Complete Guide to Sponsorship and Requirements with Docman
A valid visa is necessary for your child to enter the United Arab Emirates. Here at Docman, we streamline the visa for child in UAE process so parents can avoid the hassle. We cater to all your needs under one roof, whether for a newborn or a child up to 21 years old.
Child Visa Dubai Eligibility and Sponsorship
Male children can be sponsored by parents until they are 18 or, if they are enrolled full-time in school, until they turn 21. Female children can be sponsored as long as they are unmarried. Children under the age of 15 are exempt from medical examinations and biometric testing.
Requirements for a Child Visa in Dubai
To obtain a child visa in UAE, parents must meet the following criteria:
- Residence Visa: Parents must hold a valid UAE residence visa.
- Salary Requirements: The monthly salary should be at least AED 4,000 or AED 3,000 with accommodation allowance.
Required Documents:
- Birth certificate of your child
- Marriage certificate of the child's parents
- If the father cannot sponsor, the mother can, provided she holds a valid residence visa and can sponsor children below 18 years who are unmarried.
Special Cases
- Divorced Moms: Must provide an attested judgment of child custody from a UAE court.
- Single Moms: Must provide an attested order of child custody from the local court.
Requirements Documents :
Documents Required for a Newborn Baby Visa
To apply for a visa for your newborn baby, you will need:
- Two passport-sized color photographs of your child
- Original and copy of your passport and Emirates ID
- Attested employment contracts and salary certificate
- UAE residence visa—original and copy
- Tenancy contract in your name or your company's name
- Proof of health insurance for the child
- Attested birth certificate of the child
- Your IBAN (International Bank Account Number)
Step-By-Step Procedure
1. Application form
Fill out the visa application form with Docman.
2. Submit Documents:
Submit all documents to the nearest General Department for Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) office.
3. Temporary Residence Permit
Obtain temporary residence permission so your child can undergo a medical exam.
4. Medical
Obtain medical fitness from one of the DHA Clinics in Dubai.
5. Permanent Residence Visa
On obtaining medical clearance, receive a permanent residence visa.
3. Emirates ID Application
Emirates ID Application for the child.
3. Visa Stamp
Obtain from the concerned GDRFA office.
Child Visa Renewal Dubai
Ensure your child’s visa is renewed on time to avoid fines or legal issues. The renewal must be completed within a 30-day grace period after the visa expires.
Requirements to Renew Child Visa
- Valid UAE Residence Visa: The sponsoring parent must hold a valid residence visa.
- Insurance Card: Required in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
- Updated ID Card from ICA or the original receipt in case the registration for renewal is done.
The Following Documents are Needed
- Registered application form for renewal of the residency visa signed by the parent
- Original passport of the parent
- A colored photograph of the child
Newborn Baby Visa in Dubai
Parents must seek a newborn baby visa within the first 120 days following birth. This process is similar to obtaining a child visa in Dubai, with requirements like a birth certificate and passport.
Trusted Child Visa Services with Docman
While the newborn visa process can be complex, with Docman, it’s seamless. Our team works efficiently to ensure fast processing, allowing you to transition to Dubai smoothly. Trust Docman for all your child visa services Dubai needs.
FAQ
A Child Visa allows minor children to remain in the UAE with their parents who have valid residency visas.
Children of parents who have valid UAE residency visas, typically up to 18 years old, and up to 21 years if studying full-time.
The parent/guardian of the child will apply through a registered visa processing professional, such as Docman, with the pertinent body and provide the necessary documents, including a birth certificate and passport.
These include the child’s birth certificate, passport copies of the parents, proof of residence, among others.
The Child Visa generally has the same validity as the residency visa of the sponsoring parent and must be renewed using the same method.
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