United Arab Emirates•AsiaMedical Visa - Companion/Attendant
At a Glance
2 days
Not confirmed
Check the official source3 months
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Living in United Arab Emirates
Overview
Entry permit for family member or medical attendant accompanying patient for UAE treatment, valid 90 days per entry and renewable once.
The Medical Visa for Companion/Attendant enables family members or professional caregivers to accompany patients undergoing medical treatment in UAE hospitals. It is hospital-sponsored, filling the gap for those needing emotional and practical support during recovery. The companion's stay is tied entirely to the patient's medical case and treatment schedule.
The visa is valid for 90 days per entry and is extendable once with a certified medical report confirming ongoing treatment. Processing takes 2 days. Companions must provide proof of relationship to the patient, health insurance, and financial solvency to support themselves while assisting the patient.
This visa is ideal for immediate family members or professional attendants accompanying patients undergoing medical treatment who require caregiving support.
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 3 months |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must be accompanying a patient receiving medical treatment in the UAE.
The patient must be sponsored by a UAE-licensed and registered hospital.
The companion must enter the UAE together with the patient.
Must hold a valid passport with at least six months validity.
Must provide proof of financial security or guarantee as required by the hospital/immigration.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Copy of the companion's passport.
Copy of the patient's passport.
Medical report from the treating hospital.
Letter from the hospital/sponsor justifying the need for the companion.
Proof of health insurance.
Proof of financial solvency/guarantee.
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Fast 2-day processing — significantly faster than typical regional medical visas
- Hospital-sponsored application reduces administrative burden on companion
- Clear initial validity with one-time extension available via certified medical report
- Renewable indefinitely while patient treatment continues and medical need documented
- Dependents allowed to accompany patient and companion without separate sponsorship
- Tied to medical necessity — transparent criteria linked to verified patient treatment
- Legal residency enables full access to UAE healthcare, services, and infrastructure
Worth Knowing
- Visa validity entirely dependent on patient's documented treatment duration and medical needs
- Companion must have the same visa type (single/multiple entry) as the patient
- Extension requires updated certified medical report confirming continued treatment necessity
- Strictly prohibits all forms of employment or paid work throughout visa validity
Application Process
Be designated as companion
Patient or hospital names companion/attendant
Gather documents
Collect passport and relationship documentation
Hospital applies
Medical facility submits companion entry permit
Provide medical justification
Hospital confirms companion necessity for patient care
Receive approval
Hospital receives companion entry permit
Travel to UAE
Companion enters UAE on medical permit
Support patient
Accompany patient throughout treatment
Application Forms
| Medical Companion Entry Permit | — |
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