The UAE government has implemented various visa schemes in the country to attract and retain tourists, residents and professionals in the country.
There are several visa choices for visitors looking to make their way to the UAE, here is all you need to know about the visa types, their costs and processes.
Visit visa for job search
An expat visit visa to explore employment opportunities for one or more visits without requiring a host or guarantor within the country.
Requirements:
- Personal photo.
- Passport copy, valid for at least 6 months.
- University degree.
How to apply:
Digital channels (website/smart application)
- Log in to the smart services system through (UAE Pass or username).
- Search for the service to be applied for.
- Fill in the application data, where applicable.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Customer Happiness Centre
- Visit the nearest Customer Happiness Centre.
- Get the automated turn ticket and wait.
- Submitting the application that fulfils all conditions and documents (if any) to the customer service employee.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Amer Service Centre - Visit the nearest Amer Service Centre.
- Get the automated turn ticket and wait.
- Submitting the application that fulfils all conditions and documents (if any) to the customer service employee.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Fees:
- 60-day visit visa – AED200
- 90-day visit visa – AED300
- 120-day visit visa – AED400
Financial guarantees
- · Security amount: AED1000
- · Warranty service fee: AED20
- · Fee for collection and return of the guarantee: AED40
Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country)
- Knowledge fee: AED10
- Innovation fee: AED10
- Fee inside the country: AED500
Multi-entry tourist visa
An expat visitor visa for tourism purposes for several trips, valid for five years from the date of issue, without needing a guarantor or host within the country.
Requirements:
- A personal photo.
- A passport copy valid for at least 6 months.
- 6 months bank statement.
- Health insurance.
- Round-trip ticket.
How to apply:
Digital channels (website/smart application)
- Log in to the smart services system through (UAE Pass or username).
- Search for the service to be applied for.
- Fill in the application data, where applicable.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Customer Happiness Center
- Visit the nearest Customer Happiness Center.
- Get the automated turn ticket and wait.
- Submitting the application that fulfils all conditions and documents (if any) to the customer service employee.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Amer Service Center
- Visit the nearest Customer Happiness Center.
- Get the automated turn ticket and wait.
- Submitting the application that fulfils all conditions and documents (if any) to the customer service employee.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Fees:
- 30-day visit visa fee: AED300
- 60-day visit visa fee: AED500
- 90-day visitor visa fee: AED700
Financial guarantees
- Guarantee amount: AED2000
- Warranty service fee: AED20
- Fee for collection and return of the guarantee: AED40
Health insurance
- Securing a 30-day visitor visa: AED40
- Securing a 60-day visitor visa: AED60
- Securing a 90-day visitor visa: AED90
Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country)
- Knowledge fee: AED10
- Innovation fee: AED10
- Fee inside the country: AED500
Visit visa to explore business establishment opportunities
An expat visit visa for one or more visits,without needing a host or guarantor within the country to research and explore business opportunities.
Requirements:
- A personal photo.
- A passport copy, valid for at least 6 months.
- Evidence of investment.
How to apply:
Digital channels (website/smart application)
- Log in to the smart services system through (UAE Pass or username).
- Search for the service to be applied for.
- Fill in the application data, where applicable.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Customer Happiness Centre
- Visit the nearest Customer Happiness Centre.
- Get the automated turn ticket and wait.
- Submitting the application that fulfils all conditions and documents (if any) to the customer service employee.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Amer Service Centre
- Visit the nearest Amer Service Centre.
- Get the automated turn ticket and wait.
- Submitting the application that fulfils all conditions and documents (if any) to the customer service employee.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Fees:
- 60-day visit visa fee: AED200
- 90-day visit visa fee: AED300
- Fee for a 120-day visit visa: is AED400
Financial guarantees
- Security amount: AED1000
- Warranty service fee: AED20
- Fee for collection and return of the guarantee: AED40
Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country)
- Knowledge fee: AED10
- Innovation fee: AED10
- Fee inside the country: AED500
Multi-entry visa for truck drivers
Truck drivers required to transport goods inside the country are given a multi-entry entry visa at land entry ports or by the country’s embassies abroad.
Requirements:
- A personal photo.
- A passport copy, valid for less than 6 months.
- The applicant must demonstrate his affiliation with a domestic company engaged in the transportation of goods.
- Driving license.
- Vehicle license.
How to apply:
Digital channels (website/smart application)
- Log in to the smart services system through (UAE Pass or username).
- Search for the service to be applied for.
- Fill in the application data, where applicable.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Customer Happiness Center
- Visit the nearest Customer Happiness Center.
- Get the automated turn ticket and wait.
- Submitting the application that fulfils all conditions and documents (if any) to the customer service employee.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Amer Service Center
- Visit the nearest Customer Happiness Center.
- Get the automated turn ticket and wait.
- Submitting the application that fulfils all conditions and documents (if any) to the customer service employee.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Fees:
- 30-day visit visa fee: AED300
- 60-day visit visa fee: AED500
- 90-day visitor visa fee: AED700
Financial guarantees
- Guarantee amount: AED2000
- Warranty service fee: AED20
- Fee for collection and return of the guarantee: AED40
Health insurance
- Securing a 30-day visitor visa: AED40
- Securing a 60-day visitor visa: AED60
- Securing a 90-day visitor visa: AED90
Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country)
- Knowledge fee: AED10
- Innovation fee: AED10
- Fee inside the country: AED500
Single entry permit for a long period
For up to three months, a foreign visitor may enter the country on a single entry visa to see a relative or friend.
Requirements:
- A personal photo.
- A passport copy, valid for at least 6 months.
- The marriage contract.
- Birth certificate.
- Salary certificate for governmental and semi-governmental institutions and free zones/work contract for private companies/partnership contract for the partner.
- The identity card of the country of origin for some nationalities (Iraq – Pakistan – Iran – Afghanistan).
How to apply:
Digital channels (website/smart application):
- Log in to the smart services system through (UAE Pass or username).
- Search for the service to be applied for.
- Fill in the application data, where applicable.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Customer Happiness Center:
- Visit the nearest Customer Happiness Center.
- Get the automated turn ticket and wait.
- Submitting the application that fulfils all conditions and documents (if any) to the customer service employee.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Amer Service Center:
- Visit the nearest Customer Happiness Center.
- Get the automated turn ticket and wait.
- Submitting the application that fulfils all conditions and documents (if any) to the customer service employee.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Fees:
- 30-day visit visa fee: AED200
- 60-day visitor visa fee: AED300
- 90-day visitor visa fee: AED400
Financial guarantees
- Security amount: AED1000
- Warranty service fee: AED20
- Fee for collection and return of the guarantee: AED40
Health insurance
- Securing a 30-day visitor visa: AED40
- Securing a 60-day visitor visa: AED60
- Securing a 90-day visitor visa: AED90
Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country)
- Knowledge fee: AED10
- Innovation fee: AED10
- Fee inside the country: AED500
Multi-entry visa for a relative or friend
A multi-entry entry visa is given to a foreigner to visit a relative or friend without a host or guarantor for visits up to three months.
Requirements:
- A personal photo.
- A passport copy, valid for less than 6 months.
- The marriage contract.
- Birth certificate.
- Salary certificate for governmental and semi-governmental institutions and free zones/work contract for private companies/partnership contract for the partner.
- The identity card of the country of origin for some nationalities (Iraq – Pakistan – Iran – Afghanistan).
How to apply:
Digital channels (website/smart application)
- Log in to the smart services system through (UAE Pass or username).
- Search for the service to be applied for.
- Fill in the application data, where applicable.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Customer Happiness Center
- Visit the nearest Customer Happiness Center.
- Get the automated turn ticket and wait.
- Submitting the application that fulfils all conditions and documents (if any) to the customer service employee.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Amer Service Center
- Visit the nearest Customer Happiness Center.
- Get the automated turn ticket and wait.
- Submitting the application that fulfils all conditions and documents (if any) to the customer service employee.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Fees:
- 30-day visit visa fee: AED300
- 60-day visit visa fee: AED500
- 90-day visitor visa fee: AED700
Financial guarantees
- Guarantee amount: AED2000
- Warranty service fee: AED20
- Fee for collection and return of the guarantee: AED40
Health insurance
- Securing a 30-day visitor visa: AED40
- Securing a 60-day visitor visa: AED60
- Securing a 90-day visitor visa: AED90
Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country)
- Knowledge fee: AED10
- Innovation fee: AED10
- Fee inside the country: AED500
Visa for studying, training or qualification
For a period of (30-60-180) days, a foreigner is given a single-entry visitor visa for study, training, qualification, or similar activities. The guarantor/host must be onf of the authorised universities, educational, or research institutions.
Requirements:
- Personal Photo
- A copy of the passport, valid for a minimum of six months.
- A letter from the educational institution.
How to apply:
Digital channels (website/smart application)
- Log in to the smart services system through (UAE Pass or username).
- Search for the service to be applied for.
- Fill in the application data, where applicable.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Fees:
- 30-day visa fee: AED200
- 60-day visa fee: AED300
- 180-day visa fee: AED400
Financial guarantees
- Security amount: AED1000
- Warranty service fee: AED20
- Fee for collection and return of the guarantee: AED40
Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country)
- Knowledge fee: AED10
- Innovation fee: AED10
- Fee inside the country: AED500
Medical visa for single or multi-trips
An expat visitor entry visa to receive medical treatment for one or more trips lasting 90 days or 180 days. The guarantor/host must be one of the nation’s officially recognized medical facilities.
Requirements:
- A personal photo.
- A passport copy, valid for at least 6 months.
- Medical report.
How to apply:
Digital channels (website/smart application)
- Log in to the smart services system through (UAE Pass or username).
- Search for the service to be applied for.
- Fill in the application data, where applicable.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
90-day treatment visa fee for one trip: AED200
Fee for a 180-day treatment visa for a single trip: is AED500
OR
90-day treatment visa fee for one trip: AED300
Treatment visa fee for 180 days for one trip: AED900
Financial guarantees
- Single trip guarantee: AED1000
- Multiple travel guarantee: AED2000
- Warranty service fee: AED20
- Fee for collection and return of the guarantee: AED40
Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country)
- Knowledge fee: AED10
- Innovation fee: AED10
- Fee inside the country: AED500
Medical companion visa for single or multi-trips
A visa is given to travel with the patient receiving medical care, valid for 90 or 180 days. The guarantor/host must be a health facility licensed in the country. A visa may also be granted to the companions/accompaniers of the treatment recipient.
Requirements:
- A personal photo.
- A passport copy, valid for less than 6 months.
- A copy of the patient’s visa.
- A letter from the hospital.
How to apply:
Digital channels (website/smart application):
- Log in to the smart services system through (UAE Pass or username).
- Search for the service to be applied for.
- Fill in the application data, where applicable.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Fees
90-day treatment visa fee for one trip: AED200
Fee for a 180-day treatment visa for a single trip: AED500
In addition to the value-added tax (5%).
OR
90-day treatment visa fee for one trip: AED300
Treatment visa fee for 180 days for one trip: AED900
Financial guarantees:
- Single trip guarantee: AED1000
- Multiple travel guarantee: AED2000
- Warranty service fee: AED20
- Fee for collection and return of the guarantee: AED40
Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country):
- Knowledge fee: AED10
- Innovation fee: AED10
- Fee inside the country: AED500
Issuing a multi-entry tourist visa
An expat visa for 30 or 60 days to make several trips for tourism. The guarantor or host must be an organisation engaged in the tourism industry.
Requirements:
- A personal photo.
- A copy of the passport.
- The identity card of the country of origin for some nationalities (Iraq – Pakistan – Iran – Afghanistan).
How to apply:
Digital channels (website/smart application)
- Log in to the smart services system through (UAE Pass or username).
- Search for the service to be applied for.
- Fill in the application data, where applicable.
- Pay the service fee (if any).
Fees:
- Tourist visa fee for 30 days: AED300
- Tourist visa fee for 60 days: AED500
Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country)
- Knowledge fee: AED10
- Innovation fee: AED10
- Fee inside the country: AED500
Issuance of a single-entry tourist visa
An expat visit visa for one trip for tourism for a duration of 30 or 60 days. The guarantor/host within the country must be an agency engaged in the tourism industry.
Requirements:
- A personal photo.
- A copy of the passport.
- The identity card of the country of origin for some nationalities (Iraq – Pakistan – Iran – Afghanistan).
How to apply:
Digital channels (website/smart application)
- Log in to the smart services system through (UAE Pass or username).
- Search for the service to be applied for.
- Fill in the application data, where applicable.
Fees:
- Tourist visa fee for 30 days: AED300
- Tourist visa fee for 60 days: AED500
Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country)
- Knowledge fee: AED10
- Innovation fee: AED10
- Fee inside the country: AED500
Fines are set in place for those overstaying the duration of their visa priced at AED100 per day plus AED200 for an out pass.
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