Parents Visa UAE (2026 Guide)
Ensure your parents spend their golden years with you. Understand the strict salary requirements and deposit rules before applying.
Quick Answer: Salary & Rules
To sponsor parents in the UAE in 2026, the sponsor must have a minimum monthly salary of AED 20,000 and provide a refundable security deposit of AED 3,000 per parent. The rule strictly requires you to sponsor both parents simultaneously, unless one is deceased or they are legally divorced, in which case official attested proof is required.
warning The "Both Parents" Rule
The UAE immigration department (GDRFA/ICP) mandates that you cannot sponsor just one parent if both are alive and married. You must bring both. Exceptions are made only with official death certificates or divorce decrees.
description Mandatory Documents
The Refundable Deposit
Held by immigration authorities
AED 3,000
Per Parent
This deposit is held by the government and is fully refundable if the parent's visa is cancelled or in the unfortunate event of their passing. We assist in filing the deposit receipt and recovering it when needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if my salary is less than AED 20,000? add
If your salary is slightly below AED 20,000, you may request special approval from the humanitarian committee at GDRFA, but approval is strictly case-by-case and not guaranteed.
Do parents visas need to be renewed yearly? add
Yes, parents visas are typically issued for 1 year at a time and must be renewed annually, requiring a new medical test and medical insurance each year.
Is medical insurance expensive for parents? add
Medical insurance premiums for elderly parents depend on their age and pre-existing conditions. It is usually higher than standard insurance. It is mandatory for visa stamping.
How do I prove the relationship? add
You must obtain a relationship certificate or affidavit from your home country’s consulate/embassy in the UAE, which must then be attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).
Can a daughter sponsor her parents? add
Yes, a daughter can sponsor her parents provided she meets the minimum salary requirement and has the required accommodation space.
What if I only want to sponsor my mother? add
You can only sponsor one parent if the other is deceased or legally divorced. You must provide the attested death certificate or divorce papers.