How to sponsor your family on a property investor visa
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Owning property can bring residence for the whole family. The sponsorship process is straightforward once your own visa is in place.
Quick answer
Holders of a property-based residence — the 2-year investor visa or the Golden Visa — can sponsor their spouse and children, and in many cases parents. After your own visa is issued, apply for each family member with relationship documents, passports, photos, health insurance and proof of address.
Owning property can bring residence for the whole family. The sponsorship process is straightforward once your own visa is in place.
Who can be sponsored
- Spouse
- Children (Golden Visa holders have no age limit for children)
- Parents, subject to conditions
- Domestic workers under the rules in force
Documents
- Your visa and Emirates ID
- Attested marriage and birth certificates
- Passports and photos
- Health insurance
- Tenancy contract or title deed for your home
Steps
- Apply for an entry permit or status change for each family member
- Medical test (where applicable) and biometrics
- Residence issued and Emirates IDs delivered
Validity
Family members' residence follows yours. With a Golden Visa they receive long-term residence too.
Family files are linked to yours — renew them together.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I sponsor my parents on a 2-year investor visa?
Parent sponsorship has extra conditions; check the current rules.
Is there a minimum income for sponsoring family on a property visa?
Requirements differ by visa type; property and Golden Visa holders usually qualify through their visa.
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