Golden Visa Family Sponsorship
Who can a Golden Visa holder sponsor?
A Golden Visa holder can sponsor their spouse, children of any age, and parents on dependent visas for the same term as their own visa — with no salary threshold — plus domestic staff under MOHRE rules.
Spouse
Sponsor your spouse for the same term as your visa. No salary threshold applies while your Golden Visa is valid.
Children of any age
Sponsor sons of any age and unmarried daughters of any age — the usual age-25 limit does not apply.
Parents
Sponsor your parents for the same term, without the AED 20,000 salary threshold that applies to standard visas. Each parent needs valid health insurance.
Domestic staff
Sponsor domestic workers under MOHRE labour rules, with formal contracts.
Source: UAE Government portal (u.ae) — residence visa provisions · last verified 2026-07-09
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Golden Visa holders sponsor children of any age?
Yes. Golden Visa holders can sponsor sons of any age and unmarried daughters of any age, unlike standard visas which usually cap sons at 25.
Do I need a minimum salary to sponsor my parents?
No. The standard AED 20,000 salary threshold for parent sponsorship does not apply to Golden Visa holders. You need a valid Golden Visa, proof of relationship, and health insurance for each parent.