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The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) Dubai said visitors can apply for 30-day or 60-day single-entry tourist visas, with approvals expected within 48 hours. The move is aimed at providing a smoother entry process while making Dubai<\/a> more attractive for tourists, business travellers and families planning last-minute trips.<\/p>\n \nIn a post on Instagram, the GDRFA<\/a> said applicants can obtain a tourist visa by completing the required formalities and submitting the necessary documents. According to the GDRFA, a 30-day single-entry tourist visa costs AED 200, while a 60-day visa is priced at AED 300, excluding applicable taxes and additional charges.<\/p>\n – 30-day tourist visa fee: AED 200.<\/p>\n – 60-day tourist visa fee: AED 300.<\/p>\n – In addition to value added tax (5%).<\/p>\n – Security deposit: There is no security deposit amount on this type of visa<\/p>\n – Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside UAE):<\/p>\n Knowledge Dirham: AED 10.<\/p>\n Innovation Dirham: AED 10.<\/p>\n Fee inside UAE: 500 Dirhams.<\/p>\n Documents Required<\/strong><\/p>\n To apply for a tourist visa, travellers must provide a photograph and a copy of a passport valid for at least six months. Citizens of certain countries, including Iraq, Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan, may also be required to submit a copy of their national identity card.<\/p>\n Applicants must also provide a travel ticket to continue his journey or a ticket to leave UAE<\/a> and valid medical insurance.<\/p>\n Who needs to apply?<\/strong><\/p>\n While citizens of around 70 countries are eligible for visa-on-arrival facilities in the UAE, travellers from countries not covered under those arrangements are required to obtain a visa before travelling.<\/p>\n How to apply<\/strong><\/p>\n Visa applications can be submitted through the GDRFA’s website or smart application.<\/p>\n Step 1:<\/strong> Log into the smart services portal using (UAE pass or username)<\/p>\n Step 2:<\/strong> Select the required visa service and complete the application form<\/p>\n Step 3:<\/strong> Pay the applicable fees.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n (Edited by : Sudarsanan Mani)<\/span><\/p>\n First Published:\u00a0Jun 11, 2026 6:17 PM IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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