UAE Residency Visas for Family Members No Longer Tied to Job Type

UAE Residency Visas for Family Members No Longer Tied to Job Type

The digital government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has clarified that the type of occupation or job is no longer a requirement for expatriates to obtain residency visas for their family members. Foreign residents in the UAE can now apply for family residence visas, allowing their relatives to live and reside with them, as long as they hold valid residencies within the country.
The head of the household, who is a resident, must meet specific conditions. These include a minimum monthly salary of AED 4,000 or a salary of AED 3,000 along with accommodation. Additionally, all family members above the age of 18 are required to undergo a medical fitness examination at approved health centers.
Mothers can sponsor their children under certain circumstances defined by the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security. Similarly, residents can sponsor their parents, and the residence visa can be granted annually, regardless of the sponsor's residency duration.
For those wishing to transfer their family's sponsorship from a temporary entry permit to a residence visa, the modification process must be completed within a maximum of 60 days from entry into the country.
It's important to note that residence permits are not issued to individuals who