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File opening

Opens a new file with GDRFA Dubai (Amer) so that residence and visa transactions can be processed.

Start this request processing: 2 days

How it works

  1. 1

    Documents

    You

  2. 2

    Reviewed by MARIO E.G.S.H AI

    MARIO E.G.S.H AI

  3. 3

    Submitted at GDRFA

    Runner at GDRFA

  4. 4

    Medical & biometrics

    You

  5. 5

    Visa issued

    GDRFA

Documents required

  • Copy of the sponsored person's passport

    copy

  • Copy of the sponsor's passport

    copy

  • Copies of the Emirates ID cards of the sponsor and the sponsored persons

    copy

  • Sponsor's salary certificate

    in some casescopyOnly if: When the sponsor works for a government or semi-government entity

  • Marriage contract attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    in some casescopyattestedOnly if: When a husband sponsors his wife

  • Attested birth certificate

    in some casescopyOnly if: When sponsoring children

  • Letter of continuity of study or certificate of registration

    in some casescopyOnly if: When sponsoring children

  • Lease contract registered in Ejari, or a property ownership document from Dubai Land Department

    copy

Conditions, time and validity

  • The sponsor is a resident of Dubai sponsoring family members for the first time.
  • UAE and GCC citizens use a different service (sponsor file for UAE/GCC citizens, for domestic helpers) with other fees and documents.
Processing time
GDRFA Dubai states about 48 hours.
Validity of the result
The sponsor file stays open for the sponsor's later family applications.
Where it is applied for
Amer service centres (GDRFA Dubai); GDRFA smart services.

Steps at the authority

  1. Prepare the documents above (copies).
  2. The centre submits the application at an Amer centre and pays the fee.
  3. GDRFA Dubai opens the sponsor file (about 48 hours); the family visa can then be applied for.

Tips that save you a trip

  • Bring the documents of the family visa at the same time: the file is opened only to sponsor them.

Common reasons for rejection or delay

  • Missing Ejari or title deed in the sponsor's name.
  • Marriage contract not attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Questions and answers

Do I pay this again for each family member?

GDRFA lists the fee for sponsoring individuals for the first time; staff confirm on the case whether your file is already open.

Checked by the MARIO E.G.S.H team on 2026-10-08. Rules can change at any time; our consultant confirms the details for your case.

Legal basis

Federal Decree-Law No. 29 of 2021 on the entry and residence of foreigners, and its executive regulations.

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