UAE visit visa reformed introduced on April 29, 2016, change the way GCC Recidence permit holders travel to dubai & from that day GCC recidents unable to get a free on arrival visa to visit Dubai & need to get a prearranged visa prior to arrive. In this guide we will explain you every thing you need to know about Dubai visa for GCC recidents & Arabiers can assist you to get the visa without any hustle
If you are an individual holding a passport from any of the on-arrival visa countries, you don't need to apply for a Dubai visa whether you are travelling from a GCC country or anywhere else in the world. The Dubai visa for GCC residents is only entitled for individuals from countries under the prepaid visa list.
If you hold a passport originating from the countries mentioned below you don't have to make any advance visa arrangements. Proceed to the immigration counter in Dubai international airport after exiting your flight. Here your passport will be stamped with a free 30 day visit visa.
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 |
If you hold a passport from any of the following countries then you will be eligible for a free 90 day visit visa. The visa allows you to stay in UAE for a total of 90 days within a duration of 6 months (validity period) from the date of issue. Citizens coming from the European countries listed below can apply for a pre-arranged visa if they have fully utilized their 90 day on arrival visa.
Argentina | Austria | Bahamas Islands |
Barbados | Belgium | Brazil |
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 |
South Korea | Spain | Sweden |
Switzerland | Uruguay |
GCC residents originating from all other countries (some listed below) need to apply for a visa before entering UAE.
South Africa | Pakistan | Lebanon |
Morocco | Philippines | Nepal |
Jordan | El Salvador | Peru |
Egypt | Fiji | Somalia |
India | Indonesia | |
Sri Lanka | Jamaica |
You need to log in to the GDRFA Amer service site to get the eVisa by GDRFA offered for GCC Residents. The GDRFA belongs to the Ministry of Interior and is responsible of regulating the entry and exit of travellers through Dubai
Mentioned below are the e-visa details by ICA, Abu Dhabi and other Emirates for GCC residents. For further reference visit the official ICA site dedicated to E-Visa for GCC residents
Necessary supporting documents
If you wish to stay more than 30 days, want a multiple entry visa or require full assistance, contact us now.
Visit our UAE Visit Visa page for further details about applying for e-tourist visas. If you have already entered UAE with an on arrival and you are planning for an extension make sure to check our UAE Tourist Visa Extension Options guide and Visa change without exit guide. Depending on your requirements, UAE tourist visas are issued for 30 days or 90 days as single-entry or multiple-entry visas. Tourist visa can also be extended twice for 30 or 90 days.If you are in a hurry to get your prepaid visa, You can try our Dubai Express visa process.
Along with the above mentioned documents, a certified birth certificate in English or Arabic should also be submitted.
Depending on your country of origin, you might have to submit extra documents. If these documents cannot be submitted, your visa might get rejected. If the visa gets rejected, the visa fee is non refundable under any circumstances.
June 12, 2023 Updated
Normal Processing - 24-48 hours | |
Visa type | All Inclusive Rates final rates (VAT included) |
30 Days Dubai visa | 489 AED |
60 Days Dubai visa | 689 AED |
30 Days multi entry Dubai visa | 990 AED |
60 Days multi entry Dubai visa | 1190 AED |
90 Days single entry Dubai visa | 1489 AED |
90 Days multi entry Dubai visa | Not Available |
Express Processing 4-8 hours | |
Visa type | All Inclusive Rates final rates (VAT included) |
30 Days Dubai visa | 889 AED |
30 Days multi entry Dubai visa | 1190 AED |
60 Days single entry Dubai visa | 1089 AED |
60 Days multi entry Dubai visa | 1390 AED |
Visa Extension & getting new while Staying in UAE | |
Visa type | All Inclusive Rates final rates (VAT included) |
30 Days On-Arrival Visa | 990 AED |
30 Days Visa Airport to Airport | 1490 AED |
60 Days Visa Airport to Airport | 1690 AED |
30 Days Straight stay | 1219 AED |
60 Days Straight stay | 1390 AED |
Upon landing, passengers from countries that are not stated in the 'green' list must register under the quarantine system. They will be given an electric wristband which has to be worn throughout the 10 day quarantine period.
Travel advisories have warned to practice caution throughout your travels to UAE due to the prevailing COVID19 situation. The department of health has officially reported 130,000 COVID positive cases and 488 deaths. Make sure to always follow the rules and regulations laid out for.
Sources also state that a valid insurance cover with coverage for COVID19 is a must to travel to UAE. Age is a crucial factor for deciding which insurance to get. These are the packages we offer for incoming visitors:
30 days from 95 AED to 225 AED & 90 days from 165 AED to 425 AED
If you hold an entry permit/residence visa to any of the 7 emirates( Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah) check the validity of your visa on the website of Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship- ICA (the eChannel for residency and citizenship).
If you already have an entry permit/residence visa in Dubai, check your visa validity through Amer-GDRFA in Dubai.
For any inquiry regarding visa issuance, types and validity, communicate with ICA at the toll free number 600522222 or through ICA feedback platform.
For any inquiry regarding visa issuance, types and validity, communicate with ICA at the toll free number 600522222 or through ICA feedback platform.