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Your complete guide to Dubai (UAE) visas. Fast, easy and reliable visa assistance for a hassle-free journey.
for leisure travel; available as 30, 60, or 90 day permits; single- or multiple-entry
for frequent visitors; up to 90 day per trip over five years; no UAE sponsor needed
for layover passengers; a free 48-hour or paid 96-hour permit via the connecting airline
for meetings, conferences, and exhibitions
for a confirmed job offer, leading to residency
Most leisure travelers apply for the tourist/visit visa; the focus below.
Eligibility comes down to passport validity and nationality.
GCC nationals and citizens of roughly 90 countries (UK, most of the EU, US, Australia, Canada, Japan, South Korea) get an entry permit on arrival, typically 30–90 days.
For some nationalities holding a valid visa or residence permit from a qualifying country (commonly the US, UK, EU, Australia, Canada, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, or New Zealand); this list expands periodically.
Everyone else, typically via an airline, hotel, licensed travel agent, or the ICP/GDRFA portals.
Other factors: proof of funds (around AED 5,000, or a bank statement for longer visas); a confirmed return ticket, sponsorship for some family/visit visas, and a clean immigration record.
Rules for several nationalities were added to the visa-on-arrival list in mid-2026. Confirm current requirements against ICP (icp.gov.ae) or GDRFA Dubai (gdrfad.gov.ae) before publishing firm claims.
bio-data page, valid for 6+ months
recent, front-facing, white background
completed application form
confirmed return or onward flight ticket
hotel booking, or host's invitation letter with ID copy
for certain categories or nationalities
not always compulsory, but worth recommending
required for a handful of nationalities (e.g Pakistan, Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan)
A sponsor's ID and no-objection letter for sponsored visas
Birth certificate and notarized consent for minors traveling with one parent or alone
A company invitation letter for business visas
2–5 working days from a complete submission
24–48 hours, for an added fee
usually 1–3 working days