Golden Visa rules for your spouse and children
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Bringing your family is one of the biggest Golden Visa benefits. A few documents and rules decide how smoothly it goes.
Quick answer
Golden Visa holders can sponsor their spouse and children for the same period as their own visa, with no age limit for sons and daughters under the Golden Visa rules. Your spouse is sponsored on your file; they only need a Golden Visa of their own if they qualify independently and want residence that does not depend on you.
Bringing your family is one of the biggest Golden Visa benefits. A few documents and rules decide how smoothly it goes.
Who you can sponsor
- Your spouse (or spouses)
- Children, with no age cap for sons and daughters under Golden Visa rules
- In many cases parents, on separate residence permits
- Domestic workers, subject to the rules in force
Documents
- Attested marriage certificate (Arabic translation if needed)
- Attested birth certificates for children
- Passports and photos
- Health insurance for each person
Does your spouse need their own Golden Visa?
No. A sponsored spouse lives in the UAE on your Golden Visa file. A separate Golden Visa only makes sense if your spouse qualifies on their own and wants independent status.
If circumstances change
Family members' residence is linked to yours. If your visa is cancelled, theirs is too — plan alternatives early.
Apply for family members as soon as your own visa is issued so everyone's validity lines up.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there an age limit for children?
Golden Visa holders can sponsor children without the usual age limits.
Can my spouse work?
Yes, with a work permit from their employer.
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