Sponsoring spouse/girlfriend for a visa for Dubai

Expert Info

Posted by

on 7 Feb 2013

Hi, I have a bit complicated situation here.

I am a Czech female living in UK. My British partner got a job in Dubai, moving there in March.

It is not very clear to me what to do regarding my relocation (plus my dog). We are planning to get married in Dubai but as I understand to get sponsor visa you have to be married.

I suppose I could arrive on tourist visa and sort things later? But wouldn't we have problems with the authorities when applying for marriage certificate?

Could somebody give me an advice, please, how would be the best to proceed.

Any help would be much appreciated!

Vladka

Anonymous (not verified) on 8 Feb 2013 - 13:24

Hi Vladka,

As you say, your is a slightly tricky situation.

You do need to be married to be eligable for the family residence permit. It will also depend on your partner's salary. Your partner will need to be earning at AED 3,000 (with an accommodation) allowance to sponsor family.

You can take a look at the Expat Arrivals Visas for Dubai page for some general information. But I would also suggest you consult an immigration consultant working with expats in Dubai. It is likely that they would have had experience dealing with others in your situation.

The earlier you find our where you stand the better. You don't want to travel to Dubai and then be forced to leave until the paperwork is sorted out.

Good luck

Anonymous (not verified) on 16 Oct 2013 - 20:57

Greetings! I am in Ethiopia,23, and have a BA degree in Managment, Can i get a work permit visa? And were can i apply and get a job.

Anonymous (not verified) on 17 Oct 2013 - 09:15

Hi Anonymous, you'll need to arrange a job first before you can get a visa as your company will need to sponsor the visa. Have a look at the link in Shantalie's post to visas for Dubai. For more on working there and finding an job, have a read of our Working in Dubai page,

Anonymous (not verified) on 19 Sep 2014 - 13:32

Hi my boyfriend is working in dubai almost a year and his a philippines citizen..he wants me to go in dubai. What will should do so that i can go there also. I dont have any relatives there to sponsor my visit visa.. im philippines citizen also..were been 2 years in relationship. How my boyfriend get visit visa for me?

Expat Health Insurance

Cigna Global Health Insurance

Moving your family abroad can be intimidating, but learning about medical options such as family health insurance early on can help you successfully settle in.

Limited-time offer: 10%* off for life!

Get covered today and enjoy 10%* off your health insurance policy!

Get a Free Quote

*T&Cs apply

Moving Internationally?

International Movers. Get Quotes. Compare Prices.

Sirelo has a network of more than 500 international removal companies that can move your furniture and possessions to your new home. By filling in a form, you’ll get up to 5 quotes from recommended movers. This service is free of charge and will help you select an international moving company that suits your needs and budget.

Get your free no-obligation quotes from select removal companies now!