UAE Golden Visa Fee in PKR: 2026 Cost Breakdown, Family Rates, and Salary Rules

Working out the real uae golden visa fee in pkr takes more than a quick look at online currency converters. Exchange rates shift daily. Pakistani credit cards add foreign transaction markups and tax withholding. UAE government fees also split across entry permits, residency approvals, medical screening, and physical Emirates ID cards. If you budget using basic open-market conversions, your card can easily bounce at checkout.

As of October 2026, the baseline government fee for a 10-year Golden Visa main applicant is 9,978. When paying from a Pakistani bank account, foreign exchange spreads, processing markups, and local taxes adjust the final rupee charge. Government rates and bank fees can shift, so confirm current bank conversion rates before you charge your card.

UAE Golden Visa fee in PKR: official government breakdown

The UAE authorities charge all visa fees in dirhams (AED). When you pay on the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) portal in Dubai or the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) portal for other emirates, your card gets billed in AED.

We break down the line items in our Golden Visa cost breakdown if you want to inspect each official fee.

Primary applicant fees in AED and PKR

The government fee for a new 10-year Golden Visa sits at 9,978 for a single main applicant, converted to Pakistani Rupees by your card issuer at settlement. That total pays for four mandatory steps:

• Initial authority approval and entry permit
• Medical fitness screening through Dubai Health Authority (DHA)
• Ten-year residency file registration and visa stamping
• Ten-year physical Emirates ID card from ICP

Renewing a 10-year Golden Visa later carries a government fee of 9,034. Cancelling the residency costs 590 in government fees.

Exchange rate spreads and international card charges

Pakistani banks apply foreign exchange markups when you pay dirham charges online. You also face local bank processing fees and advance withholding tax under Federal Board of Revenue rules.

The converted rupee charge on your statement reflects bank spreads and international transaction fees. If your card has an international spending cap that falls below the total bill, the payment will decline on the government portal. Call your bank in Pakistan to lift your daily limit before you sit down to pay.

Golden Visa cost for family members in PKR

Once your own visa gets approved, you can sponsor your spouse, children of any age, and your parents. Their visas match your 10-year validity, provided your own primary residency stays active.

Visa Category	Government Fee (AED)	Payment Notes	Key Inclusions
Main Applicant (New 10-Year)	9,978	Billed in AED; bank applies FX markup	Entry permit, medical, Emirates ID, issuance
Dependant Adult (18+)	4,215	Billed in AED; bank applies FX markup	Issuance, DHA medical, 10-year Emirates ID
Dependant Child (Under 18)	3,895	Billed in AED; bank applies FX markup	Issuance, 10-year Emirates ID (no medical required)
Main Applicant (10-Year Renewal)	9,034	Billed in AED; bank applies FX markup	File renewal, medical, Emirates ID card
Residency Cancellation (5 or 10-Year)	590	Billed in AED; bank applies FX markup	Cancellation certificate

We discuss regional details in our guide on UAE Golden Visa prices for Pakistan, where family files follow the same framework.

Spouse and adult children sponsorship fees

Sponsoring an adult dependant (your spouse or any child aged 18 and older) costs 4,215 in government fees, settled in AED via card. This covers their entry permit, mandatory adult DHA medical screening, and 10-year Emirates ID card.

Sponsoring parents under a Golden Visa file costs the exact same government fee of 4,215 per parent. They receive 10-year residency cards instead of the standard one-year or two-year limits tied to ordinary jobs. You can handle their paperwork through our family visa services.

Minors under 18 years old

For children under 18, the government fee drops to 3,895. Kids do not undergo blood tests or chest X-rays, which cuts down the total cost. Their Emirates ID stays valid for 10 years, though ICP will ask for an updated photo once your child turns 15.

If you apply as a primary applicant alongside family members, total government fees combine the primary applicant charge and individual dependant rates, before bank card spreads.

UAE Golden Visa salary requirement and employee rules

Salaried Pakistani professionals usually qualify under the skilled employee category. You need to meet the monthly salary minimum and submit an attested degree. You can review our guide on Golden Visa requirements for employees to see every rule.

Gross monthly salary threshold

The rule is clear: you must meet the official gross monthly salary threshold set for skilled professionals under UAE immigration regulations.

Immigration officers check two specific items to confirm your income:

• A valid Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) contract, or free zone equivalent, listing gross salary that meets the official requirement.
• Six consecutive months of stamped UAE bank statements showing salary credits that match your contract figures.

Allowances count toward your gross monthly total when specified on your contract. If unpaid leave or deductions pull your pay below the required minimum in any single month of that half-year window, immigration will reject the file. If your salary certificate and bank statement do not match, fix that before you apply.

HEC degree attestation and document path

Your degree must be attested before you submit your file. You need a bachelor degree or higher, and your job title on the labour contract must fall under MOHRE occupational skill level 1 or 2.

For Pakistani university degrees, complete every step in this exact order:

1. Attestation by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) in Pakistan.
2. Attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Pakistan.
3. Attestation by the UAE Embassy in Islamabad or the UAE Consulate General in Karachi.
4. Attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) inside the UAE.

If a seal is missing or your name does not match your passport letter for letter, the portal will put your file on hold.

UAE Golden Visa medical requirements and screening procedures

Every adult applicant must complete an in-person medical check inside the UAE. Our team assists with appointments and transport through our medical fitness and Emirates ID support.

Mandatory screening tests for residency

The medical examination covers two checks:

• A blood test for HIV.
• A chest X-ray for active pulmonary tuberculosis.

Pregnancy does not stop an application. Pregnant applicants take sputum tests instead of regular chest X-rays to prevent radiation exposure.

Handling past medical records

Old bouts of pneumonia or treated infections can leave harmless scars on your lungs. DHA radiologists will see those marks on the chest X-ray.

When an X-ray shows old scar tissue, DHA sends you for follow-up testing, such as sputum cultures. Once tests confirm the scarring is dormant, DHA issues your clearance. If you have past treatment records or discharge summaries from Pakistan, bring them with you to Dubai.

Service packages and turnaround times

If you want us to manage the entire process from our office in Business Bay, our professional fees run alongside the 9,978 government charge:

• Normal Package (1,500): Takes 3 to 7 working days. We submit your nomination, check your attested degree, book standard medical slots, and track your Emirates ID delivery.
• Urgent Package (3,000): Takes 2 to 3 working days. Includes priority appointments along with private pick-up and drop-off in Dubai for typing and biometrics.
• 24-Hour VIP Fast Track (5,000): Finished in 24 hours. Includes priority immigration processing, VIP medical testing, immediate biometrics, and private car transfers between government centres.

Frequent document mistakes Pakistani applicants make

Across our desks in Business Bay, we see the same avoidable problems hold up files.

First, name mismatches across documents. Passports often list a patronymic father name as the surname, while Pakistani university degrees show only a first and last name. If the spelling or sequence differs, the nomination pauses. Align your names across all civil documents before you submit.

Second, uploading uncertified bank screenshots. GDRFA and ICP reject phone banking screenshots and basic transaction slips. You need an official, stamped six-month statement from your UAE bank showing payroll deposits.

Third, booking medical tests too early. You cannot complete your Golden Visa medical check until your nomination approval letter comes through. DHA centres require that active Golden Visa file number to open the test request.

You can start your application online, or get in touch through our contact desk so we can review your salary paperwork before submission.

Frequently asked questions

What is the total UAE Golden Visa government fee in PKR for a single applicant?

As of October 2026, the official government fee is 9,978. The exact total in Pakistani Rupees depends on your bank's daily exchange rate, foreign transaction fees, and card withholding taxes at the time of payment.

Can I sponsor my parents on a 10-year Golden Visa from Pakistan?

Yes. Golden Visa holders can sponsor their parents for a full 10-year residency. The government fee is 4,215 per parent, which includes their DHA medical check and 10-year Emirates ID.

What happens if my monthly salary drops below the threshold for one month?

Immigration requires all six consecutive months on your stamped bank statement to meet or exceed the salary threshold. If one month drops below the required minimum due to deductions or unpaid leave, authorities will reject the application.

Do children under 18 need medical fitness tests in Dubai?

No. Children under 18 do not take blood tests or chest X-rays. Their government sponsorship fee is lower at 3,895, which covers residency issuance and their 10-year Emirates ID.