UAE has introduced 16 new types of visas following the revamp of the structure and charges of entry documents in line with a cabinet decision. The new visas will be implemented from August 1, 2008.
As per the new policies with regard to issue of entry permits to UAE, the residents can apply for the visa for their spouse or blood relatives. They will need the approval of senior officials for sponsoring other relatives. Only UAE nationals can sponsor friends. The health insurance policy will also become mandatory for visitors and a Dh1,000 deposit will be collected by the department before issuing visas.
Non-renewable visit visas valid for 30 days will cost Dh500 while 90-day visit visa will cost Dh1,000. A multiple entry visa costing Dh2,000 has also been introduced valid for six months. However, a person can stay in the country only for 14 days at a stretch. One-month long tourist visas will cost Dh100 that may be renewed once.
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Types of Visa |
Fees |
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Short Entry Visit Visa (1 month) |
Dh 500 |
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Long Entry Visit Visa (3 months) |
Dh 1,000 |
|
Multiple Entry Visa |
Dh 2,000 |
|
Entry Visa for GCC State Residents |
Dh 100 |
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Renewal of GCC State Residents |
Dh 500 |
|
Entry Visa for GCC State Resident's Companions |
Dh 100 |
|
Renewal of GCC State Residents Companions' Visa |
Dh 200 |
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Tourism Entry Visa |
Dh 100 |
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Renewal of Tourism Visa |
Dh 500 |
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Entry Visa for Study |
Dh 1,000 |
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Renewal of Study Visa |
Dh 500 |
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Entry Visa for Expos & Conferences |
Dh 100 |
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Mission Entry Visa |
Dh 200 |
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Transit Entry Visa |
Dh 100 |
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Entry Visa for Medical Treatment |
Dh 1,000 |
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Renewal of Medical Treatment Visa |
Dh 500 |
