Senior Immigration executives have officially denied recent reports that UAE Immigration is raising the monthly salary requirement for sponsoring a spouse or children from 4,000 AED to 10,000 AED. Officials have confirmed that since this is a provision included in Federal Immigration Law, minimum salary requirements remain the same unless a formal amendment to the law is approved.

Individuals earning at least 4,000 AED a month, or 3,000 AED with an additional housing allowance, are eligible to sponsor their spouse or children for dependent residence permits. Female sponsors are required to meet more stringent eligibility criteria, including a higher monthly salary. Certain occupations, like labourers, drivers, and domestic staff are not eligible to sponsor their dependents.

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