply for a family Visa to Dubai through cube center at Dubai land department. Different documentation and requirements apply depending on whether you are sponsoring your children, spouse, parents, or stepchildren.

• The documents are listed on this page.
• To send documents to [email protected] for the verification.
• To apply online direct.
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NOTE: Please don’t visit DLD-Cube office as all the information along with the submission is online.

How many years of Family Visa will the dependent get?

The dependent will receive the same number of years as the sponsor. For example, if the sponsor holds a Visa valid for 10-years, the dependent will also be eligible for 10-years.

Family Visa Cost in Dubai - UAE

10 year family visa cost, 5 year family visa cost.

1 – Can I sponsor my stepchild with a 10-year family Visa in the UAE?

Yes, you can sponsor your stepchild with this golden Visa.

2 – What is the grace period in the UAE for renewing a 10-year family Visa?

After the Visas expire, residents of the UAE are given a grace period of 30 days to remain in the country. To avoid paying fines, the Visa must be renewed before the expiration of that time frame.

3 – Can a family Visa be applied for if the applicant is outside of the country?

Since his physical presence is necessary within the country during the completion of the residency proceedings and he is not allowed to travel during the procedure, it is not possible to apply for a family Visa if the person is outside of it.

Note: that only the applicant will be permitted entry to the DLD Cube Center; applications from other parties will not be accepted.

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Dubai: To be able to sponsor your family members in the UAE, you need to first make sure that you are on a residence visa in the country. This can be a work visa sponsored by your employer, or a self-sponsored visa like a Green Visa, Investor Visa, or Golden Visa.

Once you have your visa in place, you can then sponsor your family members. However, there are certain requirements you need to fulfil to be eligible for sponsoring your family members. Here are nine requirements to keep in mind:

1. Expatriate residents can sponsor their families to reside in the UAE if they have a valid residence permit/visa.

2. The sponsor must have a minimum salary of Dh4,000 or Dh3,000 plus accommodation. The type of profession is no longer a condition for an expatriate worker to be able to sponsor his family visas.

3. Male and female family members above the age of 18 need to undergo and pass medical fitness tests at approved health centres in the UAE. Medically unfit people will not be granted a residence visa. Residents who are detected with dormant or inactive pulmonary tuberculosis are also considered medically fit and are granted a one-year ‘Health Fitness Certificate for Residence’ subject to treatment and follow-up by the respective health authority.

4. A resident sponsor has 60 days to apply for his or her dependents’ residence visa after they enter the UAE under an entry permit. For babies born in the UAE, a residence visa must be applied for within 120 days of his or her birth.

5. To sponsor your parents, you need to sponsor both together. If the parents are divorced or a parent has passed away, related official documents would be needed as justification to sponsor only one of the parents.

6. When sponsoring parents, the residence visa will be granted on a yearly basis regardless of the duration of the sponsor’s visa. You also need to meet the salary requirement, as stipulated by the immigration department of the emirate that has issued your visa.

7. An expatriate resident can sponsor their daughter only if she is unmarried, with no restriction regarding her age.

8. A male or female resident can sponsor his or her son until he is 25 years old. If the son is a Person of Determination, he can be sponsored with no restrictions with regard towards his age.

9. An expatriate resident can sponsor his stepchildren, subject to the conditions stipulated by the emirate’s immigration department. For example, as per the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai’s (GDRFA-D) conditions, the sponsor needs to pay a deposit for each child and a written no-objection certificate (NOC) from the biological parent. Their residence visas are valid for one year, renewable annually.

Documents required to sponsor wife and children include:

• Application form - either online or through a registered typing office. • Passport copies of the wife and children. • Photos of the wife and children. • Medical clearance certificate of the wife and children above 18 years. • Copy of the sponsor’s employment contract or company contract. • Salary certificate from the employer stating the sponsor’s monthly salary. • Attested marriage certificate in Arabic or duly translated into Arabic by a certified translator . • Registered tenancy contract.

Cancellation

The family's residence permits are linked to the residence permit of the sponsoring family member. If the sponsoring family member’s visa is cancelled, it requires cancellation of the visas of the dependents.

Dependents are granted a six-month grace period from the date of expiry or cancellation of their visas to obtain a new residence permit. If the sponsor fails to renew or cancel the visa of his or her dependents, he or she could be liable to pay a fine.

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• Effective from 30 August 2021, tourist visa applications are open to travellers from all countries. Depending on a passenger's nationality, they can get a visa on arrival, or apply for a pre-arranged visit visa from Dubai Immigration before travel. Please reach out to The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs and?check your country’s latest travel advisory on outbound trips.
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Additional changes to entry, testing and quarantine requirements in response to the Omicron variant

There are temporary changes for all travellers, including Canadian citizens, regardless of their vaccination status.

Additional restrictions and requirements now apply to these countries:

• Botswana, Egypt, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, Zimbabwe

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Changes to border measures

New border measures include

• rules for re-entering Canada, if leaving for 72 hours or less
• who is considered fully vaccinated
• rules for travelling within Canada

Starting January 15, 2022, there will be new rules for who can enter Canada as an unvaccinated or partially vaccinated traveller.

Learn more about the new measures

Venezuelan passport holders

You may need to complete extra steps when you fill out your application .

If the printed expiry date on your Venezuelan passport has passed

If the printed expiry date has passed and you’re applying for a visitor visa, study permit, work permit or to extend your stay as a temporary resident in Canada, follow these steps:

• Add 5 years to the printed expiry date shown on your passport and enter it in the expiry date field of the application form.
• Include a letter of explanation with your application stating: “I am a Venezuelan national with a Venezuelan passport, which has been extended for 5 years”.

Warning: If your passport is still expired after adding 5 years to the printed expiry date, your passport is considered expired. You’re not eligible to submit an application with that passport.

Prepare documents and apply

The reason you’re traveling to Canada determines the way you apply and the documents you need to submit with your visa application.

Why are you applying for a visitor visa?

• To visit as a tourist
• To visit for business
• To visit your spouse or partner who has sponsored you for permanent residence

What is your family member’s status in Canada?

• Canadian citizen
• Person registered under Canada’s Indian Act
• Canadian permanent resident
• Temporary resident in Canada
• For compassionate reasons
• To join a vessel as a marine crew member (known as a “seafarer”)
• None of the above

Do you plan to visit your children or grandchildren for more than 6 months?

You may be eligible to apply for a Super Visa

A super visa lets you visit your children or grandchildren for 5 years at a time. It’s a visa that provides multiple entries for a period up to 10 years.

Find out how to apply for a Super Visa

Step 1 Gather documents

Gather these documents to submit with your visa application and bring when you travel.

About the documents listed

• Not all documents listed below are required—some are optional.
• This is not an exhaustive list of acceptable proof to support your visa application.
• Only submit the recommended documents that prove you’re eligible for a visa.
• Even if you submit all the documents listed, there is no guarantee that we’ll approve your application.
• We may request more information from you in addition to what is listed here.

Documents we accept:

• passports (regular, official or diplomatic)  from most countries (see exceptions below)
• alien’s passport for stateless persons
• US Permit to Re-Enter (Form I-327)
• US Refugee Travel Document (Form I-571)
• other refugee travel documents for non-citizens

Documents we don’t accept:

• any passport issued by Somalia
• non-machine-readable passports issued by the Czech Republic
• temporary passports issued by the Republic of South Africa
• provisional passports issued by Venezuela

A clear, colour copy of your valid passport or travel document that you’ll use to travel to Canada

If you have a passport, you must provide a copy of

• the page that shows your birth date and country of origin
• any pages with stamps, visas or markings

If you have a travel document, it must be issued by a government and include your

• date of birth
• document number
• citizenship or residency status
• expiry date (if applicable)

Submit this document with your visa application.

Family members or third parties who apply on behalf of the applicant need to complete this form.

Submit the completed form with your visa application.

Each applicant 18 years or older must complete this form.

Submit the completed form with your visa application

Documents needed depend on whether a child under 18 years of age will travel with only 1 parent, with a relative or friend or alone.

You may need to show

• a letter that authorizes the minor child to travel to Canada
• other documents, such as adoption papers or a custody decree, depending on if the minor child travels alone or not

Consult Minor children travelling to Canada .

Submit these with your visa application.

• Show the border services officer when you arrive in Canada.

If you’ve travelled to Canada or to other countries, this can show that you’ve been able to get a visa in the past.

Proof of this includes copies of previous visas in your passport.

Include a clear copy of 1 or more of the following:

• your previous passports and/or visas (used within the last 10 years to travel outside your country)
• entry and exit stamps
• study and/or work permits that indicate your duration outside of your country
• expired or valid visas

Submit this document with your visa application

Documents that show how long you plan to stay and what you’ll do in Canada

Include copies of any of the following:

• flight details
• hotel reservations
• registration for an event

This can help us understand if you have enough money to support yourself during your stay in Canada.

Bank name and contact This allows us to contact your bank or financial institution with questions.

Proof it is your account Your name and address on the statement show that the account is yours.

Account details At least 6 months of account details, including balances, helps us understand your financial situation.

Use this form if you want to allow Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to release your personal information to someone you choose.

The person you choose will be able to get information on your case file, such as the status of your application.

Business visitor

A clear, colour copy of your valid passport or travel document that you'll use to travel to Canada

Submit this with your visa application.

A clear copy of 1 or more of the following:

• study and/or work permits that indicate your duration outside your country

Copies of any of the following:

A letter from your employer can confirm that you have a stable job and will return to it. It can also show that your employer supports your visit to Canada.

The letter should be printed on your employer’s official letterhead.

The letter should include the following:

• date, no earlier than 3 months before you apply
• confirmation that you have a job with the employer
• your full name and date of birth
• date you started the job
• brief description of your job
• current salary
• contact information of your manager
• phone number
• email address
• employer information
• company name
• state or province
• Your manager or human resources contact should print their name and sign the letter.

A letter from a business or company in Canada

It can confirm that your purpose for visiting Canada is valid.

A copy of the letter from the business or company inviting you to Canada

• The letter must be written to you from the business or company.

Consult the details to include in the letter .

Visit your spouse or partner who sponsored you for permanent residence

Proof of your relationship with the person or family member inviting you to Canada

This can include a copy of

• a marriage certificate
• Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union (IMM5409)
• a birth certificate
• an official document naming you as a parent

Each applicant 18 years and older must complete this form.

The documents needed depend on whether a child under 18 years of age will travel with only 1 parent, with a relative or friend, or alone.

• other documents, such as adoption papers or a custody decree, depending on whether the minor child travels alone

Consult Minor children travelling to Canada

A letter written by your family member in Canada

A copy of the letter from the family member inviting you to Canada

• The letter must be written to you from your family member.
• current Salary

Complete the form that declares you and your partner are in a common-law relationship. Also provide proof that you and your common-law partner have combined your affairs and set up a household together.

What is a common-law partner?

Proof can include

• joint bank accounts or credit cards
• joint ownership of a home
• joint residential leases
• joint rental receipts
• joint utilities (electricity, gas, telephone)
• joint management of household expenses
• proof of joint purchases, especially for household items
• mail addressed to either person or both people at the same address

Faster visitor visa processing for spousal applicants

If you’re being sponsored for permanent residence (PR) by your spouse or partner, you could benefit from faster processing for a visitor visa.

You may be eligible if you

• submitted an application to be sponsored for permanent residence
• received an acknowledgement of receipt (AOR) that confirms the application is in progress

Applications that need more information, for example custody documents for a child, will take longer to process.

When your sponsor receives the AOR for your permanent residence application, you can apply for a visitor visa. If you’re eligible, your visitor visa application will automatically receive faster processing. You don’t need to request it.

You must still meet all of the requirements to be eligible for a visitor visa .

Visit family (Canadian citizen, person registered under Canada’s Indian Act, or permanent resident of Canada)

Submit with visa application

Visit children or grandchildren Super visa option

Submit this with your visa or super visa application.

For super visa applicants only

Proof that medical insurance for at least $100,000 coverage has been purchased from a Canadian insurance company.

A copy of the insurance certificate or policy you received for medical insurance coverage for 1 year with a Canadian insurance company.

Submit this with your super visa application.

Documents that show that the super visa applicant’s child or grandchild meets the low income cut-off minimum.

Submit one of the following documents:

• If the child or grandchild does not have a paper copy of their notice of assessment on file, they can view and print their tax returns as well as other personal tax information using the Canada Revenue Agency My Account online service.
• a copy of the child’s or grandchild’s most recent T4 or T1
• an original letter from the child’s or grandchild’s employer stating their job title, job description and salary
• a letter from an accountant confirming the child’s or grandchild’s annual income, if they are self-employed.
• proof of other sources of income (pension statement, investments, etc.)

A document confirming that you had an  immigration medical exam (IME)

The exam must conducted by a panel physician authorized by IRCC.

Get complete details about how to get a medical exam with a panel physician.

Submit this with your super visa application, or wait for instructions from the visa office.

Visit family (temporary resident of Canada)

A letter written by your family in Canada

Documents that show how long you plan to stay and what you’ll do once in Canada

Visit for compassionate reasons

A clear, colour copy of your valid passport or travel document that you'll use to travel to Canada.

• Show the border services officer when you arrive in Canada

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A copy of the letter from the person or business inviting you to Canada

• registration for an event.

Please indicate clearly if family members will accompany you to Canada.

Submit the following documents with your visa application:

• digital copy of Seaman’s Book
• digital copy of a signed Letter of Invitation from a ship or port agent in Canada
• digital copy of an Introduction Letter from recruiter shipping agency or vessel owner
• digital copy of the employment contract

Step 2 Apply through the IRCC Portal

Step 2 apply.

To apply for a visitor visa to visit Canada on business, you need to qualify as a business visitor.

To qualify, you must show that:

• you plan to stay for less than 6 months
• you don’t plan to enter the Canadian labour market
• your main place of business and source of income and profits is outside Canada

Business visitor activities include business meetings, special events or training for a few days or weeks.

If your meeting, event or conference is registered with us, include the event code in your application. You should get this code from the organizer.

Note: If you plan to stay for more than 6 months, or if you plan to work in Canada, you may be considered a temporary worker and have to  apply for a work permit .

To apply online, you need a scanner or camera to create electronic copies of your documents, and a valid credit or debit card.

Read the instruction guide before you complete your application. As an online applicant, you can ignore steps 3 and 4 of the guide (paying the fees and submitting your application).

If you’re applying for the first time , you must pay the biometrics fee when you submit your application (unless you’re exempt). Otherwise, you may experience delays.

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To apply for a visitor visa to join a vessel as a marine crew member (seafarer) , you must

• be travelling to Canada to join a ship’s crew
• hold a seafarer’s identity document
• hold a valid passport or travel document
• have proof of employment on a vessel at a Canadian port

As a seafarer, you’re not eligible for a transit visa and you must apply for a visitor visa (temporary resident visa).

Note: When asked to “Tell us more about what you’ll do in Canada”, include “Join vessel” or “Seafarer”.

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If you need a visitor visa to travel to Canada, you must apply online for one. Only online applications will be accepted and processed. However, you can apply on paper if:

• you can’t apply online because of a disability or
• you’re travelling with an identity or travel document that was issued to a refugee, a stateless person or a non-citizen

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UAE implements stricter entry requirements for tourists

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently made some changes to their tourist entry requirements. Here’s what you need to be aware of…

Visitors to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will now need to heed specific entry requirements before visiting the country on a tourist visa.

This is the first time that UAE authorities have implemented such strict measures for international travellers.

Among these requirements, tourists will now have to provide proof of sufficient funds for expenses in cash or on a credit/debit card.

These new stricter policies were carried out to deter jobseekers from entering the country on a tourist visa with no intention of leaving ,  Visaguide.news reports.

What are the new requirements to enter the UAE?

According to Travel News , tourists will need to be aware of the following before booking their ticket to the UAE:

• Visitors will have to provide hotel booking documents and a return air ticket.
• Visitors to relatives or friends will need to provide copies of their visa and passport, as well as their address, phone number, and accommodation details.
• Visitors must show evidence of sufficient funds for expenses.

These funds are specific and tourists entering with a one-month visa must have at least Dh3 000 or R15 340 in cash or on a credit/debit card.

Tourists entering with a three-month visa will have to show an amount of Dh5 000 or R25 567 for expenses.

It was also revealed that passengers may be asked about their documentation and purpose of visiting and if adequate reasons are not given, they may be denied entry into the country.

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If you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to sponsor a family member for a Permanent Resident Card (Green Card). Learn about the process and who is eligible.

Categories of people eligible for family immigrant visas

Applying for a family-based immigrant visa is the first step in the process for the person you are sponsoring to become a permanent resident. There are two categories of this type of visa:

Immediate relative visas

These visas are for close relatives of U.S. citizens, such as spouses, unmarried children under 21, or parents. An unlimited number of visas are available for this visa category. These visas include:

• IR1 and CR1 for spouses
• IR2 for children
• IR5 for parents

Family preference visas

A limited number of family preference visas are set aside each year for:

• F1 visas unmarried children who are 21 years of age or older
• F3 visas for married children
• F4 visas for siblings
• F2A visas for spouses and unmarried children under age 21
• F2B visas for unmarried children who are 21 years of age or older

Check the U.S. Department of State’s chart of immigrant visa categories to learn more about each category of immediate relative and family sponsored visas .

How to apply for permanent residency for a family member

To sponsor your family member, submit a United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Form I-130 . Each person you sponsor needs a separate Form I-130. You can submit the form online or by mail.

The process for your relative to immigrate to the U.S. requires that both you, as the sponsor, and your relative, as the visa applicant, complete the necessary steps.

The process is different depending on whether your family member is already in the U.S. or abroad.

• If your family member is in the U.S. - Learn about Adjustment of Status
• If your family member is outside the U.S. - Learn the steps for Consular Processing

Submitting Form I-130 is the first step of the immigration visa process. Learn what other steps are involved , including:

• National Visa Center (NVC) processing
• Fee payments
• Required supporting documents
• Interview preparation

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Foreigners are granted a visit visa to search for a job without requiring a host/sponsor in the country, for one trip. You can apply for a job-seeker visa with a validity of either 60, 90 or 120 days. Read about the eligibility criteria and the steps to apply. 

Foreigners are granted a visit visa to search for a job without requiring a host/sponsor in the country, for one trip. You can apply for a job-seeker visa with a validity of either 60, 90 or 120 days. 

Eligibility for a jobseeker visa

To get a visit visa for the purpose of exploring job opportunities, the applicant must fulfil the following conditions:

• in the first, second or third skill level as per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) p rofessional levels of jobs ,  or
• a graduate from the best 500 universities in the world according to the classification approved by the Ministry of Education and must have graduated within the last 2 years.
• He/she must hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent
• He/she must fulfil the prescribed financial guarantee.

Read more in the Executive Regulation of Law No. 29 of 2021 on Entry and Residence of Foreigners (Arabic, PDF, 500 KB).

Required documents

• A coloured photo
• A copy of the applicant’s passport
• Qualification certificate (attested)

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• Issuing a visit visa to explore job opportunities – GDRFAD
• Issue search for job visa 60 days (single entry) – ICP
• Issue search for job visa 90 days (single entry) – ICP
• Issue search for job visa 120 days (single entry) – ICP.

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Visa applicants must submit a completed DS-160, Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application for all nonimmigrant visa categories, including applicants applying for K visas. ( Note:   For K visa cases in process at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate prior to October 7, 2013, review the limited exceptions explained in the FAQs below.) 

Review the Frequently Asked Questions for instructions about using the DS-160.

Access the online DS-160 by clicking: Consular Electronic Application Center website .

Important Notice to Visa Applicants: After you have completed the DS-160, you must take these next steps below:

• Print and keep the DS-160 barcode page. (You will not need to print the full application.)
• You must schedule a visa interview appointment.  (The U.S. Embassy or Consulate does not schedule an appointment for you.) Visit the  U.S. Embassy or Consulate  website where you will be interviewed for country-specific instructions.;
• Pay the visa application processing fee . Review country-specific instructions on the  U.S. Embassy or Consulate  website.

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