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Citizens of the GCC do
not need a visa to enter Dubai or the United Arab Emirates. Some GCC
resident
expatriates in managerial and professional jobs can get a visa on
arrival at Dubai Airport. Other nationalities will have to check the
new visa system on DNRD website.
Citizens of 33 countries can get a visa on arrival at Dubai
Airport.
Citizens from other countries require a visa sponsored by a UAE citizen
or resident. Other entities like hotels, tour companies or airlines can
also arrange visit visas.
Get a visit visa
The
Department of Naturalization & Residency, Dubai (DNRD)
has
a comprehensive section for the fees, documents and guidelines
necessary for Dubai visitors. You will also find this guide on Dubai
visit visa for family members useful. The Dubai Airport website has a
special section on Dubai & UAE visa requirements. You can apply
for a visit visa through your mobile phone from outside the country.
For those interested in visiting Dubai, DNRD provides a comprehensive
guide on the conditions for issuing visit visas and the required
documents.
DNRD has more than 10 branches with most branches including the main
office working from 7.30 am to 8 pm. Some branches also offer an e-Gate
Card for instant entry from Dubai or Abu Dhabi airports. If you have
any queries or complaints, you can call the friendly Amer service of
DNRD 24/7 on 800-5111.
You can also get visa services from Emirates in addition to information
on visit visas and passports. Before applying for a visa, please have a
look at the entry permit fees recognized by the DNRD.
Flight and hotel reservations
As soon as your visit visa has been arranged, you can make a booking
with Emirates online or make hotel reservation in Dubai, using DTCM
website. Emirates website also provides a hotel reservation service at
Emirates’ resorts and hotels.
Tips and guidelines
DTCM
provides tourist tips to Dubai visitors, and so does the website
of the National Media Council, which provides tips and guidelines on
travel to Dubai and the UAE in addition to useful information on the
country. Please note that visa-related regulations are subject to
change and we therefore advise you to contact the UAE embassy or
consulate in your country to be aware of the latest regulations.
Employment visas
To work in Dubai, you need to come here on an employment
visa. After
you arrive, it is mandatory to get a health card, followed by a
residence permit on your passport and a labour card, particularly if
you work for the private sector. If you work for the government sector,
the government department will take the necessary procedures on your
behalf. Company owners can view the Procedure Guide of the Ministry of
Labour, which provides details about the services provided by the
ministry as well as the required documents.
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