For many nurses and doctors seeking to work in the Gulf, moving abroad is a dream of working in a better environment, with a better salary and providing a better lifestyle for their families. They don’t just look for a job that can provide them with a better salary but also ask if they can bring their spouse and their children with them. Family visa rules are a big part of that decision, and requirements vary country to country across the Gulf.
UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait have different conditions for family member sponsorship. These conditions vary based on the salary package, profession, living space and personal documents. Healthcare professionals who are planning to move to the Gulf should know about all these conditions and requirements before accepting a job offer in the Gulf countries.
Family Visa Rules in the UAE
The UAE allows expatriate residents who meet the required conditions to sponsor their families. The minimum wage is generally AED 4,000 per month or AED 3,000 with the employer providing accommodation.
Healthcare professionals have to make arrangements for proper family accommodation and prepare documents such as a marriage certificate, children’s birth certificates, passports and a salary certificate. Family members aged 18 and over must generally pass a medical fitness test. Before accepting a healthcare job, make sure you ask the employer about family accommodation or a housing allowance. This can make a difference in planning your family’s move.
Family Visa Rules in Saudi Arabia?
In Saudi Arabia, the country has its own different rules for the family sponsorship of professionals working there. Eligibility for sponsorship depends on the profession, qualifications of the applicant and the details on their residence permit, which is called the iqama.
Before planning to bring their families to Saudi Arabia, healthcare professionals should confirm with their employer that they are eligible for the family sponsorship offered by the country. Professionals also need to consider the cost of the dependant levy, which is generally SAR 400 per dependant per month. This can add up when sponsoring a number of family members.
Family Visa Requirements in Qatar
As per the applicable rules and eligibility conditions, Qatar private sector employees need to submit an employment contract, salary proof, educational certificates, marriage certificate (attested), and birth certificates of their children. The authorities may also ask for bank statements and other supporting documents. Eligibility also heavily depends on the applicant’s salary package.
If you are going to take a job in nursing or medicine in Qatar, make sure you understand the salary and accommodation terms before you accept the job. Just because you meet the salary requirement doesn’t mean you’ll automatically be granted a family visa.
Can Nurses and Doctors Sponsor Family in Kuwait?
Kuwait has certain requirements for family residency visas. Besides the salary ceiling of KWD 800 per month, there have been other conditions related to the qualifications and profession, but exemptions and eligibility can vary.
Doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals should confirm the current rules for their type of employment with the appropriate Kuwaiti authorities or their employer before making arrangements to move. Also important to know the cost of residence permits, medical insurance, schooling and other household expenses when deciding whether a job offer is suitable for your family.
How Dynamic Health Staff Can Help
Dynamic Health Staff has been in the business of helping healthcare professionals explore overseas opportunities for a long time. We understand the recruitment process and know the rules and regulations of the Gulf and other countries. We help healthcare professionals who are willing to move abroad or are already working abroad to stay updated with all the latest information they need to be aware of.
Our team will assist you with your recruitment, document preparation and the steps of your international career journey; we will help you understand the salary, accommodation benefits and family sponsorship rules that apply to your destination.
Start Planning Your Healthcare Career Abroad
Plan your healthcare career abroad and make sure you know the rules around family visas and what benefits come with your job before taking work in the Gulf. If you are confused about anything related to your international career, then contact Dynamic Staffing Services. We will clear all your doubts and assist you with exploring overseas healthcare opportunities and your next steps.
Connect with us now and email us at healthcare@dynamichealthstaff.com or call us at +91-9810017608.
