Renewing Family Visa (Resident Sponsor) for Spouse & Children

To renew a family visa in Dubai, residents must use an authorised AMER Centre or a GDRFA-approved digital channel. The process includes: Verifying the sponsor’s residency and eligibility Submitting all required documents, including a valid passport, personal photo, and medical certificate (for dependents aged 18+) Paying the renewal fees Completing the Emirates ID and visa stamping procedures Applications submitted through EGSH, a government-authorised AMER Centre, are processed in full compliance with the UAE visa renewal rules.

According to GDRFA, the mandatory documents for a family visa renewal in Dubai are: A valid passport copy of the sponsored family member A recent colour photograph with a white background A medical fitness certificate (required if the applicant is over 18 years old) Additional documents may be required depending on the applicant’s situation. EGSH verifies your case and ensures that all necessary documents are submitted in compliance with GDRFA rules.

The government fees for a child visa renewal in Dubai include: Residency permit renewal: AED 200 Knowledge Dirham: AED 10 Innovation Dirham: AED 10 Fee for processing inside the UAE: AED 500 Delivery: AED 20 Before submission, an EGSH advisor provides a clear cost breakdown and ensures full compliance with GDRFA regulations to avoid delays or unexpected charges.

The UAE grants a 60-day grace period after the expiry or cancellation of a residence visa, including family visas. During this time, the sponsored individual may stay in the country without incurring overstay fines, provided that the visa renewal process is completed within this window. To avoid penalties or legal issues, it’s recommended to renew the visa before expiry or initiate the process as early as possible during the grace period.

A dependent visa renewal in the UAE can be completed while your family is inside the country. As per GDRFA, there is no requirement for dependents (spouse or children) to exit the UAE. The process includes submitting the required visa renewal documents, completing a medical fitness test (for those aged 18+), and paying the applicable fees. When renewing through EGSH, all steps of the UAE visa renewal process are handled locally — from eligibility checks to final stamping — ensuring full compliance and no need for travel.

A medical test is not required for a child visa renewal in Dubai if the child is under 18 years old. Only dependents aged 18 and above must undergo a medical fitness examination at an authorised centre as part of the child visa renewal process. EGSH specialists verify the age and status of each dependent before submission to ensure the correct documents are prepared and to avoid unnecessary procedures.

The standard processing time for a family visa renewal in Dubai is two working days after successful application submission. The actual duration may vary depending on the completeness of the documents, applicant eligibility, and medical test clearance (if applicable). EGSH ensures that all documents are verified before submission, helping to prevent delays and streamline the UAE visa renewal process.

To renew a spouse visa in Dubai, the sponsor must meet a minimum salary requirement of AED 4,000 or AED 3,000 with accommodation provided by the employer. Additional conditions may apply based on the sponsor’s profession or visa status. At EGSH, all cases are pre-assessed to ensure full compliance with the spouse visa renewal requirements in Dubai.