Pro Services, Visa Extension, and Family Visa Services in Dubai

Created on Sep 03, 2021
Last updated on Jul 13, 2026

By Nikhil Skariah (Author) | Reviewed by Gessika S. On Sep 03, 2021

Pro Services, Visa Extension, and Family Visa Services in Dubai

In recent times Dubai has become one of the most preferred destinations for global investors. UAE has a very stable economy with the highest level of business safety and security with modern infrastructure and many incubation hubs for startups. Dubai is one of the most popular cities in the world, attracting families, businessmen, students, and professionals from all across the globe. Investing in Dubai and setting up a business, however, needs much legal and governmental procedural compliance involving a whole lot of documents and clearing, and approval of such documents on a one-time and periodic basis.

Pro Services in Dubai 

PRO is an acronym for Public Relations Officer and Dubai PRO services revolve around the objective of all government liaison services. For that, it is necessary to have a solid business plan with complete knowledge of relevant business practices, trends, and prospects in the UAE. It can only lead to a successful business set-up once all applicable government-related business rules and regulations with the latest updates are available and clearly understood. Public Relations services can be complex and time-consuming, especially if businesses are not acquainted with the rules and regulations of the field. Highly experienced and expert PRO services are available in Dubai who can assist aspiring new investors with their business set-ups and through the process of documenting, implementing, and complying with all governmental and legal requirements and formalities.

The advantages of this practice include:

  1. Better transparency
  2. Accountability
  3. Oversight

Here are the pro services which are offered in UAE

  • Applying for visas (visit visas, short-term mission visas, long-term visit visas, etc).
  • Work Permit applications, amendments, and cancellations.
  • Arranging newspaper advertisements.
  • Residence Visa applications and cancellations.
  • Visa applications for maids and other domestic staff.
  • Visa renewal application.
  • Company registration with the Ministry of Labor.
  • Health insurance applications and renewals.
  • Attendance at Notary Public with you for the signing of official documents.
  • Setting up accounts and/or liaising with banks, Etisalat.
  • Company registration with Department of Naturalization and Residency Dept.
  • Arranging for documents to be translated into Arabic

Husband Visa In Dubai 

To get a husband's visa in Dubai the foremost thing is to make sure that both are qualified in order to process the residence visa for the spouse here are the qualifications required:

  1. Application Form
  2. Salary Certificate
  3. Marriage Certificate (Attested by MOFA- Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
  4. Tenancy Contract
  5. Latest DEWA Bill
  6. The University of Diploma (of sponsor)
  7. Photocopy of passport (of sponsor)
  8. Photocopy of Visa page (of sponsor)
  9. Photocopy of passport
  10. Canceled visa page of the dependent
  11. Passport photos of sponsor

procedure for applying for a spousal visa

  • Fill out the Application Form
  • Submission of document and approval at DNRD office
  • Medical Exam of the spouse
  • Change status application from temporary residence to permanent residence.
  • Emirates ID Application
  • Passport Stamping

  Family Visa Rules 2021 In Dubai

  1. Both employers and employees with a valid residence visa can sponsor their families, if they have a minimum salary of AED 4,000 or AED 3,000 plus accommodation.
  2. Since March 2019, the type of profession is no longer a criterion for a family visa in Dubai.
  3. If the father of the family is residing in UAE and meets the conditions for sponsoring his children, then the mother is not allowed to sponsor them.
  4. Family visa UAE is issued depending on the work nature and labor contract up to 3 years.
  5. Resident sponsors have 60 days' time to apply for their dependents’ residence visas after they enter the UAE.
  6. In order to obtain a family visa in UAE, the applicant aged 18+ should undergo a medical fitness test at government-approved health centers in the UAE.
  7. The person needs to submit an authenticated marriage certificate to sponsor his wife. The certificate must be duly translated into Arabic by a certified translator.
  8. In certain strict cases, Muslims are permitted to sponsor two wives, only if they meet all the necessary conditions.
  9. Residents can only sponsor their daughters if they are unmarried.
  10. Residents can sponsor their son up to the age of 18. If your son is studying he can be sponsored till the age of 21.
  11. An expatriate resident can sponsor their stepchildren subject to GDRFA’s guidelines.
  12. An employee can sponsor both parents. To do so, you must submit a guarantee for each parent stipulated by the respective immigration department.
  13. A woman can sponsor her family if she holds a residence visa with a monthly salary not less than AED 8000 plus accommodation.
  14. The resident woman should be an engineer, nurse, teacher, doctor, or any other professional related to the medical sector.

Advantages of Having Family Residence In Dubai

  • A bank account in Dubai can be opened up easily without having to go through many formalities
  • Getting a bank loan from any bank in Dubai, it can even be for personal use or for any other purpose.
  • Visa is not required to visit a lot of countries
  • The kids can attend school for education, be it government school or primary school.
  • A drivers license can be issued
  • Various government health programs and health insurance can be claimed with the help of this visa.

Family Visa Cancellation In Dubai

There are two ways to cancel your visa, either through a registered typing center or online. Normally, only the sponsor can cancel your residence visa. If a company decides to cancel an employment visa of its employee, it must first approach the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation with an application to cancel the employee’s labor contract and labor card. The employee must also sign this application. Then, the employer should apply to the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) for visa cancellation. The company must also cancel the work permit. For this, it must submit a letter signed by the employee stating that he has already received all his wages and end of services benefits to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.

Documents required

The following documents are required for canceling a residence visa through GDRFA:

  1. Cancellation form signed by the sponsor
  2. If the sponsor is a company or a firm, the cancellation form must be signed and sealed by the company stamp and a clearance certificate from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation must be attached
  3. The original passport of the sponsored
  4. Original identity card of the sponsored

 Requirements for Visa Extension 

  1. A copy of the guarantor's passport's first, last, and visa pages
  2. A copy of the guarantor's Emirates ID
  3. A copy of each visitor's passport's first and last pages
  4. Each visitor's passport-size photograph, taken against a white background
  5. Each visitor's passport should have a minimum validity of 6 months
  6. Guarantor’s U.A.E residence visa copy with a minimum validity of 3 months

Conclusion 

Outsourcing PRO services in Dubai with Danburite Corporate will get you the above benefits. It offers a growth partner, helps you streamline your business, and provides your expanding company with a support system. Contact us today and outsource PRO service with Danburite Corporates.

✎ Author

Nikhil Skariah
Legal Advisor  Corporate Governance and Compliance Expert  Regulation  Legal Strategy  Contract Auditing  
I'm Nikhil, your friendly lawyer who cuts through the legal mumbo jumbo. No fancy suits or boring jargon here, just straightforward advice to help your small business thrive.

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