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Five-year multiple-entry tourist visas for the UAE: Who may apply; how to apply

Holders may stay an additional 90 days without leaving the country.

All nations now have access to a five-year, multiple-entry tourist visa for the United Arab Emirates. With the visa, travelers can visit the UAE many times on their own own and stay for 90 days each time.

Without leaving the country, holders can extend their visas for an additional 90 days. The visa enables families living abroad to visit their loved ones in the UAE more frequently.

According to immigration specialists, companies that want to send personnel abroad for conferences, meetings, and other events must use the visa program.

The five-year tourist visa program was introduced by Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, in March 2021 during a Cabinet meeting.

In a tweet, Sheikh Mohammed stated,  “During a cabinet meeting I chaired, we approved a new Remote Work Visa that enables employees from all over the world to live and work remotely from the UAE even if their companies are based in another country.” was authorized during a cabinet meeting he presided over.

We also granted multiple-entry tourist visas for all nations, he continued, “to further cement the UAE’s position as a worldwide economic powerhouse.”

Where may one submit an application for a five-year, multiple-entry tourist visa?

The five-year tourist visa application procedure is not too difficult. Online applications can be submitted through the General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs (GDRFA) portal or the Federal Authorities for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) website.

Applicants who wish to apply for a visa from inside the nation might contact authorized typing centers, such as the Amer247 Immigration Services canters.

What paperwork is needed for the visa?

  • A 6 month bank statement demonstrating that you have a balance of USD $4,000 or the equivalent in other currencies
  • Proof of health insurance in the UAE
  • Copy of your passport’s first and last pages
  • Passport-sized, recent, coloured photos that must be taken against a white background
  • Those who wish to apply for a UAE five-year multiple entry visa may also need to provide the following documents:
    • A copy of airline ticket
    • Proof of residency, such as a letter of invitation from UAE-based friends and relatives
    • Lease agreements or hotel reservations.

How do I get a tourist visa for Dubai for five years?

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs (GDRFA) website and mobile application are the only places from which applicants can submit an application for a five-year tourist visa.

The smart application GDRFA-Dubai

  • Download the GDRFA-Dubai app from the accredited retailers: Play Store/App Store
  • Create an account (in case there you have not registered before)
  • Choose the necessary service.
  • Include the necessary documentation.
  • Pay the service’s associated fees.
  • Submit the application

GDRFA Website

  • Register on the website.
  • Create an account (in case there you have not registered before)
  • Choose the necessary service.
  • Include the necessary documentation.
  • Pay the service’s associated fees.
  • Submit the application

AMER Center

  • Register on the website.
  • Create an account (in case there you have not registered before)
  • Choose the necessary service.
  • Include the necessary documentation.
  • Pay the service’s associated fees.
  • Submit the application

Note: The consumer receives an email and a text message with the application’s status:

What is the price?

  • The service card on the GDRFA website states that a five-year multiple entry visa application will cost Dh1500.
  • Commercial Bank of Dubai adds a 20 Dh collection commission to each transaction.
  • Emaratech Company has levied a collection commission of Dh50 for businesses and Dh15 for individuals.
  • A cost of Dh100 will be added if the application is filed through AMER Centres.

Application ICP

The online, service center, contact center, creative application, and in-person attendance are all options for applicants to employ when applying for the visa.

ICP claims that the five-year visa is given to family members in order for them to get a lengthy tourist visa with several entries (five-years). It permits the beneficiary to remain in the nation continuously for up to 90 days. It may be expanded to a period not exceeding 180 days during the year.

Web portal/mobile

  • The smart services system can be accessed (digital identity or username).
  • Find the service you wish to apply for by searching.
  • When necessary, complete the application’s data fields.
  • Pay the service charge (if any)

The service center

  • Stop by the local Customer Happiness Center.
  • Reserve a spot in line and wait.
  • Application submission to customer service representative with all necessary requirements and supporting documentation if any
  • Pay the service charge (if any)

Typing centers

  • Visit the nearest Typing Center accredited by ICP
  • Submission of the completed application to the typing center staff, together with any necessary supporting documentation.
  • Pay the service charge (if any)

How much does it cost?

  • Request fees: Dh100
  • Issue fees: Dh100
  • E-service fees: Dh28
  • ICA fees: Dh22

Important terms and conditions

If the application is returned owing to missing information or incompleteness of the needed papers, the ICA states that the application will be electronically cancelled after the passing of thirty (30) days.

If an application is returned three times because of incomplete or missing documents, ICP will revoke it. Only in cases where the Federal Authority denies an application for identity and citizenship are issuance fees repaid.

Can my visa be extended while I’m still in the UAE?

A year from the date of first admission, the initial visa is granted with a 90-day stay allowance in the UAE. This may be prolonged once for one more 90-day duration. The longest length of stay allowed under this