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How to renew or extend a tourist visa in Dubai

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Visa renewal or extension process usually varies according to the type of visa and nationality. If you want to prolong your stay in the emirate, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide on the process of tourist visa extension in Dubai.

DUBAI TOURIST VISA EXTENSION PROCESS

Visit visa extension in Dubai has become easier with the UAE government’s introduction of online channels and portals. These service channels allow you to conveniently manage entry permits, their validity, extension, and cancellation processes. Let’s first take a look at the visa extension process.

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ELIGIBILITY

Before applying for a Dubai visa extension, you must check whether you fit the eligibility criteria. To apply for an extension, you must be a citizen of an eligible country and hold a valid passport with at least 6 months expiry date.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VISA RENEWAL IN DUBAI

You will need the following documents to renew your tourist visa in Dubai.

  • A transcript of the applicant’s passport. Ensure the passport has a minimum validity of six months.
  • A passport-size photo with a white background.
  • Valid health insurance.
  • A ticket to and from your country.
  • Proof of a hotel/place of residence.

VISA RENEWAL/EXTENSION SERVICE CHANNELS

There are multiple ways to apply for a visit visa extension in Dubai. You can choose any of the methods listed below. They allow you to extend your visa for one or more trips for the same period.

  • Sign up or log in to the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs Dubai ( GDRFA ) app.
  • Go to the dashboard and open dependent visa details.
  • Tap the “Renew Residence” icon.
  • Fill up the details.
  • Select delivery method.
  • Attach documents.
  • Submit the fee.
  • Wait for SMS/email confirmation.

  • Login/Register to the GDRFA website.
  • Click the “Services Guide”.
  • Go to the “Entry Permissions” option and click “Entry Permissions Sevices”.
  • Scroll down to the “Extension of entry permit” option and click it.
  • Select the most relevant service from the options listed on the site.
  • Click the “Start the Service” icon on the top-left.
  • Go to Amer’s website (amer247.com).
  • Click “UAE tourist visa” in the top-right corner. You will be redirected to a new tab featuring 14 types of tourist visas varying based on the number of days, validity and prices.
  • Select the most relevant one for you and click “Apply Now”.
  • Fill out the form by entering your credentials and travel details (number of passengers, passport copies and photos with white background).
  • Pay the fee.
  • Proceed to the completion of the process.
  • Go to the nearest Amer typing centre in Dubai .
  • Buy a queue ticket and wait.
  • Submit your application.
  • Wait for your request to proceed.

VISA PROCESSING TIME

Usually visa extension in Dubai takes 3 to 5 business days. However, the time may vary according to your visa type and other specific requirements.

Once you’re extended visa is processed, you can collect it via the visa application centre or a local post office as directed by the authorities.

HOW TO EXTEND TOURIST VISA IN DUBAI UPON ARRIVAL

Citizens of some countries can renew tourist visa in Dubai upon arrival for the same period. Here’s how to do it.

  • Log in to the GDRFAD smart service system through username or UAE Pass
  • Search for the visa renewal service
  • Fill in the application data
  • Pay the service fee

GDRFAD online portal for visa extension on arrival

The following citizens can apply for a visit visa extension in Dubai upon arrival:

  • USA visa holder
  • US National
  • UK residence visa holder
  • Citizens with residence visa from European Union countries
  • Indian national with at least one special visa that is valid for six months or more

COST OF TOURIST VISA EXTENSION IN DUBAI

The general visit visa renewal UAE price is AED 600 with a 5% value-added tax. However, for those inside the country, the fee is AED 500.

The following additional fees are applicable if the sponsored person is inside the country.

Please note that the total visit visa renewal UAE price may vary depending on the circumstances surrounding the sponsored individual.

DUBAI TOURIST VISA EXTENSION FINE

Visa overstayers who don’t renew their tourist visa will have to pay a fine of AED 50 for each extra day they have overstayed. There used to be a 10-day grace period after which the fine was imposed. However, that is no longer the case, and the fine is imposed right after the day your visa has expired.

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VISIT VISA EXTENSION IN DUBAI RULES

  • There are multiple types of tourist visas in Dubai , including five-year multiple entry tourist visa, Dubai visa on arrival and Dubai Visit Visa for GCC Nationals and Residents.
  • You can extend the validity period of UAE visa for additional 30 days, it can be done twice for every 30 days.
  • You can stay in the country for up to 120 days within the same year, this is the maximum duration allowed, and after this, you will have to extend your visa.
  • Check the expiry date of the first extension and apply for a second renewal before it expires.

EXEMPTION FROM A TOURIST VISA EXTENSION IN DUBAI

Certain tourists are not required to apply for a tourist Dubai visa extension. These include:

  • Residents in GCC countries
  • Visitors accompanied by GCC nationals
  • Those on special entry permits
  • Those on a “96-hour permit for special missions”

FAQs ABOUT EXTENSION OF TOURIST VISA IN DUBAI & MORE

For how long a tourist visa remains valid.

The duration of a tourist visa depends upon its type. In Dubai, you may opt for a single-entry or multiple-entry visa. According to the new rules, a single-entry visa is valid for 30 or 60 days and can be extended for another 30 days.

WHAT IS THE 1-MONTH VISA EXTENSION DUBAI PRICE?

1-month visa extension Dubai price is AED 600 for a single entry. Please contact GDRFA for the exact cost.

WHO TO CONTACT IN CASE OF QUERIES REGARDING A DUBAI TOURIST VISA?

You can reach out to the following entities:

  • GDRFA Dubai: 800-5111
  • Amer: +971-4-230-0500

HOW TO RENEW A TOURIST VISA IN THE OTHER EMIRATES OF THE UAE?

You can renew a tourist visa in other emirates of the UAE through the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP/ICA). Here is how you can do it:

  • Visit the online portal of ICP/ICA.
  • Click on the “Services” tab.
  • Find “Individual Services” from the drop-down menu and click it.
  • Scroll down to the “Extension of a Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa” and click it.
  • Click the “Start Service” icon in the top-right corner.
  • Register via UAE Pass.
  • Apply to extend permit (Single/multiple entries).

Alternatively, you can visit ICP/ICA-approved typing centres to initiate the visa extension process in the UAE.

DO AIRLINES OFFER A VISIT VISA IN THE UAE?

You can apply for a visit visa through airlines like Etihad Airways, Emirates, Fly Dubai and Air Arabia. Each of them has different conditions. However, their basic condition is that you are flying with them.

CAN I APPLY FOR A RESIDENCE VISA IF I AM WORKING OUTSIDE THE UAE?

Yes, foreigners employed outside the UAE can apply for a virtual work visa . This one-year visa allows you to enter the country under self-sponsorship and work as per the terms and conditions of the issued visa.

CAN INDIVIDUALS BELOW 18 YEARS APPLY FOR A DUBAI TOURIST VISA EXTENSION?

Parents of children below 18 must apply for a visa extension on their behalf. Those over 18 years of age can apply themselves.

That concludes our guide on extending tourist visas in Dubai/UAE. Whether you are on a residence or visit visa, it’s a good practice to submit a UAE visa status enquiry so you can renew it on time. Also, please make sure you are aware of  prohibited items in checked baggage at Dubai Airport .

Want to learn about Dubai visas ? Our guide has all the details. If you have a layover in the UAE, here’s how to apply for a UAE transit visa .

There have been major changes in the UAE family visa rules. Our blog details everything you need to know.

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How can I extend my tourist visa as a Nigeria citizen and also check when my tourist visa would expire

Hello Paul, Thank you for reaching out. Please see Application Process .

Pls give me the address of the office where one can renew my UAE visit visa

Hello Adesina,

Thank you for reaching out. Here is a list of Amer typing centres in the UAE: https://www.ica.gov.ae/en/emirates-id-centers/typing-centers.aspx . You can visit any of these places based on your location to get your visa renewed.

If you have any more questions, feel free to reach out to us.

My visit visa will expire tomorrow. I am Lebanese on visit Visa here in UAE. Beirut airport is close. What should I do? please advise!!!!!

Thank you for reaching out, please see Application Process .

Hello, good day My visit visa is about to expire and I cannot exit because of the situation on ground and I don’t have extra cash for visa extension what can I do?

Hello tems,

Thank you for reaching out. We would recommend you to discuss this matter with General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA).

I have 3 months visit visa but it will expire on 13 th of this month how can I renew my visa because pakistan airport is blocked due to corna.

Hello Bilal,

Thank you for reaching out. Please see Application Process .

I want to know my visa status

Hello Nalugo,

Thank you for reaching out. Please see How to check UAE visa status – A step-by-step guide .

I have already renewed my tourist visa once and it is about to expire. My company has started the visa process but I still haven’t got any clarity from them with regards to vis status. Will I be penalised for the same or I can stay in Dubai and there isn’t any need to exit. If I exit will the visa process for the company stop?

Hello Ankit. Thank you for reaching out. We would recommend that you talk to your company pertaining to this issue. You can also refer to Rules and Regulations for more clarification.

I want to extend my 90 days visit visa through online. When I enter GDRFA website I couldn’t find the option for extending visit visa. Do I need to register and login ? Please give the detail information.

Hello Noushad,

Thank you for reaching out. Yes, you will need to login or register on GDRFA website to apply for a visa renewal. Alternatively, you can also download the GDRFA app and click ‘Services’ and tap ‘Visa Extension’ to apply for an extension.

Thank you very much

Hi..i am sandun. I just signed my offer letter and i have new labour card which is expire march 29. I am waiting for my new working visa. Currently im on visit visa. My visit visa expire on February 24. Do i need to extend my visa. Or can i wait untill my company work visa.please help

Hello Sandun. Thank you for reaching out. We would recommend you to contact the HR department of the company. You can also refer to Rules and Regulations .

Hi, i want to know whats the proceedure to extend long term 90 days tourist visa for a month or another 90 days. i’ve follwing question to get answer

1) whom should i contact for extention and what fee and documents are required ? 2) How long does it take to get extention ? 3) lastly, do i have to go through same tourist company ? who got me first 90 days visa or can i apply online for extention myself ?

Tourist company is quoting quiet high & unrealistic rates for extention, AED. 900 for a month extention & AED. 2200 for 3 months extention.

Appreciate, quick and complete answers for above queries. Thanks

Hello Amir,

Hope you are doing well. Thank you for reaching out. You may contact Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship- ICA (the eChannel for residency and citizenship), or the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) to extend your visa. The cost to renew a visa is AED 600. Please see Application Process .

Hi,I will travel to Dubai on UK passport for 43 days, how and where can I extend my stay from 30 days to 43 days. I am visiting family. How much will it cost please. Thank you.

Hello Jean,

Thank you for reaching out, please see visa renewal upon arrival .

Hi, How do i extend my tourist visa, what is the website, where i can apply or do I need to do it with a typing center.

Hello Wahid,

I hope you are doing well. Thank you for reaching out, please see application process .

Very helpful information

Hello Javed,

Thank you so much for reaching out. We are glad that you got valuable information from our blog. For more informative and interesting posts, stay tuned to MyBayut.

My I’d 6 March expire I want renew how to check my visa

Hello Akhilesh,

Thank you for reaching out, please see application process .

Good Morning, I want to apply for a visa extension which was provided by Etihad Airways for 90 days, please can you guide me on the steps to do so

Hello Gareth,

Hi ,i living in u.a.e on 3 month visit visa . My visa expire on 30/3/2020 i want to renew my vist visa but u.a.e goverment all visa closed on 17 March .so how can I renewal my vist visa

Hello Rajat,

Thank you for reaching out. Unfortunately, the UAE government has announced to temporarily suspend the issuance of visit visas effective from 17th March 2020, following the outbreak of Coronavirus pandemic so you will have to apply to renew your visa as soon as possible. For more information and updates, you may call GDRFA centre at 800 5111 or Federal Authority for Identity & Citizenship at 600522222.

good day, is it possible to renew my brother’s visit visa for 3 months. he is from Kyrgyzstan. today I was informed that from Saturday It will stop all the visa changes, his visa will expired on 01.04.2020. please advice me, what to do?

thanks for your quick respond,

Hello Nurzhan,

Good morning, how do I extend my visit visa I was to go for visa change on 1 April now with Corona sickness I don’t know what to do and I don’t want my visa to expire

Hello Caroline,

my 90 days visit visa about to expire, i want to renew it for more 30 days, what is the procedure and where to go for renew existing visa for renewal?

Hello Hamed,

HI, Can visit visa be extended with the visa restriction?

Hello Igbe,

Thank you for reaching out. We would suggest you visit the GDRFA office or contact them at +971-800-5111 to know this specific information.

How much for 1 month renewal of uae visa for Indians

Hello Faizal,

Thank you for reaching out, the charges for 1 month renewal are AED 550.95.

If I have a tourst visa that expires on April 20, 2020 and applied for a visa extention on March 16, 2020. When will the extended tourist visa start? After April 20 or right after applying (March 16)? Thank you.

Hello Thess,

Thank you for reaching out. The extended tourist visa period will start from April 20, 2020, since that would be the day when your current visa would be expired.

Good Morning , it’s Michele here, I’m Italian and I already had my visa extended for 90 days from February the 21st , day of my last arrival to UAE ( where I am for consultancy business). My extended Visa expires on May the 21st and my flight to Milan, booked for the 16 th of May has been canceled by Emirates . What do I have to do now please ? Thank you so much

Hello Michele,

Thank you for reaching out. We would recommend you to discuss this matter with GDRFA at +971-800-5111.

I would like to extend my visit visa for one month. Previous visit Visa issued from abu dhabi, Etihad sponsored. How i can extend my visa for one month?

Hello Wasi,

Hi , My visa going to expire soon, but I can’t go back india due to corona outbreak. Is there any possibility to extend my 90 days UAE tourist visa. What is the charge for it.

Hello Abduraheem,

Thank you for reaching out, please see application process and cost .

We have been doing border visa runs for my 4 year old (American passport holder) while we are waiting to put her on my husbands visa, due to corona we can not do a border run. Does this service work in this case? What do you suggest?

Hello Chane,

Thank you for reaching out. Indeed, it is not possible to do a border run amid Coronavirus pandemic. We would recommend you to apply for an extension of the visit visa.

I’m Indian,come down to uae on visit visa, and already extended one month and it’s going to get expire on March 31st. So kindly guide how to extend mg visa for next 30 days and where I need to apply. ( previously I have extended through my agent, whos is charging too high now).

Kindly guide me at the earliest

Hello Shajeer,

Hi, i have a visit visa from 1st March for one month. Due to corona virus situation i can’t come back to Ukraine. How can i extend my visa?

Hello Lidiia,

Good day sir.how can i extend my visit visa .am having tomorow my last day.please help me on what to do.and how much will it cost me for 90days.please.am a cameroonian.

Hello Ello,

Hi how can I’m extend my Visa coz now not possibly to go back no flights for India my Visa finish 5 April 2020

Hello Junid,

Good afternoon Today 30/March /2020 my visit visa it as expired how can I apply for the new one because office are still under quarantine

Hello Asha,

Extend my visa

Hello Rafay,

Hello. Good evening. My husband came in visit Visa 3 months before and we extended his Visa before that but now his visa expires on 3rd April and he cannot go back to our country because of lockdown. What should we do for Visa extension ? If UAE government has stopped issuing Visa will he be fined ? Please reply us what should we do we just have 3 days now. Thank you. Your response will be highly appreciated.

Hello Sameera,

My visit visa will expire tomorrow. I am an indian on visit Visa here in UAE. Dubai airport is close. What should I do? please advise!!!!!

Hello Kannan,

Thank you for reaching out. We would suggest you apply for visa extension as soon as possible, please see application process .

I have a question, my nephew visa is expired by March 20 , 2020 ,I this situation the airport is closed hy March 25 , so many travel agent is telling different2 and with fee a lot of money I need to spend .. can you give me advice what should I do? And I saw the news if they will waves the fines it’s confirmed ? Thank you for Your help

Hello Anto,

Thank you for reaching out. Don’t worry, the UAE government has announced a visa exemption for all types of visit visas expired during flight suspension so your nephew can stay in the UAE till the airports are closed without paying fine. It would be better for your nephew to stay till flight operations resume.

Please note that this exemption is valid till the flight suspension is over.

We hope this helps. If you have any more questions, please feel free to reach out.

Hello Good morning. my wife and my Kid came in Visit visa for 3 months which is going to expire in April 13th. unfortunately there was no flight available going to India due to lock down . What should we do for Visa extension ? visit visa was issued through a local typing center. could you please let me know visa extension procedure or if the Government has provided any grace period due to Covid -19. i spoke to the agent from whom i got visa for extension they are asking an amount 1200 AED per person. Awating for your reply

Hello Dennis.

Thank you for reaching out. Yes, the government has announced a visa exemption for all types of visit visas expired during flight suspension so your family can stay in the UAE till the airports are closed without paying fine. Once the flight operations resume, you can apply for a visa extension.

We hope this helps. If you have any more questions, please feel free to reach out to us.

hello I want to renew my mother inlaws 3 month tourist visa which will expire on april 12th. I dont have a gdfra login ID also. how is it possible pls give details

Hello Asokan,

Thank you for reaching out. Don’t worry, the government has announced a visa exemption for all types of visit visas expired during flight suspension so your mother-in-law can stay in the UAE till the airports are closed without paying fine. Once the flight operations resume, she can apply for a visa extension.

As for your second question, you need to have an account on GDRFA to log in. If you have Emirates ID, you can sign up on GDRFA using this link: https://amer.gdrfad.gov.ae/auth/signup

My friend is on visit visa for 90 days for employment purpose. But his visa will expire on 19th April. UAE is allowing for visa extension so will he be still eligible to search Job on extended visa by UAE or he has to apply for new visa himself

Thank you for reaching out. We would advise you to call GDRFA on 800-5111 to get a specific response for your query.

We hope this helps. Good luck!

Hello Vishnu,

i need to renew my visit visa it will expire on 28 April 2020 , the 600 AED is only processing fees , or that’s the total cost for renewal ?

Hello GEM, please see cost .

Hi I’m AbdulMalik. My visit visa will be expire on 07-04-2020. How i get new visit visa can you tell me please

Hello Abdul Malik,

My mother-in-law is staying in Abu Dhabi and she is having visit visa until 15-04-2020. Due to suspension of flights my aunty is unable to travel India. As per the UAE latest rules, three months exemption on visit visa without exit UAE.

So please confirm me, without extending my aunty visit visa is she can able to stay in UAE during this exemption period. Please confirm me also, is it necessary to do visit visa renewal or extension in exemption period.

Hello Ramakrishna,

Thank you for reaching out. Yes, she can stay in the UAE during the exemption period without paying fine. As for your second question, she will need to apply for renewal during her stay here. For any specific inquiries, you can call Amer call centre on 8005111.

We hope this helps. If you have any more questions, feel free to reach out to us.

As understandable that During exemption period visit visa holders can stay in UAE without fines. Visit visa holders are they require to renew their visit visa during this exemption period?. Are they can renew their visit visa after completion of exemption period?.

Please confirm us.,

Thanks RAMAKRISHNA

You will need to apply for an extension or renewal after the specified duration, please see application process for more information.

During the covid 19 i am unable to go back to india so there will charge fine or renwals the visa???

Hello Fardeen,

Thank you for reaching out. Since the UAE government has announced an exemption for all types of visit visas expired during flight suspension, so there are no charges to renew a visa.

If you have any more questions, feel free to write to us.

HI HOW MUCH I NEED RENEW MY VISIT

Hello Qaisar,

Thank you for reaching out, please see cost .

Hello, My visit visa is about to expire and I cannot exit because of the situation on ground and I don’t have extra cash for visa extension what can I do?

Hello Amar,

Thank you for reaching out. Don’t worry, the UAE government has announced a visa exemption for all types of visit visas expired during flight suspension, so you can wait for a while and apply for an extension once you have enough resources. For further details, you can reach out to GDRFA on 800-5111.

Hello! My mother’s visa is expiring today. I checked with a travel agency yesterday for renewal. They are charging 2150 DHS for a 90days visa. Can I get it renewed for a lesser price as I have never paid so much for 90days visa and im not sure if they’re charging extra. Kindly advise soon! Thank you!

Hello Satarupa,

Thank you for reaching out. We would advise you to check with other travel agencies or contact GDRFA on 800-5111.

Hello ma’am please how can i check the validity of my visa status for 3 months visa online? i need perfect site to check it thanks

Hello Susan,

As per the announcement regarding the all UAE visa extension from 13th April, all visa types expiring from march 1 will be extended untill end of the year. What a person with visit visa, which will expiry in may should do to extend? Or will it be done automatically? Wouldnt they have a problem later in airport?

Thank you for reaching out. For those with visit visas, the UAE has announced a visa exemption, so you will need to apply for visa extension procedure once the exemption period is over. Since it’s a directive issued by the UAE government, so you will get to face no problem at the airport. For more inquiries, you can call GDRFA on 800-5111.

We hope this helps.

Hi, my visit visa expire on may 3,2020 How can I renew the visit visa again is there any consideration that is free visa renewal like that by your side..Please reply me soon

Hello Jayasudha,

Thank you for reaching out. No, there is no free visa renewal policy announced by the UAE government; however, there is an exemption for all types of visas expired during the travel ban.

Check visit visa valditi

Hello Kashmir Singh,

Thank you for reaching out to us. Thank you for reaching out. Please see How to check UAE visa status – A step-by-step guide .

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Tourist in the UAE? How to extend your visa while you're here

Visitors to dubai no longer have a 10-day grace period before they must begin to pay fines for overstaying.

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Visitors to the UAE whose visas are about to expire can extend their stay by up to 60 days if necessary.

Anyone who does not go through the proper procedures and stays beyond the validity of their visit visa will be subject to fines of Dh50 ($13.61) a day.

Visitors who stay beyond the time allowed without renewing their visas can also be arrested for staying in the country illegally. Inspection campaigns are regularly carried out to catch offenders.

Here The National explains how to avoid these fines by applying for a visa extension.

No more 'grace period'

Visitors to Dubai will no longer be granted a 10-day grace period when their tourist visa expires, so travel agents, The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP), and the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai (GDRFA) are urging visitors to apply for a 30-day extension visa before their original visa expires.

This extension can be applied for twice, resulting in an additional 60-day visit.

“People wishing to stay in the UAE after their visit visa expires should apply for a 30-day extension visa to stay legally in the country,” said an ICP call centre agent.

“They can apply for a second 30-day extension, maximum.”

More than 14 million people visited Dubai in 2022. Reuters

The authority encouraged visitors to arrange the extension in advance of the current visa expiring, and warned of the upper limit for number of days spent in the country.

“People should be aware that the total duration of stay within a year should not exceed 120 days,” the agent said.

How much does it cost?

According to the ICP website, the cost of extending a visit visa is Dh610.

However, according to Amer, an immigration service centre, the cost for an extension of a visa issued by GDRFA-Dubai is Dh800.

Fees can vary between Dh800 and Dh1,100 when applying through a travel agency.

Where do I go to get the extension?

“The 30-day extension visa can be issued by the same travel agency that issued the visa for the customer in the first place," said Roshan Davis, manager of Golden Talent Tourism Agency in Dubai.

Visitors who obtained a visa on arrival can apply for an extension via the ICP or GDRFA-Dubai websites, or customer service centres.

Anyone with a visa on arrival can also take their passport to Dubai airport immigration in the Terminal 3 arrival area, Mr Davis added.

What are the required documents?

Holders of a visit visa should send a copy of their original visa and passport to the travel agent for extension. They can also visit the ICP or GDRFA-Dubai website to apply for an extension and the visa will be extended within 48 hours.

The passport should have a validity of at least six months to apply for an extension.

For how many days can validity be extended?

The service allows visit visa holders to extend their visa for up to 60 days, in two applications of 30-day extensions.

Who is the tourist visa for?

Those who do not qualify for a visa on arrival or visa-free entry to the UAE can apply for a tourist visa.

Citizens from 69 countries and states are eligible for a visa on arrival in the UAE . Females below the age of 18 are not eligible to apply for a tourist visa unless they are travelling with their parents.

How can I apply for a tourist visa?

Visitors from countries that do not have a visa-on-arrival arrangement with the UAE can apply for their visas in advance through a travel agency or through the airline.

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Andorra, Australia, Brunei, Canada, China, Hong Kong-China, Japan, Kazakhstan, Macau-China, Malaysia, Mauritius, Monaco, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, San Marino, Singapore, Ukraine, United Kingdom and Northern Ireland, United States of America, Vatican City

Your 30 days free on arrival visa can be extended for another 30 days, it's a paid extension that costs approximately 990 AED. If in case you have missed to calculating, still UAE government gives you 10 days grace period and gives you an extension for another 20 days. Altogether you get 60 days from day 1 to exit.

If in case you do not like the long drive to Oman, you can opt for exit via airport.

Book Airport to airport visa change ticket with Arabiers – Lower cost than flying other destinations

Fly nearest Middle east country (Ex: Oman) & Exit UAE

Fly back within an hour to UAE

Enter again with the 30 days on arrival or ask Arabiers Express 60 days

If in case you need to stay longer then 60 days you can choose this option

On your last of your visa or before the day of expriry you can exit to any country or your home country.

As soon as exit, you can send us the exit stamp and the passport copy .

Wait till visa get approved

Get the 90 days UAE tourist visa visa email

Come back to have an extended stay in UAE.

If in case you need to stay 90 days without exiting the county you can get the in country 90 days tourist visa

Before 5 days of your current visa expiry contact us

Send us the passport copy, current visa or on arrival entry stamp and photo .

In 3-5 days your tourist visa will done.

We will get your change status done from your old visa to new visa .

Continue your stay for another 90 days without exit.

Argentina, Austria, Bahamas Islands, Barbados, Belgium, Bulgaria, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, El-Salvador, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Kiribati, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Maldives, Malta, Montenegro, Nauru, Netherlands, Norway, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Serbia, Seychelles, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Uruguay.

  • Brazil passport holders are eligible for a 90 day on arrival visa, which is valid for 365 days. This visa permits a total stay of 90 days which can be used within a one year duration.
  • South Korean passport holders are eligible for 90 days straight stay visas.

If you are looking for lower cost option, you may contact Arabiers for this option.

Set a date of exiting after finding the last day of your on arrival

Self-drive to Oman border

Exit UAE via Oman borders

Arabiers will apply for express visa for 30 or 60 days

Get the e-Visa and enter UAE

If in case do not like the long drive, you can option to exit via airport

Book Airport to airport visa change package with Arabiers

Fly nearest middle east country (Ex: Oman) & Exit UAE

Wait for Arabiers express 30 or 60 days e-Visa

Once you finish your 90 days free on arrival and wanted to stay another 90 days you can choose this option

On your last of your visa or before the day of expriry you can exit to any country or your home country

As soon as exit, you can send us the exit stamp and the passport copy

Get the 90 days UAE tourist visa visa via email

Come back to have an extended stay in UAE

If in case you need to stay 90 days without exiting the county after you finish your on arrival visa days you can opt for this option

Before 5 days of your current on arrival visa expiry contact us

Send us the passport copy, current visa or on arrival entry stamp and photo

In 3-5 days your tourist visa will done

We will get your change status done from your old visa to new visa

Continue your stay for another 90 days without exit

UAE visa Extension options for Prepaid / Pre-Arranged Visa Holders

Those who are not eligible to get on arrival visas need to arrange a prepaid visa / UAE prepaid tourist visa before arriving to UAE. After prepaid visa holders arrive in UAE, below are the options to extend your stay while nearing your visa expiry. We have listed below options for extending your stay in UAE

  • 1. Renewing your UAE tourist visa – Twice

2. Dubai Visa Run to Oman

3. airport to airport visa change, 1. renewing your prepaid tourist visa twice.

If you have obtained visa from an airline or tour operator, it's a sponsored prepaid tourist visa, and they can be extended twice for 30 days, the new reform yet to be clarified about this option, we will update soon

Nationals are eligible to get on arrival visa to Oman using this self drive option to exit UAE via Oman borders and reentering the UAE with the on arrival or prepaid visa, this extension method is famous among the on arrival nation. All 30 days on arrival nationals get another free visa by doing this visa run, and 90 days arrival nationals need to get a prepaid visa after exiting

A Most famous option among the prepaid visa holders flying to the nearest middle east airport and come back to UAE and wait for the visa and get back

Send your documents via WhatsApp.

Previous visa copy, clear colour scan of passport and photo of the applicants with a white background. Also, send us the residence visa page of the reference person.

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Make payment

Please send us the receipt

Book a visa change ticket.

We will book a visa change ticket at the available time slots. A visa change ticket is a special ticket with a visa change stamp.

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Get an exit stamp & boarding pass via WhatsApp

Reach the airport by 8am and send us a photo of your exit stamp and boarding pass before 9am. Regardless of your flight timing, the airport allows you to get your exit stamp and boarding pass early.

Fly and come back

Fly from UAE and come back to UAE.

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Get New UAE Visa via WhatsApp

Get the new visas from us through WhatsApp.

Enter UAE with the new visa.

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For Cancelled Residents

Anyone who gets their UAE Residence visa cancelled will get 30-60 days grace period based on the UAE immigration to make their next move in UAE. The grace period is free. Those who want to fly out can take up this time to prepare themselves by settling all (tenancy contracts, mobile bills, credit cards, loans & home connections) & leave. Those who are switching job or want to stay longer then grace period to finish their issues can obtain a tourist visa with the Oman visa run, airport to airport visa change or flying somewhere and returning. Overstaying after the grace period will result in fines worth 50 AED for each day with the new rule in 2024.

UAE visa extension new rules - 2024

A new UAE visa rule has been implemented, allowing Dubai residents to sponsor friends and family for stays of up to 90 days if they are outside the country. The application for this visa can be made through the GDFRA website, a mobile application, or the Amer centre. This type of visa is known as a UAE visit visa for relatives and Friends for 90 days. The authorities are yet to disclose extension details for this type of visa. Source: ICP

The new visa extension reforms, which came into effect on December 23, 2022, led to the discontinuation of the within-the-country tourist visa extensions in the UAE. Most visitors are now opting for the Airport to airport visa change & Oman visa run visa extension options. These easy in-country visa extension options came into effect due to the Covid pandemic & travel restrictions. Source: Arabiers Visa processing team

As per UAE's new visa reforms, individuals in UAE from October 3, 2022, onwards will get a 60-day visit in the country visa. Now visitors may choose extensions between single and multiple entries for 30 or 60 days & all nationalities can avail of these extension options. Source: ICP

Individuals Whose permits were cancelled by their sponsors or employers in UAE can obtain a new tourist visa without exiting the UAE by choosing inside country visa change without exit (Source: Gulf News, June 06, 2020)

The Royal Police of Oman announced on 25 th October 2019 that all nationalities visiting Oman should apply for a pre-entry visa to be able to enter the country. This rule is effective from 1 st November 1, 2019 onwards, and individuals opting for an Oman visa run to extend their visas need to plan in advance (Source: The National 19 th November 2019)

Nationalities eligible for on arrival UAE visas can extend their visit from an on-arrival visa to a prepaid visa without leaving the UAE.

Travel insurance that covers COVID-19 is now available in UAE. Individuals extending their visit or UAE tourist visas without exiting the country are encouraged to get it in case of unfavourable situations.

Indian with USA Visa, EU Residence permit & UK Residence permit holders get on-arrival UAE tourist visa cost of 100 AED on arrival. You will also be charged a 20 AED service charge, after which you can proceed to the passport control counter & you are eligible to stay for 14 days. According to the sources, this period can be extended once for a period of another 14 days by paying a renewal fee of 250 AED plus a 20 AED service charge in immigration centres. If the Indian traveller overstays this time duration, they will be charged a fine of 100 AED for every extra day stayed in UAE and 200 AED for the departure permit. Any Indian travel travellers who wish to extend them on-arrival visas are advised to visit immigration or the airport directly & if wanted to stay 1 or 2-month visa can contact us. Source: Gulf News

UAE New work week 2023

Following the UAE government's plan to reduce the working week to four and a half days, UAE immigration will do the same. This is in line with the country's ambition to become the region's most effective and efficient corporate and economic development hub.

Beginning January 1, 2022, the weekend on Saturday and Sunday, as well as limited working hours on Friday, will affect Arabiers' UAE tourist visa renewal service. Those wishing to stay in the UAE longer should apply for extensions and in-country visas during the new work week, which runs from Monday to Friday. It is better to get your extension or in-country done before your current visa expires and to have your status changed a day before your current visa expires.

Expiring visas, Passport & Validity

To be able to apply for a new tourist visa in UAE, your passport must have minimum 6 months of validity. While you are in the UAE, you may need to renew your passport. If you are an on-arrival or pre-arranged visa & your passport expiry is approaching, we advise you to renew your passport way ahead of time. Otherwise, you can end up paying overstay fines. After renewing your passport, you can easily exit and come with the new tourist visa with the options explained.

And your current visa based on your nationality it would vary the expiry date, you may check on Official UAE websites only

  • echannels.moi.gov.ae (Abu Dhabi)
  • GDRFA (Dubai)

Reforms and Updates related to UAE visa Extension 2024

  • December 13, 2023 Effective immediately, citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina can embark on journeys to the United Arab Emirates without the obligation of obtaining a visa, as per the bilateral agreement signed this Monday. The all-encompassing agreement, which encompasses tourism, business, and short-term visits, was formally announced by the UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This decision, set in motion by the UAE in April, underscores the deepening diplomatic connections between the two nations and affirms the mutual commitment to strengthening ties and facilitating smooth travel for citizens of both Bosnia and Herzegovina and the UAE. ( Source: Arabiers processing team )
  • September 27, 2023 The United Arab Emirates is contemplating the implementation of a new visa system, as announced by Economy Minister Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri. This system is designed to simplify travel for residents within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Presently, citizens of these nations can move across borders without constraints; however, foreign residents still must secure visas. The planned system aims to enable Gulf residents to traverse the region freely, without the requirement of visas. The GCC encompasses Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, and Qatar. ( Source: Gulfnews )
  • July 25, 2023 A new 90 days leisure in country visa option has been introduced for those who are wanting to stay without exit. This option starts with applying new in country leisure visa and then it changed to current tourist or on arrival visa to new leisure visa. These visas are unable to extended. ( Source: Arabiers processing team )
  • May 31, 2023 The UAE immigration authorities have abolished the 10-day grace period previously provided to visitors holding prepaid visit visas. Now, prepaid visa holders can only stay for 30 days or 60 days. After completing the specified duration, it is strongly recommended that individuals either go for a visa extension or leave the country to prevent incurring fines for overstaying or facing potential consequences related to absconding. ( Source: Arabiers processing team )
  • Febraury 06, 2023 There is a confusion among the visitors between prepaid visa validity extension and in-side extension. The validity period for a 30 or 60-days prepaid visa used to be 60 days within which duration the holder has to enter the UAE or the visa becomes invalid. The Federal Authority for Identity, Nationality, Customs and Ports Security (ICP), has introduced a new service that allows prepaid visa holders to extend this duration for an additional 60 days by paying the necessary fee while being out of UAE. Effective from February 6, 2023, onwards, this will prove helpful for visa holders who can't enter UAE within the set validity period (60 days) due to some unexpected circumstances. It can be extended (only once). More details will be provided as soon as more information is received. ( Source: ICP UAE )
  • January 23, 2023 There will be a surcharge of 100 AED per service offered by the UAE ICP in accordance with the latest updates. This charge is applicable for Emirates ID, visitor visas and residents visas, to name a few. ( Source: ICP UAE )
  • September 27, 2022 Travellers who have a layover in any UAE airport will be given either a 48-hour or 96-hour transit visa, which cannot be renewed.
  • August 20, 2022 Children under 16 years of age travelling to Dubai are not required to take a COVID-19 PCR test before they travel.
  • August 13, 2022 The UAE Cabinet has planned to increase the standard stay duration from 30 days to 60 days starting from September. This step, along with many other visa changes, will be implemented to double the time tourists spend in the UAE. ( Source: The National )
  • July 19, 2022 PCR tests need to be taken every 14 days to maintain the Green Status in the Al Hosn app, as informed by the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA). ( Source: Gulf News )
  • July 09, 2022 The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources announced that the holidays for Eid Al Adha will be from Friday, 8th July to Monday, 11th July. Eid will be celebrated on Saturday, 9th July, and work will resume from Tuesday 12th July. ( Source: The National )
  • July 04, 2022 Emirates advises customers to make early reservations as more than 550,000 passengers are anticipated to depart from the UAE during the summer months in June and July. The airline is advising customers to start planning their summer vacations as soon as possible to ensure they can fly on their preferred dates and flights. The airline is reporting increased daily booking volumes. Source: The National
  • June 13, 2022 The USA abolishes the requirement of producing a negative PCR test report when foreign travellers are entering the country. Travellers flying from UAE to USA are no more required to face a PCR test before travelling. You can confirm with your airlines at the time of booking. Source: BBC
  • May 23, 2022 Highlights of UAE’s updated entry procedures for international travellers: Emirati or GCC Nationals are permitted to enter UAE by showing only their ID cards as announced by National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA) on April 29, 2022. Fully-vaccinated travellers need to provide a credible vaccination certificate with a QR code proving that they have received the recommended dosage of a WHO-approved vaccine. Unvaccinated travellers need to face a PCR test 48 hours before departure to UAE and show the negative test report(with QR code) at entry into UAE. Travellers below 16 years who haven’t been fully vaccinated are exempted from taking a PCR test upon arrival but must strictly adhere to all COVID measures laid out in UAE. Travellers who are exempted from a PCR test or possessing a vaccination certificate are kids younger than 12 years, travellers with disabilities or physically challenged. Source: Gulf News
  • April 18, 2022 Any unvaccinated travellers applying for a visa extension after the 19th of April 2022 must undergo a PCR test within 48 hours before departure and get the green status on Al Hosn app by completing all forms. This is not applicable for travellers younger than 16 years. Source: National Crisis and Emergency Management Authority
  • April 05, 2022 India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare(MoHFW) announced on 31st March 2022 that fully vaccinated UAE passengers travelling to India will be exempted from taking a pre-departure PCR test. Travellers must complete the Air Suvidha Self declaration form and upload their vaccine certificate that was issued by a government body. Non-vaccinated travellers will have to submit their negative PCR test report taken within 72 hours before departure along with the form. This is not applicable to children below 5 years of age. Airlines will only allow passengers with the completed Air Suvidha self-declaration form to board. All travellers are urged to download India’s official COVID-19 contact-tracing app, Arogya Setu. Source: Gulf News
  • January 03, 2022 Visitors to Abu Dhabi from UK who intended to travel back or extend the stays urged to check this update, the United Kingdom has been removed from Abu Dhabi's green list of travel destinations. Unvaccinated passengers from the United Kingdom will be required to quarantine in a residence or hotel for ten days upon arrival in Abu Dhabi. Passengers from non-green list countries who have been vaccinated are tested upon arrival and again six days afterwards. It is not necessary for them to quarantine. The test-on-arrival at Abu Dhabi International Airport is free, and the day-six test is also free at any Seha clinic. This change will be effective from January 3rd 2022 onwards. ( Source: The National )
  • December 29, 2021 Those who are on a tourist visa in Abu Dhabi urged to see this new update if plans to leave & come for visa change. For the month of December 2021, Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) Green List of countries, regions, and territories has been updated to accommodate only 73 countries from the previous 95 and has been into effect from Sunday, December 26, 2021. After arrival in Abu Dhabi, all passengers arriving from the amended 'Green List' destinations will be exempt from necessary quarantine measures. The 'Green List' of countries in Abu Dhabi is a collection of overseas territories believed to pose little risk of spreading Covid-19 into the emirate. Travellers must show a negative Covid-19 PCR test result that is valid for up to 48 hours prior to departure. Upon arrival at Abu Dhabi International Airport, passengers will be required to take another PCR test. On Day 6, vaccinated travellers on the new 'Green List' would undergo a second PCR test. Unvaccinated travellers flying from countries on the 'Green List' are obliged to take PCR tests on Days 6 and 9. Source: Gulf News
  • November 27, 2021 Flights originating from Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe will be suspended from Monday(29) November onwards to prevent the spread of the new COVID-19 variants. The announcement was made by the General Civil Aviation Authority, the Supreme Council for National Security and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority. This suspension does not affect any flights flying from the UAE to any of the above-mentioned countries. Source: Gulf News
  • September 19, 2021 If you have lengthened your stay in UAE by extending your visa, you can now travel to and from Abu Dhabi without worrying about facing a COVID19 PCR test which was previously compulsory. This rule was eliminated and is effective from 19 September, 2021. From 2 July, 2020 anyone entering Abu Dhabi by road was required to show the police at the Abu Dhabi entry points a negative COVID19 PCR test certificate. Although a PCR test is no longer required to enter Abu Dhabi from Dubai, it is still important to have the “green status” in their Al Hosn App to be allowed entry into public places. ( Source: The National )
  • April 25, 2021 As of April 25th 2021 Abu Dhabi has permitted travel for individuals from countries permitted in their green list. If your nationality falls under the green list, you can enter Abu Dhabi with your on arrival facility. If you are EU national and have used up your allocated 90 day on arrival stay duration and wish to revisit Abu Dhabi again, we can assist you by applying for a pre-arranged visa Check Green list
  • Febraury 28, 2021 Travellers holding expired 30 day and 90 day visas will get an automatic visa extension until March 31, stated a source from the GDRFA (General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs). This decision was brought about due to lockdowns and travel restrictions imposed in numerous countries due to the new strain of COVID19 virus. Further details, how it works & procedures yet to be confirmed by the authorities ( Source: Khaleejtimes )
  • Febraury 24, 2021 There is a new update released by the gov.uk website about the visa fine waiver for UK visitors stranded in Dubai. The update mentions that the GDRFA (The Director General of Dubai Immigration) has renounced the charging of any administrative fines until March 31, 2021 for visitors stranded in Dubai due to flight restrictions and have overstayed their permitted stay duration. Specific details about this update have not been confirmed by the UAE immigration. ( Source:Gov.uk )
  • February 12, 2021 While checking travelers visa expiry dates we notice certain travelers granted free stay until first week of March 2021. Further information and specifics yet to be confirmed by UAE immigration
  • January 29, 2021 British travellers stay will be extended without any cost. This decision was bought about after UK imposed a travel ban for travellers from UAE which takes effect from Friday, 29 January. All flights that were scheduled after 1 pm UK time will not be operating. ( Source:Gulf News )
  • January 07, 2021 Tourists currently in UAE holding tourist & on arrival visas that were expired between December 19, 2020 and January15, 2021 are permitted to stay in the country until the 26th of January,2021 as permitted by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) Source: Khaleej Time
  • December 28, 2020 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announces a complementary one-month extension for UAE tourist visas . He also stated that this extension is valid for all nationalities as a token of help for those who are stranded and unable to fly back to their homelands due to the discovery of a new Corona variant. Source: The National
  • November 17, 2020 UAE ordered a fine waiver program, this order is applicable for individuals who have been illegally overstaying in UAE after their visit, residency or tourist visa expired before March 1 2020 Source: Gulf Times
  • September 11, 2020 UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) confirmed that the grace period given on Tuesday 11th August 2020, will end on Thursday 10th September 2020. Visitors must exit the country or change their visa status to avoid being fined whilst exiting the country or extending their stay. The fine is 200 AED for the first day and 100 AED per subsequent day from Thursday 10th September 2020. Source: Khaleej Times
  • August 26, 2020 The end of the deadline for individuals holding expired UAE tourist on arrival visas is nearing. Friday 11 th September 2020 is the final date for expired tourist visa holders to exit UAE. This should not be confused with the deadline for expired residence visa holders who have until Tuesday 17 th November 2020. Officially it is approved for visitors to stay fine-free until Friday 11 th September 2020. Visitors need to exit UAE or do a visa change to stay in the country legally. ( Source: Gulf News )
  • August 10, 2020 The ICA (Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship) had given a deadline until Tuesday 11 th August 2020 for those stuck in UAE because of grounded flights to exit the country. The ICA stated on Monday 10 th August 2020 that this grace period will be extended for an additional 30 days, until Friday 11 th September 2020. Any individual who has been stranded in the country from March should leave before this date or pay the overstay fines. Source: Khaleej Times
  • July 17, 2020 The Federal Authority for identity and Citizenship (FAIC) stated on Thursday that expired Visit visa holders are requested to exit UAE before Tuesday 11 th August 2020 or apply for a one month grace period. Source: Gulf news
  • July 13, 2020 Tourists staying in UAE with visas expired after Sunday 1 st March 2020 are given a one month grace period to exit the country or apply for a visa status change. This was announced by the Federal Authority for identity and Citizenship (FAIC) on Monday so as these individuals won't have to face the charges of overstaying fines. Source: Khaleej time
  • July 12, 2020 Individuals holding a UAE tourist visa are kindly requested to exit the country within one month starting from 12 th July to prevent incurring any fines. This was stated by Brig Al Kabi. Source: Gulf News
  • July 11, 2020 From 11 th July 2020 the grace period for visas and entry permits will depend solely on a rigorous schedule put forward by the ICA. ( Source: Khaleej Times )
  • July 10, 2020 The statement that visa and entry permit validity granted from 1 st March ,2020 until 31 st December for individuals inside the country has been cancelled. This cancellation will be effective from 11, th July 2020 onwards. ( Source: Gulf News )
  • May 25, 2020 If the individual’s residence permits or entry permits expired before 1 st March 2020, they are given time until 18 th August 2020 to leave the UAE without any fines. Holders of entry permits (tourist visa or on arrival) residence visas that have expired after 1 st March 2020 are granted a grace period until 31 st December 2020 to leave UAE without incurring any fines. This rule is exempted for individuals holding cancelled UAE Residence visas and new born babies. Source: Gulf News & ICA (Federal Authourity for identity and citizenship
  • May 14, 2020 As per orders of UAE president, his Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, anyone who holds a UAE entry permits that was expired before 1 st March 2020, is exempt from paying any overstay fines. These individuals will be given a 3 month grace period starting from 18 th May 2020 to exit the country. The fines are exempt for both entry visas and residency visas. Source: Khaleej Times
  • April 14, 2020 According to UAE Brigadier General Al Khabi: visitors who are still in the United Arab Emirates despite their tourist visas expiring before March 2020 , will get their visa validity extended until 31 st December 2020. Source: Khaleej Time
  • April 7, 2020 General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), Dubai has clarified visitors concerns and it announced a fine exemption time frame is declared from 1 st March until end of May 2020. ( Source: Khaleej Time)
  • April 1, 2020 UAE General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) decided to exempt fines for coming 3 months for all type of UAE Residency - Residence permit holders, & tourist permit holders. Source: Gulf News
  • April 2, 2020 Emirates got permission to operate flights with a limited number of passengers, it's aim to fly out & fly in to help the residents or visitors who wish to return to their home countries. Source: Gulf News
  • March 24, 2020 UAE tourist entry holders waiting for good news about the government visa extension announcement . On 23 rd March 2020 due to the suspension of all flights arrival and departure from UAE airports, it's expected they will be given a chance to extend the visas at a minimum fee to extend their stay in UAE without overstaying fines. Further updates will be announced within the next couple of days. ( Source: Khaleej Times)
  • March 19, 2020 UAE has made a decision to suspend entry for all new entry permit holders including the permit processed before 17th March as a preventive measure against the COVID-19 pandemic. The entry of individuals holding tourist entry permit or resident entry permits have been suspended until further notice. Although the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (FAIC) stated that the ban on permit processing won't affect the permits issued before the 17th March, the organization had requested local and international airliners to not carry any passengers holding UAE entry permits. ( Source: Khaleej Times)
  • March 12, 2020 Oman has halted the processing of all entry permits as a precautionary measure against COVID-19. Starting from the 15th March 2020, this decision will be upheld for a month and updated according to the current information about the pandemic. Due to this decision, any prepaid entry holders wanting to get an extension for their UAE permit have to rule out the airport to airport visa change option and the UAE visa change by bus option because both of these procedures require the visa holder to fly or drive out of UAE into Oman territory. Additionally, the Sultanate of Oman has also decided to stop the entry of cruise liners into the country. Other precautionary measures include banning of shisha in restaurants, reduction of court sessions and postponing all non-class student programs. ( Source: Gulfnews)
  • March 10, 2020 Numerous flights cancelled due to the Corona virus outbreak. Roughly 60 to 80 percent of travellers have cancelled or postponed their bookings as per various travel agents in the UAE. This is due to the many travel restrictions imposed by many countries and airliners as a precautionary measure against Corona virus. Most cancellations have been made to Middle Eastern countries such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain. As UAE's ministry of health has been advising to postpone any form of unnecessary travel, many Indian expats are not bringing their families on visit visas for the school holidays. The Ministry of Education has also announced that any students traveling from foreign countries will have to face thorough screening procedures and face quarantine before being sent home. ( Source: The national)
  • March 13, 2020 The Indian consulate has requested all Indian expats in UAE to postpone their trips to their home land until further notice. The Indian authorities have decided to quarantine all travellers upon arrival to limit the spread of the Corona virus. Thus, any leisure travel plans are requested to be postponed until a positive update. ( Source: Gulf News )
  • March 13, 2020 Due to the travel restrictions, UAE prepaid entry permit holders who want to extend their UAE entry permits must do so by the only procedure that is currently available, the no exit extension procedure. On-arrival permit holders are now given no exit entry permit change option as a special measure until all travel bans have been lifted. That means on-arrival visa holders can stay in UAE and apply for a new UAE entry permit if they want to extend their stay and don't have to return to their home country. Source: Gulf News

Frequently Asked Questions

My brother is in uae on a tourist visa and is currently staying on his grace period. will he be subject to overstay fines if he continues to stay here.

Before the grace period ending he must exit the country or legalize his stay. If not, he will be subject to paying Overstsying violation fines.

My tourist visa will expire at the end of this month. I am eager to know how I can renew it as I don't want to pay any overstay fines.

You can contact Arabiers team for more information.

I am in UAE, and I'm planning to stay for an additional 2 months. Will I be able to do it?

Yes, get in touch with the Arabiers team.

According to the new rule, can my mother, who is on a 60-day visa, get a 5-year visa without exit?

So far, there are no such announcements made. Just like you, we are also waiting for updates and details from the government. Now and then, check our 5 years tourist visa page for recent updates on the topic.

What is a visa change air ticket?

A visa change air ticket is a special ticket that includes a visa stamp which allows the ticket holder to fly to any nearby Middle Eastern country without an entry visa to that specific country. This ticket is allowed due to a special agreement between us and the airline.

Are there any additional deposits required for this process?

This depends on your nationality. Contact us to know more about it.

Can I fly back to my country and revisit UAE?

Yes, that is possible too, if you don’t prefer any of the visa extension methods mentioned above. We can assist you & get your new visa within 8-24 hours after you have exited UAE. Apart from this option being costly, the other disadvantage is that you need to book a return ticket to your country as well if you exit to your country or any other country.

How can I pay my overstay fine?

You can make the payment at the immigration counter in the airport while you exit on your current visa or you can seek our assistance to do

What are the fines for overstaying?

If you are overstaying with any type of visa, you will be charged 50 AED per day with the new rule came into place on October 2022

What happens if immigration rejects my extension application when I do airport to airport visa change?

If such a situation arises while you are in Dubai or Sharjah Airport, immediately book a flight to your home country and exit the airport. Booking flight ticket cost must be paid by you.

What is included in the airport-to-airport visa extension package?

UAE visa processing charge, VAT, service charge and a return flight ticket.

Do US citizens need a visa for Dubai?

If you are coming for a short holiday, you do not need one upfront. In any UAE airport on arrival, you get a free visa valid for 30 days, with 10 days grace period. You are also given the chance to extend your stay in multiple ways. But If you are planning to stay more than 30 days, it is better to get a 60-day prepaid visa through us at the cost of 690 AED.

How about a Dubai visa for US green card holders?

So far, Indian nationals holding a US Green card (valid green card) are given an on-arrival facility with the fee (100 AED & 20 AED Service fee), and if you are planning to stay more than 14 or 30 days, it is better to get prepaid ones.

How does a Dubai tourist visa renewal after expiry work?

Even if you overstay, UAE immigration allows you to extend your stay in UAE by paying the fines.A daily fine of 50 AED to be paid while exiting the country on the boarder or Airport

I've obtained my 60 days UAE visa through Air Arabia. Shall I extend with a local tour operator?

The visitor's obtaining visas through Etihad Airways, Emirates Airline, Fly Dubai & Air Arabia must contact the respective Airlines to extend their visas. If you would like to get a new visa, you can contact us.

I couldn't fly back to my home country. What are the options now to legalize my stay?

Unfortunately, exit is must now, unless you are one of the 30 days on arrival national (get 30 days extension without exit)

Is the Oman visa run open now?

Yes, it's open, and we operate 2 trips every week for 30 days on arrival nationals

Due to my residence permit process, I am overstaying my current tourist visa permit. What will happen to me?

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Dubai: If you are currently visiting the UAE on a tourist visa, it is important to note that if you plan to extend your stay you will only be able to extend the visa once, for a period of 30 days.

Last week, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) stated to Gulf News  that the decision to extend a one-time visit visa for 30 days only was issued several weeks ago and is being implemented in accordance with a decision issued by the UAE Cabinet.

So, if you are planning to come to the UAE on a visit visa, or are currently already in the UAE, here are the details of the visa application and extension process that you need to be aware of.

The extension can only be done by the sponsor of the original entry permit

Fahad K A, Visa coordinator at Deira Travel and Tourist Agency, spoke to Gulf News about the changes and what visitors should know to extend their visa easily.

“If a tourist agency applied for your visa, you would have to go to them for your extension. Whichever agency applied for your visa, only they can extend that visa,” he said.

If you do wish to stay for longer in the UAE, you would need to exit the country and then apply for a new tourist visa, on which you can enter the country. Many travel agencies also provide an ‘A2A’ service, which refers to an airport-to-airport service, that visitors use to exit the UAE and then return once a new visa is issued. However, it is important to remember that this is subject to the visa application by the agency being approved by the authorities.

Adnan Khan, operation manager at Siddique Haider Corporate Services Provider, advised visitors to always be aware of any such changes in regulations and seek professional advice. To find out about your specific visa application, you can either contact the ICP customer happiness centre – 600 522222 – or the Amer contact centre – 800 5111 .

“It is really important to make sure you stay in the UAE as per the duration of your visa, or you may face legal issues because of overstaying your visa,” he said.

Visit visa options

According to the statement by ICP, people can apply for a 30-, 60- or 90-day visa through the ICP website – icp.gov.ae – or the smartphone application ‘UAE ICP’, under the ‘Visit Visa For Friend or Relative’ category. This means that if you are a UAE resident, you can use this service to apply for a 30-, 60- or 90-day visa.

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• Recent passport size coloured photograph of the relative or friend. • Proof of kinship (birth or marriage certificate) – this is required in case you are sponsoring your family member’s visit visa. • A copy of the relative’s or friend’s valid passport. • A copy of your Emirates ID. • Proof of residence for the sponsored. Here you may be able to provide your rental contract or details of the hotel reservation for the relative or friend. • Copy of the return ticket.

For a step-by-step guide on how you can apply for this visa, click here .

How do I extend the visa?

As mentioned earlier, if your visa was issued by a tourist agency, you would need to approach them once again to ask for an extension. If you are here on a visit visa sponsored by your relative or friend, they can visit a typing centre that is registered with the ICP. These typing centres can be found all across the UAE and you can find all the locations here: https://icp.gov.ae/en/typing-offices/

If you are in Dubai, apart from typing centres, you can also visit an Amer centre. Amer centres processes immigration applications on behalf of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFAD) and you can find the list of all centres located in Dubai here: https://gdrfad.gov.ae/en/customer-happiness-centers#

When you do apply for the extension, it will be issued only once and for one month only , as per the latest statement by the ICP.

How much does the visa extension cost?

According to ICP, the extension for a period of 30 days costs Dh750 .

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Visit Visa Extension Dubai: 2024 Options

UAE government has recently introduced new Dubai visit visa extension regulations that make extending your visit visa easier than ever. Dubai attracts millions of visitors from around the world every year due to its luxurious skyscrapers, stunning beaches, and business opportunities . Furthermore, with its iconic landmarks like the Burj Khalifa and the Palm Jumeirah, Dubai offers a unique blend of modernity and tradition that makes it a popular destination among travelers.

But what if your initial visa isn’t enough time to soak it all in? With the introduction of the new visit visa extension rules you can explore the wonders of Dubai for longer to ensure your dream vacation becomes a reality.

Let’s explore these new visa extensions regulations and options in 2024 and understand the process to maximize your Dubai adventure!

Visit Visas in Dubai

Visit visas are permits issued by the government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that allow foreign visitors to enter and stay in Dubai for a specific purpose and timeframe. Moreover, these visas are applicable to anyone who wants to visit Dubai for tourism, business meetings, visiting family or friends, or for short-term medical treatment.

There are different types of visit visas available in Dubai, each with varying durations and limitations.

1. Tourist Visa

This is the most common type of visit visa, issued for leisure purposes. It can be a single-entry visa valid for 30 days from arrival or a multiple-entry visa valid for 30 days from the first entry with a total stay of 90 days within a 180-day period. There’s also a new long-term single-entry visa valid for 60 days from the date of issue.

2. On-Arrival Visa

Nationals of certain countries, including India, can obtain a visa upon arrival at Dubai airport. This visa is typically valid for 14 days and can be extended for an additional 14 days.

3. Visit Visa for Business Meetings

This visa is intended for business visitors attending meetings or conferences in Dubai. It is usually valid for 30 days.

Visitors to Dubai must comply with the regulations of their visa. Overstaying a visa can result in fines and even imprisonment. Visitors should also be aware of the restrictions on their visa type. For example, visitors on a tourist visa cannot work in Dubai.

Why You Might Need a UAE Visit Visa Extension

Dubai offers so much to experience, however, with so much to see and do, a standard 30 or 60-day visit visa might feel limiting. Here are some common reasons why visitors seek extensions:

1. Extended Stay

If your initial visit visa doesn’t cover your entire desired stay in Dubai, an extension allows you to stay legally for a longer period.

2. Unexpected Circumstances

Trip delays, missed flights, or unforeseen events can cause you to overstay your visa. Extensions help avoid fines and penalties associated with overstaying.

3. Business

Maybe your business meetings took longer than expected, or new opportunities arose requiring a longer stay. An extension helps you handle these situations.

4. Change of Plans

If your plans change during your visit and you decide to stay longer than initially intended, a visa extension allows you to do so legally.

5. Visiting Family/Friends

Spending more time with loved ones might be desirable. An extension allows you to extend your visit.

New UAE Visit Visa Extension Rules – 2024

There are many good updates for visitors to Dubai in 2024 regarding Dubai visit visa extensions. You now have more flexibility over your extended stay options. Both 30-day and 60-day visit visas can be extended for an additional 30 days at a time. Previously, extensions might have been limited to shorter durations.

The total duration of your stay in the UAE on a visit visa cannot exceed 180 days within a year. This means you can strategically apply for extensions throughout the year as long as you don’t go over 180 days cumulatively.

The option to extend your visa from within the UAE has also been reinstated. This eliminates the need to exit the country and re-enter for an extension, saving you time and hassle.

Additionally, the 10-day grace period that previously allowed visitors some leeway after their visa expired has been scrapped. Ensure you apply for extensions well before your current visa expires to avoid fines.

Extensions are typically applied for through the same agency that issued your initial visa. You can also use the ICP (Immigration Control Authority) smart application in some cases.

Dubai Visit Visa Extension Options in 2024

In Dubai, you have a few options for extending your visit visa in 2024. Here’s what you need to know:

Types of Visas Eligible for Extension :

  • 30-day visit visas (single or multiple entry): These can be extended for an additional 30 days at a time.
  • 60-day visit visas (single or multiple entry): These can also be extended for an additional 30 days at a time.

Extension Options :

In-country Extension: This is the most convenient option. You can apply to extend your visa from within the UAE without needing to exit and re-enter the country.

Maximum Duration: The total duration of your stay in Dubai cannot exceed 180 days within a calendar year. This includes the initial visa validity and any extensions granted.

Extension Increments: You can extend your visa in 30-day increments, allowing you to utilise it to your specific needs. The most you can extend is 60 days total (across multiple applications).

Ensure you apply for the extension before your current visa expires. There’s no longer a grace period, and overstaying incurs a fine of AED 50 per additional day.

How to Extend Visit Visa in the UAE

You can submit your visa extension application online or at a UAE visa application center. If you submit your application online, you will need to pay the fee using a credit card or debit card.

To extend your UAE visit visa, simply follow these steps.

Step 1: Gather Required Documents

  • Your passport (valid for at least 6 months from the application date)
  • A copy of your visa application form and the original visa grant notice
  • Two passport-sized photographs with a white background
  • Proof of travel health insurance (valid for the duration of your extended stay)
  • Proof of your stay in Dubai (hotel reservation or tenancy agreement)
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover your extended stay (bank statements or credit card details)
  • Payment for the extension fees (check the official UAE government website or contact immigration authorities for current fees)

Step 2: Choose the Application Method

Dubai offers online and in-person applications.

  • Online Application: You might need to register for an account on the official UAE government portal and locate the visa extension service. Follow the instructions to fill out the application and pay the fees online.
  • In-Person Application: Visit an Amer Center or the GDRFA headquarters in Dubai. Collect the application form, fill it out completely, and submit it along with the required documents and fees.

Step 3: Submit Your Application

If applying online, follow the platform’s instructions to submit your completed application and upload the required documents. The process generally includes:

  • Login to the GDRFA smart services system using your UAE Pass or username.
  • Search for “Extend visa” or a similar service.
  • Fill out the application form with your information and visa details.
  • Pay the visa extension fee.

For in-person applications, take all the necessary documents to the chosen center. You might need to fill out an application form on-site. Submit the completed form along with the documents and fee payment.

Step 4: Status Check and Collection

You might be able to track your application status online or receive updates through the chosen channel Once approved, collect your updated visa or receive instructions on how to access it electronically.

Dubai Visa Extension Fees in 2024

The standard fee for a Dubai visit visa extension (upon arrival) is approximately AED 600 . The UAE applies a 5% VAT on government services, so expect an additional cost on the base fee. The exact cost of a Dubai visit visa extension in 2024 can vary slightly depending on where you apply, how you pay and other factors

We recommend checking the latest information on the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) website or consulting with one of our experts at Shuraa Business Setup.

How To Check Overstay Fine In UAE?

Firstly, to check overstay fines in UAE, access the GDRFA website or ICP website.   On the GDRFA site, select the appropriate file type, provide the necessary details, and solve a captcha to view your fine details.

There are two main ways to check for overstay fines in the UAE:

1. Using the GDRFA Website

  • Visit the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) Website
  • Look for the “Fines Inquiry Service.”
  • You’ll be presented with options to search by: File Number, UDB Number (Unified Database Number), Emirates ID, Passport Number.
  • Select the search type that applies to you and enter the corresponding details.
  • You’ll also need to choose the “File Type” – either “Resident” (for residence visa holders) or “Permit” (for visit or tourist visa holders).
  • Finally, complete any additional CAPTCHA verification and submit your inquiry.
  • If you have any outstanding fines, the system will display the details, including the amount and any relevant information.

2. Using the ICA Smart Services (Mobile App)

  • Download and install the ICA UAE Smart Services app on your smartphone. (ICA stands for the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship).
  • Once installed, launch the app and look for options related to “Fines” or “Visa Inquiry.”
  • You might need to register for an account or log in using your Emirates ID if you already have one.
  • Follow the app’s instructions to access your visa information and any potential fines associated with it.

Simplify Your Dubai Journey

Extending your visit visa in Dubai can be a straightforward process if you understand the options available to you. Whether you opt for a renewal, a new visa, or a change of status, it’s important to understand the requirements and procedures involved.

For a stress-free Dubai experience, consider partnering with Shuraa Business Setup. We are your one-stop shop for all business establishment needs in Dubai , including comprehensive visa assistance.

Our team of experts can guide you through the entire process to ensure a smooth transition into your Emirati adventure.

So, explore Dubai with confidence, and let Shuraa Business Setup handle the formalities. Contact us today at +971 44081900 or WhatsApp at +971 507775554 or drop an email at [email protected] and get ready to make the most of your extended stay!

Commonly Asked Questions

Yes, under the new regulations, you can extend your visit visa for an additional 30 days, twice in a row, for a total of 90 days. This can be done entirely within Dubai using the Immigration and Citizenship Platform (ICP) smartphone application.

No, unfortunately, applying for a visa extension after your visa expiry is not possible. You will need to leave the country and re-apply for a new visa if you wish to stay longer. There is a 10-day grace period after expiry, but overstaying will incur fines.

The cost of a visit visa extension in Dubai can vary depending on the processing speed and additional services used. It is generally around AED 1,100.

Yes, you can apply for a visit visa extension online through the Immigration and Citizenship Platform (ICP) smartphone application. This is the most convenient way to extend your visa.

No, working on a visit visa is strictly prohibited in Dubai. This includes any form of paid or unpaid employment.  If you intend to work, you will need to apply for an appropriate work visa with a sponsor company.

Yes, there is typically an application fee for a Same Day Visa Change, along with any associated costs for the new visa type you’re converting to.

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On Tuesday, new rules came into effect which discontinued the option for visit visa holders in the UAE to extend their visas from within the country. As of now, visitors must exit the country once their visa validity is over.

What does this mean for those who are currently on a visit in the country? Here is what travel agents had to say:

“It was during the Covid pandemic that the UAE first introduced the option for visitors to extend their visas from within the country,” said Afi Ahmed from Smart Travels. "The option to extend the visa or change [their] status from the country was not available before that.”

During the pandemic, when travel became difficult, the UAE made this change due to humanitarian concerns. Visitors who have secured a job in the country or are opting for a residency visa must also exit the country and re-enter for the status change to be effective.

The change in rules came into immediate effect on Tuesday, December 13. Travel agents pointed out that the amendments have come into place in all emirates except Dubai. “We applied for an extension for a Dubai visit visa on Tuesday and it was approved,” said Bharat Aidasani from Pluto Travels. “We tried the same for two Abu Dhabi and Sharjah-based visas but it was rejected.”

However, some Dubai agents reported that they were unable to process visit visa extensions with an error showing up when they try to apply. Others reported their visa extensions getting rejected.

“There are a number of residency visa options available for those wanting to stay longer in the country,” said Abdul Rahim from Aftab Tours. “There are the usual 2-year visas, freelance permits, work from home visas and many more for people to choose from. So, it is not really necessary for people to extend their visit visas.”

Other travel agents also agreed. “We have seen cases of some people staying in the country for even a year on a visit visa,” said Bharat. “The government does not really want to encourage that. Those who come for tourism purposes will rarely extend their visas indefinitely like this. For those who are in the country for other purposes, they have several visas to choose from. So, I understand why the changes have been made.”

A call centre representative from Rayna Tours also explained that freelance visa permits allowed people to stay in the country and look for work, or take up jobs on a freelance basis.

Currently, those who are in the country on a visit visa have several options available to them.

  • Those who want to extend their visit visa and have a visa from Dubai can extend from within the country until further notice.
  • Those who have a visit visa from any other emirate and want to continue staying in the UAE on a visit visa must exit the country and apply for a new permit.
  • Those who are on a visit visa and want to change their status must apply for their visa, and once the approval comes through, they must exit the country and re-enter.

Here are some questions from Khaleej Times' readers answered by Afi Ahmed, Smart Travels:

My travel agent said visa renewal from inside the country without exiting has been suspended. My visa expires today. So, should I leave the country today?

It depends on whether the visit visa is from Dubai or not. If it is from Dubai, then, right now, you may have the option to extend it. You will need to check with your travel agency. However, if it is from any other emirate, you must leave the country ASAP.

How many days of grace period are there for me to make my travel arrangements?

It depends on your visa duration. If you have a 30-day visit visa, you have a 10-day grace period to exit the country. After the ten days, you will start getting a fine. You can check how many days of grace period you have left on the smart channel portal https://beta.smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidity

I came into this country before this new system was implemented. Will this affect my case too for visa renewal?

Yes. The new rule is applicable to everyone with immediate effect.

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