- Yes. Employers in the UAE, including mainland LLCs, can sponsor residence visas for foreign employees as part of their legal sponsorship responsibilities.
- Employee sponsorship requirements: The company must hold a valid trade license and be registered with the relevant immigration and labour authorities; the employer acts as the official sponsor and must comply with labour and visa procedures and documentation.
- Family sponsorship through the employee or business visa: A resident with a valid UAE residence visa (including those sponsored by their employer) can sponsor family members if they meet the minimum salary and accommodation requirements; the public UAE portal specifies the salary threshold and medical fitness rules for family sponsorship.
- Common practical steps: obtain work permit / entry permit; complete medical fitness test; apply for Emirates ID and residence permit; add dependents’ visa applications once the sponsor meets eligibility and salary criteria.
- Typical constraints and variations: Free zone company rules and specific free zone regulations may restrict or alter the process for visa sponsorship compared with mainland LLCs; some business visas allow family sponsorship more directly while others require additional approvals or local partner arrangements.
- Risks and compliance to watch: Noncompliance with labour law, incorrect documentation, or failing to meet salary or accommodation thresholds can lead to visa denials, fines, and penalties for the sponsoring company.
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