UAE family sponsorship 2025

By 2025, UAE family sponsorship rules will be more inclusive and flexible, supporting long-term residency for expatriates. Parents will be able to sponsor children up to 25 years of age, while unmarried daughters can remain under sponsorship indefinitely.

Authorities like ICP and GDRFA Dubai are digitizing applications, cutting waiting times and introducing AI-powered verification. Family sponsorship also extends to spouses, parents, and in some cases domestic workers, provided income and housing criteria are met.

The expansion of Golden Visa and Green Visa categories further reduces dependency on employer sponsorship, making family life more secure in the UAE. These reforms strengthen Dubai’s role as a family-friendly global hub, encouraging long-term settlement.