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πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ͺ UAE Tourist Visit Visa (30 / 60-day)

Category: Tourist Β· Processing time: 24–96 hours (e-Visa)

Publisher: MigrantIQ EditorialUpdated 2026-05-073 min readCommunity feedback: open

⚑ Quick Answer

UAE tourist visas are easy e-Visas issued in 24–96 hours. Options range from 30 / 60-day single-entry to 5-year multi-entry visit visas.

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Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP)

Always submit applications through the official source. Last verified 2026-05-07.

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Visa type

Tourist

Processing time

24–96 hours (e-Visa)

Fees

30day: AED 100

Validity

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Stay duration

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Entry type

Confirm single/multiple entry rules

Insurance

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Overview

Short-stay entry for tourism, family visits, or short business trips to the UAE. Available as 30-day single-entry, 60-day single-entry, or 5-year multi-entry.

  • Leads to permanent residency: No
  • Requires job offer: No
  • Language required: No
  • Minimum education: Not specified
  • Financial requirement: Confirm current proof-of-funds rules on the official source
  • Accommodation proof: Confirm if accommodation proof is required
  • Return ticket: Confirm if onward/return travel proof is required

Estimated Costs

  • - 30day: AED 100
  • - 60day: AED 250
  • - 5yearMultiEntry: AED 650

Required Documents

  • - Passport valid 6+ months
  • - Recent passport photo
  • - Return ticket
  • - Hotel booking
  • - Bank statement (3 months)

Application Steps

  1. Apply through ICP, GDRFA Dubai, or a UAE-licensed sponsor (airline / hotel)
  2. Upload passport and photo
  3. Pay government fee
  4. Receive e-Visa via email within 24–96 hours
  5. Travel and present e-Visa at port of entry

Always confirm the latest steps and forms on the official portal: Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) β†’

Travel Insurance Requirement

  • Mandatory: Confirm with official source
  • Minimum coverage: Confirm current coverage rules
  • Valid regions: Confirm accepted regions
  • Approved providers: Use providers accepted by the official authority

Embassy, Consulate & Appointments

Embassy, consulate, jurisdiction, and appointment details vary by applicant location. Confirm the correct office before booking travel or paying fees.

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Benefits & What This Visa Allows

  • - Tourism, business meetings, family visits
  • - Multi-entry options
  • - 5-year multi-entry option available

Trust & safety

Before you pay or submit documents

Use the official portal for applications and payments. Be careful with agents who guarantee approval, ask for personal-account transfers, or pressure you to send originals before a written contract.

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Relevant laws

  • Driving Licence and Road Rules

    Transport Β· Severity: Medium

    Your foreign driving licence may only be valid temporarily in United Arab Emirates. Some residents must exchange their licence, carry an International Driving Permit, or pass local tests after a deadline.

  • Housing Contract and Deposit Rules

    Housing Β· Severity: Medium

    Rental contracts in United Arab Emirates may require written terms, legal deposit handling, inventory records, notice periods, and landlord registration. Never rely only on informal chat messages for long-term housing.

  • Immigration Status and Overstay Rules

    Immigration Β· Severity: Critical

    Your right to stay in United Arab Emirates depends on the exact visa, residence permit, entry stamp, or visa-free allowance you hold. Do not assume a pending application, job offer, or school admission automatically extends your lawful stay.

Active scam alerts

  • Some agents overcharge newcomers for translations, notarisation, apostilles, or courier services for United Arab Emirates, and may produce documents that are not accepted by official authorities.

  • Scammers impersonate airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents and claim you must pay a special fee to enter United Arab Emirates, avoid questioning, release documents, or fast-track border checks.

  • Fraudsters offer admission, scholarships, or student visa packages for United Arab Emirates through unofficial agents. Victims may receive fake acceptance letters that fail verification during visa processing.

  • Scammers advertise fake apartments in United Arab Emirates, pressure newcomers to transfer a deposit before viewing, and disappear after sending a fake lease or copied property photos.

Quick Eligibility Check

Use this self-check for Tourist Visit Visa. It does not replace official legal assessment.

Result: Likely eligible baseline

Common Rejection Reasons

  • - Incomplete or inconsistent documents
  • - Insufficient financial evidence
  • - Unclear purpose of visit or weak ties to home country
  • - Missing translations, signatures, appointment confirmations, or required forms

Application Tips

  • - Start with the official checklist before paying any third party.
  • - Keep bank statements, employment letters, travel plans, and accommodation details consistent.
  • - Book appointments early and keep copies of every submitted form, receipt, and confirmation.
  • - Do not use agents who guarantee approval or request payment to personal accounts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

To obtain a UAE Tourist Visit Visa from Pakistan, apply online through the UAE government portal or through a travel agency. Required documents typically include a passport, photographs, and proof of accommodation. Visa rules can change, so check official sources or consult a licensed advisor for case-specific decisions.

Ethiopian passport holders require a visa to enter the UAE. You can apply for a Tourist Visit Visa online or through a UAE embassy. Visa rules can change, so check official sources or consult a licensed advisor for case-specific decisions.

Common documents include: Valid passport (6 months validity), Passport-sized photos, Proof of accommodation, Return flight ticket, Financial proof (bank statements) and Visa application form. Rules can change. Always check official sources or consult licensed advisors for case-specific decisions.

UAE Tourist Visit Visa approval typically takes 3 to 5 working days, but processing times can vary. It's essential to check official UAE government sources or consult a licensed immigration advisor for the most accurate and case-specific information, as rules and processing times can change.

The UAE Tourist Visit Visa processing time typically ranges from 2 to 5 working days. However, this can vary based on the application type and other factors. Rules may change, so it's essential to check official sources or consult licensed advisors for case-specific decisions.

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