Ensuring your child has a valid UAE residence visa is essential for their legal stay and access to vital services like education and healthcare.
Bringing the kids to Dubai is exciting for every expatriate parent. However, the visa application process can be quite overwhelming. In order to apply for the children’s visa Dubai, you need to fulfil certain requirements prescribed by the government of the UAE. Luckily, GloboPrime has drastically simplified the visa process for you. Now you can have your visa delivered to your home. We ensure a stress-free experience for you and your entire family.
A UAE child residence visa allows minors to legally live in the UAE with their parents or guardians. It ensures access to education, healthcare, and the ability to enroll in schools or colleges.
Depending on your location (mainland or free zone), this visa is usually valid for 1, 2, or 3 years and must be renewed before expiry.
Both male and female expatriate residents with a valid UAE residence visa can sponsor their children, provided they meet the minimum salary requirements. Generally, the minimum salary for a male sponsor is AED 4,000 or AED 3,000 plus accommodation. For female sponsors, the minimum salary is typically higher, around AED 10,000 or AED 8,000 plus accommodation, and they might need to work in specific professions like engineering, teaching, or medicine. However, it’s important to note that profession is generally no longer a condition for male sponsors.
Sons: Can be sponsored until they reach the age of 25. Some sources mention that sons over 18 must be students under 21 and visit the UAE every six months to maintain their visa.
Unmarried Daughters: Can be sponsored regardless of their age.
Children with Special Needs: Can be sponsored regardless of their age.
| Document Name | Purpose/Details |
|---|---|
| Child’s Original Passport and Copy | Must be valid for at least six months. |
| Child’s Passport-Sized Photographs | Recent photographs with a white background. |
| Child’s Birth Certificate | Attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) or relevant authorities. It may need to be translated into Arabic. |
| Copy of Sponsor’s Passport and Visa | Proof of the sponsor’s valid residency. |
| Sponsor’s Emirates ID (Original and Copy) | Primary identification document for residents in the UAE. |
| Sponsor’s Salary Certificate | From the employer, stating the sponsor’s monthly salary. |
| Copy of Sponsor’s Employment Contract | To confirm the sponsor’s employment status. |
| Registered Tenancy Contract (Ejari) | Proof of accommodation for the sponsor and family. |
| Medical Fitness Certificate | For children above 18 years old from a government-approved health center in the UAE. |
| Emirates ID Application Form for the Child | To initiate the process of obtaining the child’s Emirates ID. |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | Required from the father if the mother is the sponsor. |
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The Children visa in Dubai is issued within 2 weeks for application & medicals
The pasting of the visa on passport takes 2 weeks
For babies born in the UAE, a residence visa must be applied for within 120 days of the birth to avoid fines. This process generally involves obtaining the baby’s birth certificate and passport, followed by applying for the residence visa and Emirates ID. The process for a newborn baby visa begins with obtaining the baby’s official birth certificate, followed by applying for the baby’s passport. All the required documents, including the baby’s photographs, parents’ identification, and the birth certificate, must be gathered. The visa application is then submitted to the GDRFA, either online or through authorized Amer centers. While a medical examination is generally required for visa applications, very young infants are often exempt. The applicable visa fees are paid, and an application for the baby’s Emirates ID is initiated. The final step is the stamping of the visa in the baby’s passport.
GloboPrime will make sure your children receive their residence visa in Dubai, without much of a hassle. All you have to do is submit their documents and skip all the steps mentioned above. We will submit all the documents to the relevant authorities.
To inquire about the total cost of your children’s visa, contact us at +971564625222 or send us an email at info@globoprime.com.
The process of Dubai Child’s Visa generally involves these steps:
Collect all required documents listed above. Ensure birth certificates (and potentially marriage certificates) are fully attested.
If your child is currently outside the UAE, you first need to apply for an entry permit. This can usually be done online via the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) website/app or through GDRFA channels (depending on the emirate), or via accredited typing centers.
Once the entry permit is issued, the child can enter the UAE.
Dependents aged 18 and above must undergo a medical fitness test at an approved health center in the UAE.
Within the validity of the entry permit (usually 60 days), submit the application for the residence visa stamping and the mandatory Emirates ID. This is done via ICP/GDRFA channels or typing centers. Upload/submit all required documents.
Pay the applicable fees for the visa, Emirates ID, medical test (if applicable), and service charges.
Once approved, submit the child’s original passport for the residence visa to be stamped.
The Emirates ID card will be processed and issued.
| Fee Type | Estimated Cost (AED) |
|---|---|
| Entry Permit (if applicable) | 500 – 600 |
| Visa Stamping | 500 – 800 (depending on duration/emirate) |
| Emirates ID | 100 per year of validity + service fees (approx. AED 170 for 1 year, AED 270 for 2 years, etc.) |
| Medical Test (18+) | 300 – 500 |
| Health Insurance | 700+ per year (basic plans, can be significantly higher for comprehensive coverage) |
| Typing Center/Service Fees | 100 – 250 per application |
| Attestation Fees | Vary significantly depending on home country and document type. |
| Urgent Processing | Additional fees apply (AED 100-500+). |
| Total Estimated Cost | AED 1,500 to AED 3,500+ (excluding attestations & insurance) |
Renewal is required before the current visa expires (ideally apply 30 days prior). The process is similar to the initial application but usually doesn’t require a new entry permit if the child is inside the UAE. Key documents needed for renewal include:
Renewal costs are generally similar to the initial visa stamping and Emirates ID fees.
The sponsor must visit the nearest typing centre and fill out the application. After collecting the documents, he should submit them to the nearest General Department for Residency and Foreign Affairs (GDRFA) office. If you hire us, you will skip these two steps. We will collect your documents from your home and submit them to the concerned authorities.
Upon arrival, you receive a temporary residence visa for your children in Dubai. During this period, your children (over 18 Years old) would be asked to visit the nearest typing centre for the medical exam. The documents you receive must be presented at the Dubai Health Authority. Fortunately, GloboPrime has made it easier. We will send you the temporary residence visa, medical test application.
Thereafter, your children will have to visit an approved medical centre in Dubai for a medical test. They will be tested for Tuberculosis, HIV and Hepatitis. We shall receive the medical test report on your behalf within 2 to 3 days. We will submit the report to the concerned authority immediately to complete the visa application process.
Please note that the medical test is only required for children above the age of 15. Parents will receive an SMS from Emirates ID Authority once the id is printed. They will inform which post office it needs to be collected. Parents need to do the collection of the id
At GloboPrime, we take care of the entire visa application process. Finally, we will send you the EID application form so your children can visit the nearest Emirates ID office and submit their documents. They will take their fingerprints and a fresh photo for the Emirates ID.
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