UAE Family Visa Cost Calculator

The total UAE family visa cost usually combines government visa fees, file opening charges, any change-of-status fee for new visas, Emirates ID issuance, medical fitness test, mandatory medical insurance and typing or service centre fees. Amounts differ between emirates (GDRFA in Dubai and ICP in other emirates), the type of family member you sponsor, the medical option you choose and the Emirates ID validity (1, 2 or 3 years). This calculator brings these items together into one indicative estimate.

Indicative guidelines often quote a minimum salary of around AED 4,000–5,000 to sponsor a spouse and children, while sponsoring parents may require a salary in the region of AED 20,000 or more depending on the emirate and specific rules. Exact thresholds are set by the immigration authority and can change, so you should always confirm current requirements.

Processing time depends on the emirate, the medical fitness option and whether a change-of-status and visa stamping are required. Normal medical can mean processing in around 3–5 working days, fast-track often 1–2 working days and VIP medical the same day, although final stamping still depends on approvals and appointment availability.

Yes. Almost all emirates require valid health insurance for each dependant before issuing or renewing a UAE residence visa. In some emirates, insurance must be arranged through specific providers or networks. The insurance option you select can have a noticeable impact on the overall UAE family visa cost.

Dubai processes residency through GDRFA and can have slightly higher or different fee components compared with emirates that follow ICP structures such as Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah. While this calculator uses aligned reference values, always confirm exact fees with the relevant authority or approved typing centre.