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New entry permits: UAE resumes issuing 60-day tourist visas

There is some difference in the cost of a children's visa compared to a 30-day visa, says a travel agent.

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Travel agents have confirmed that the issuing of 60 days visit visas have resumed in the UAE. This is part of the sweeping reforms, known as the Advanced Visa System, that came into effect on October 3, as per an announcement by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP).

"We were one of the first ones to get a 60-day visit visa issued for a client," said Afi Ahmed, managing director of Smart Travel. "Currently, we are charging Dh500 for it."

Other travel agents have also confirmed the issuance of the 60-day visit visas. "We have been able to get the two-month visit visa for our client," said a spokesperson for Deira Travels. "There is some difference in the cost of a children's visa compared to a 30-day visa."

Bharat Aidsani from Pluto Travels said they are still awaiting some clarifications from the immigration department. "However, we know that the 60-day visit visa has come into effect and is being issued."

The Advanced Visa System introduced one of the UAE's largest residency and entry permit reforms. As per details announced by the UAE Cabinet back in April, all entry visas are valid for 60 days from their issuance date.

Among the new entry permits are a job exploration entry visa ; one for business entry, a five-year multi-entry tourist visa; one for visiting relatives or friends; one for temporary work; and one for studies and training.

According to experts, the five-year multi-entry tourism visa is among the most popular. It does not require a sponsor and allows the person to stay in the country for up to 90 continuous days, and it may be extended for a similar period, provided that the entire period of stay does not exceed 180 days in one year. This visa requires proof of having a bank balance of $4,000 or its equivalent in foreign currencies during the six months prior to submitting the application.

Job exploration or business entry visas are issued for 60, 90 or 120 days. The visa is issued to those classified in the first, second or third skill level as per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. Fresh graduates from the best 500 universities in the world can apply as well. The minimum educational level should be a bachelor's degree or its equivalent.

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UAE jobs and visas: 60-day entry now standard for many visitors

New long stay to benefit holidaymakers and new arrivals.

The UAE is offering new types of visa, including options for long-stay tourists, jobseekers, accomplished professionals, star students and high-net-worth individuals. Wam

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The UAE will allow visitors and holidaymakers to enter and stay for 60 days as standard from September.

The decision to double the time tourists can stay is one of a series of visa changes approved by the Cabinet.

It will benefit people looking for longer breaks and those who are considering a permanent move.

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While there are separate visas available for jobseekers — called a job exploration entry visa — a 60-day tourist visa would allow people an idea of what the lifestyle and job market have to offer.

“Major improvements include facilitating the entry requirements for all visa types, offering flexible visa durations that meet the needs of the visitors and the purpose of the visit,” the UAE Government Media Office said on Monday.

“In addition, all entry visas are available for single or multiple entry, can be renewed for similar periods and are valid for 60 days from their issuance date.”

Until now, a 30-day visit visa on arrival was standard for many nationalities including British, Americans and Australians.

After 30 days, there was a nine-day grace period before fines for overstaying were applied. This amounted to a costly Dh200 on the first day and Dh100 for each consecutive day.

In contrast, visitors from countries that do not have a visa-on-arrival arrangement with the UAE, such as India and Pakistan , must arrange a paid-for visa in advance through a travel agency.

Meanwhile, visitors from Schengen zone countries in Europe have different arrangements, with 90 days allowed in any 180-day period.

The announcement on Monday made no reference to any changes to these arrangements.

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There has never been a better time to move to Abu Dhabi with over 60 visa options available. Deciding which visa to apply for can be tricky, but understanding the requirements and your eligibility can make the process easier.

What is the Difference Between an Entry Permit and a Residence Visa?

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An Entry Visa allows you to enter and stay in Abu Dhabi legally for a short period of time and can be granted for a number of reasons including employment, visits, tourism, medical treatment, missions and conferences. Most entry visas are valid for two months (60 days) but the duration depends on the type of Entry Visa. For example, entry visas for transit allow you to stay in the country for only four days, while entry visas for employment allow you to stay in the country for 60 days during which you must obtain a residence visa or apply for an extension.

All visas can be extended for 30 days twice without needing to leave and re-enter the country for renewal. If you fail to extend your entry visa and overstay, you will have to pay a fine of AED 100 per day, which is calculated from 10 days after the expiration date of the visa. The rules for extension do not apply to certain groups including: visitors and tourists who are residents in GCC countries; residents accompanying GCC nationals; those on special entry permits; and those on 96-hour permits for special missions.

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A Residence Visa is issued to people who are already in the country after entering the UAE on an Entry or Tourist Visa. It allows you to live and work in Abu Dhabi and can last from one to three years depending on the sponsor. Long term residence visas are available for five or 10 years subject to certain conditions.

Do You Need a Visa to Enter the UAE?

Yes. Coming to Abu Dhabi requires obtaining an entry visa , which allows you to enter and stay in the emirate legally for a short period of time. Conditions for obtaining an Entry Visa differ based on nationality, the purpose of the visit and the duration of stay. Before you apply for an entry visa, check if you are eligible for visa-free entry or can receive a visa on arrival.

Gulf Cooperation Countries (GCC)

Visa on arrival, pre-arranged entry visa, sponsorship, valid documents, no restrictions.

Citizens of GCC countries do not require an Entry Visa or to be sponsored by a UAE national or resident in order to enter the UAE. They simply need to provide their passport or national ID issued by a GCC country at the point of entry. The validity of entry permits for GCC residents is 30 days.

Citizens of these countries are not required to apply for an Entry Visa prior to arrival. Instead, an entry visa is issued automatically upon arrival and it is valid for 30 days with a 10-day period for extension.

The list is subject to change; therefore it is advisable to check with the UAE embassy abroad or the airline before travelling to Abu Dhabi.

Anyone who does not have the privilege of visa-free entry or visa on arrival must apply for an entry visa ahead of travel.

You need a sponsor to apply for your entry permit. The sponsor can be:

• Tourism establishments
• Companies based in Abu Dhabi
• Individuals (UAE national or an expatriate who is already living in the country with a valid residence visa)

You must have a valid passport with at least six months validity from the date of entry.

You must not have been previously deported or banned from entering the UAE. A visa ban prohibits a person from entering the country or taking up a new job. If either of these conditions apply, you must obtain special permission to re-enter the UAE. Apply for an entry visa

How Much Does a Visa Cost?

Overstaying your visa, overstaying a tourist or visit visa, overstaying a residence visa, modifying visa status.

Visa fees vary by type and usually take three to four business days to process. Urgent processing can be requested for an additional fee of AED 100. Visit smartservices.icp.gov.ae

Visas are granted with a start and end date. Visa holders who stay beyond the expiration date of their visas and fail to obtain an extension are subject to financial penalties.

Tourist Visa and Visit Visa holders have a 10 day grace period to obtain an extension. If a tourist or visitor stays beyond the grace period, fines will accrue as follows:

Residents have a 30 day grace period to get a new Residence Visa or leave the country. If a resident stays beyond the grace period, fines will accrue as follows:

Holders of all visa types can modify their visa and transfer it into a Residence Visa while staying in the country. Applicants must meet the requirements for a residence visa, pay a fee of AED 500 in lieu of leaving and complete the process before the entry visa expires to avoid penalty.

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Foreigners are granted a visit visa to search for a job without requiring a host/sponsor in the country, for one trip. You can apply for a job-seeker visa with a validity of either 60, 90 or 120 days. Read about the eligibility criteria and the steps to apply. 

Foreigners are granted a visit visa to search for a job without requiring a host/sponsor in the country, for one trip. You can apply for a job-seeker visa with a validity of either 60, 90 or 120 days. 

Eligibility for a jobseeker visa

To get a visit visa for the purpose of exploring job opportunities, the applicant must fulfil the following conditions:

• in the first, second or third skill level as per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) p rofessional levels of jobs ,  or
• a graduate from the best 500 universities in the world according to the classification approved by the Ministry of Education and must have graduated within the last 2 years.
• He/she must hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent
• He/she must fulfil the prescribed financial guarantee.

Read more in the Executive Regulation of Law No. 29 of 2021 on Entry and Residence of Foreigners (Arabic, PDF, 500 KB).

Required documents

• A coloured photo
• A copy of the applicant’s passport
• Qualification certificate (attested)

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Everything to know about the new 60-day visitor visa in the UAE

Some major changes have been made to visas in the UAE in 2022, and this includes the visa granted on arrival for many tourists coming to the country.

Previously the visa on arrival granted was for 30 days only, but this has been extended to 60 days. This change will be implemented from today, October 3, 2022.

Per the UAE Government Media Office , “Major improvements include facilitating the entry requirements for all visa types, offering flexible visa durations that meet the needs of the visitors and the purpose of the visit.”

The reason for the visa revamp

So, why exactly has the UAE’s original 30-day entry visa been extended to 60 days?

Per the announcement outlining the details of the new visa, it’s to allow visitors to explore the job markets in the UAE and understand various aspects including quality of life and experience an extended vacation in the country.

For those making a move to Dubai, this visa will allow them a longer time frame to arrange for their work or residency visa.

What are the requirements?

The new Entry and Residence Scheme offers 10 types of entry visas with simplified requirements and more benefits. New visas require no host or sponsor, offer more flexibility, multi entry, 60 days validity and one unified platform to apply at pic.twitter.com/0PsCJYaoyR — UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) April 18, 2022

There are no pre-requisite requirements for the 60-day visa. However, not all countries are able to avail the visa on arrival, in which case it must be applied for in advance via a travel agency.

There is also the new five-year multi-entry tourist visa which was recently launched. For visitors who wish to apply, proof of funds of $4,000 (Dhs14,692) during the last six months is required prior to submitting the application form.

Just like the 30-day entry visa, there will be a nine-day grace period for the new entry visa. Penalties will begin after this with a fine of Dhs200 on the first day of overstay and Dhs100 per day for every day of the overstay.

Is an extension possible?

All the entry visas are available for single or multiple entries and can be renewed for another 60 days from their first date of issuance.

Implementation

All of these changes will come into effect from September 2022.

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Dubai: The UAE grants a foreigner a multi-entry or one-entry visa that allows him/her to visit the country for a specific purpose. A visit visa is also called an entry permit, and its purposes include tourism, vising a friend or a relative, a mission, exploring business or job opportunities, treatment, study and training, and transit.

1. 30-, 60-, 90-day visa – single entry

Sponsor: Tourist agency registered in the UAE

One of the most common visa types to apply for is the single entry visit visa, where you have the option to choose the duration as 30, 60 or 90 days.

Required documents

1. A personal photo. 2. A copy of the passport. 3. The identity card of the country of origin for some nationalities.

Conditions you need to fulfil

1. Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry into the country. 2. A return ticket. 3. Valid health insurance in the country. This will be applied for by your travel agency.

For this visa, the cost will depend on the duration of your visa, as well as the travel agency’s service charges. 

Security deposit:

There is no guarantee or security amount for this type of visa.

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2. Jobseeker visa – 60, 90 or 120 days

Sponsor: Self-sponsored

According to the UAE government’s official website – u.ae, a foreigner is granted a ‘visit visa to search for new job opportunities’ without requiring a host or sponsor within the country for one trip. You can apply for a job-seeker visa with a validity of either 60, 90 or 120 days.

According to u.ae, to get a visit visa for the purpose of exploring job opportunities, the applicant must fulfil the following conditions:

1. He/she must be either: • in the first, second or third skill level as per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) professional levels of jobs, or • a graduate from the best 500 universities in the world according to the classification approved by the Ministry of Education and must have graduated within the last 2 years. 2. He/she must hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. 3. He/she must fulfil the prescribed financial guarantee.

• Coloured passport sized photograph • A copy of the applicant’s passport • Qualification certificate (attested)

60-day jobseeker visa: Request fees – Dh100 Issue fees – Dh200 Security deposits - Dh1,025 E-services fees - Dh28 ICP fees - Dh22 Smart services fee – Dh100 Visa Insurance fee – Dh80  

90-day jobseeker visa: Request fees – Dh100 Issue fees – Dh300 Security deposits - Dh1,025 E-services fees - Dh28 ICP fees - Dh22 Smart services fee – Dh100 Visa Insurance fee – Dh100

120-day jobseeker visa: Request fees - Dh100 Issue fees - Dh400 Security deposits - Dh1,025 E-services fees - Dh28 ICP fees - Dh22 Smart services fee – Dh100 Visa Insurance fee – Dh120  

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3. Multi-entry tourist visa – 30 or 60 days

According to the GDRFA website, “after paying the required fee and providing a financial guarantee, the foreigner is given the right to enter the country for 30 or 60 days to make several trips for tourism. The guarantor or host must be an organisation engaged in the tourism industry.”

Documents required

Here is a cost breakdown as per the GDRFA website: Tourist visa fee for 30 days: Dh300 Tourist visa fee for 60 days: Dh500 You would also need to factor in the cost of additional 5% Value Added Tax (VAT), the travel agency’s service fees as well as the travel insurance cost, which will be applied for by the travel agency. Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country): Knowledge Dirham: Dh10 Innovation Dirham: Dh10 Fee inside the country: Dh500

4. 5-year multiple entry tourist visa

UAE tourists can visit the country on a five-year entry permit that allows them to enter the UAE multiple times a year and stay in the country for up to 180 days without a sponsor.

According to the GDRFA, you can apply the visa is issued for a stay of 30, 60 or 90 days once a year, at the time of application. “This period may be extended for a similar amount of time, as long as the total number of days spent there in a year is at most 180,” the GDRFA website states.

To apply for the multiple entry tourist visa, the applicant must provide the following: • a coloured passport sized photograph • a copy of the passport • medical insurance • bank statement for the last six months with a balance $4,000 (Dh14,692) or its equivalent in foreign currencies • tour programme • a ticket for onward journey.

To obtain this visa, the applicant must have: • a bank balance of $4,000 (Dh14,692) or its equivalent in foreign currencies during the last six months • a valid health insurance policy applicable in the UAE • a ticket to and from the UAE • proof of stay (hotel/residential address) in the UAE.

The cost of the visa will depend on the duration of stay, as per the breakdown provided by GDRFA • 30-day visit visa fee: Dh300 • 60-day visit visa fee: Dh500 • 90-day visitor visa fee: Dh700 • Plus VAT (5%). Financial guarantees: • Guarantee amount: Dh2,000 • Warranty service fee: Dh20 • Fee for collection and return of the guarantee: Dh40 Health insurance: • Securing a 30-day visitor visa: Dh40 • Securing a 60-day visitor visa: Dh60 • Securing a 90-day visitor visa: Dh90 Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country): • Knowledge fee: Dh10 • Innovation fee: Dh10 • Fee inside the country: Dh500

5. Investor visit visa/Visit visa to explore business opportunities

You can also apply for a ‘visit visa to explore investment opportunities’ without requiring a sponsor or a host. You can apply for a single-entry visa with a validity of either 60, 90 or 120 days.

1. A personal photo. 2. A copy of the passport. 3. Evidence of investment.

According to u.ae, to apply for the visit visa to explore investment opportunities, the foreigner must be:

• financially solvent, talent, or a holder of a high qualification • a professional in the prospective business in his home country and • fulfil the prescribed financial guarantee.

60-day visit visa fee: Dh200 90-day visit visa fee: Dh300 120-day visit visa: Dh400 In addition to the Value Added Tax (5%). Financial guarantees: Security amount: Dh1000 Warranty service fee: Dh20 Fee for collection and return of the guarantee: Dh40 Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country): Knowledge dirham: Dh10 Innovation dirham: Dh10 Fee inside the country: Dh500

6. 14-day visit visa for Indian nationals

Indian citizens holding a normal passport are eligible for a 14-day visa on arrival if they meet certain criteria.

A 14-day visa on arrival is available to Indian citizens holding a normal passport and either: • a visit visa issued by the US or, • a green card issued by the US or, • a residence visa issued by the UK or, • a residence visa issued by the EU, … provided that the visa or the green card is valid for at least six months from the date of arrival in the UAE. Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry into the UAE.

You can also apply for the visa in advance through the ICP by following these steps .

Cost for online application

Fees to issue visa - Dh100 E-Services fee - Dh28 ICP fees – Dh22 Smart services fee - Dh100

7. Multi-entry visa for a relative or friend

Sponsor: UAE-based resident

UAE residents planning to invite their friends or family to the country can apply for a 90-day single or multiple-entry visit visa through ICP  or GDRFA .

• Recent passport size coloured photograph of the relative or friend. • Proof of kinship (birth or marriage certificate) – this is required in case you are sponsoring your family member’s visit visa. Otherwise, you may need to provide a consanguinity certificate . • A copy of the relative’s or friend’s valid passport. • A copy of your Emirates ID. • Proof of residence for the sponsored. Here you may be able to provide your rental contract or details of the hotel reservation for the relative or friend. • Copy of the return ticket. According to the ICP, you may be asked to provide additional documents, depending on the information entered in the application.

According to experts interviewed by Gulf News, the visit visa for dependents can be extended within the UAE. Click here to read a detailed guide on how you can apply for an extension for this visa.

• Security deposit: Dh1,025. The financial guarantee is refundable if the visa is not approved. • Request fees: Dh100 • Issue fees: Dh300 • E-services fees: Dh28 • ICP fees: Dh22 • Smart services fee: Dh100 Total: Dh1,575

8. Student visit visa – 30, 60 or 180 days

Sponsor: Authorised universities, educational, or research institutions.

According to GDRFA, a foreigner can get this visa for study, training, receiving a qualification, or similar activities.

1. Personal Photo 2. A copy of the passport, valid for a minimum of six months. 3. A letter from the educational institution.

Submitting a letter describing the study or training program and its duration from the host organisation.

30-day visa fee: Dh200 60-day visa fee: Dh300 180-day visa fee: Dh400 In addition to the value-added tax (5%). Financial guarantees: Security amount: Dh1,000 Warranty service fee: Dh20 Fee for collection and return of the guarantee: Dh40 Additional fees (if the sponsored person is inside the country): Knowledge dirham: Dh10 Innovation dirham: Dh10 Fee inside the country: Dh500 Note: The total amount of the visa may vary depending on the circumstances surrounding the sponsored person or for other reasons that may affect the cost.

9. Patient visa/medical visa for single or multiple trips – 90 or 180 days

Sponsor: Recognised medical facilities

Foreign patients can enter the UAE for treatment under the sponsorship of the medical establishment where they would be seeking treatment.

1. Submitting a certified medical report and a letter from the hosting entity stating the reasons for visiting. 2. Fulfillment of the prescribed financial guarantee. 3. If an entry visa is granted to a companion for treatment, the companion must enter the country with the patient. The companion must hold an entry visa similar to the patient’s entry visa (single or multiple trips). The extension of the companion is not made unless the patient’s entry visa is extended. In all cases, the beneficiary must have health insurance and submit the prescribed financial guarantee.

1. A personal photo. 2. A passport copy, valid for at least six months. 3. Medical report.

10. Patient companion visa for single or multi-trips

The patient can also be accompanied by a family member or caregiver, who would need to apply for a ‘patient companion entry permit’. Conditions you need to fulfil:

• Patient’s passport copy • A letter from a registered hospital explaining reasons of visit • Patient’s health insurance • Financial security.

11. Evisa for GCC residents – 30 days

GCC residents and their companions need to apply online for a visa to enter the UAE. The visa is valid for 30 days and is extendable once for 30 days.

• eVisa will be sent to you to your registered email address once your application is approved. • Application for GCC expatriate residents and companions travelling with GCC citizens will not be approved if the sponsor is not travelling along with them. • GCC residents’ entry permit is valid for 30 days from the date of issue and they are allowed to stay for 30 days from the date of entry. The visa is extendable once, for 30 days. • Entry permit for companions travelling with GCC citizens is valid for 60 days from the date of issue and they are allowed to stay for 60 days from the date of entry. The visa is extendable once for 60 days. • Upon arrival, if the GCC residence visa is found to be expired or cancelled, he or she will not be granted entry. • If the profession of the GCC resident is found to be changed after the issuance of his or entry permit, the entry permit holder will not be granted entry. • GCC residency must be valid for at least three months from the arrival date. • The passport of GCC residents must be valid at least three months from the arrival date.

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Prices for Adult - UAE Tourist Visa + Medical Insurance (COVID)

14 days tourist visa.

• Embassy fees
• Medical Insurance (COVID)

30 days Tourist Visa

60 days tourist visa, prices for children - uae tourist visa + medical insurance (covid).

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Here are a few reasons why you should consider applying for your Dubai tourist visa through our visa team:

• Competitive Pricing: You can secure a cheap UAE visa without compromising on service quality. Whether you’re planning a short getaway or a longer stay, the reduced Dubai visa price is designed to fit various travel needs and budgets.
• Quick Processing: Time is of the essence when planning your travels. We offer quick processing times, so you can receive your Dubai tourist visa promptly. This fast turnaround means you can finalise your travel plans without unnecessary delays.
• Competitive Pricing: Navigating the visa application process can be confusing, but with musafir.com, you have access to expert assistance. Our visa team are always ready to answer your questions and provide the support you need to ensure your Dubai tourist visa application is successful.

How to Apply for your UAE Visa with musafir.com

• Step 1: Visit our website www.musafir.com - Navigate to the UAE visa section to choose your visa type - 14 days, 30 days or 60 days, jobseeker visa, Dubai express visa, etc.
• Step 2: Fill in the Application Form - Complete the online application form for Dubai tourist visa with your personal details and travel information. Ensure all information is accurate to avoid any processing delays.
• Step 3: Make Payment - Our tourist visa Dubai price makes the Dubai tourist visa more affordable and accessible for all. Make your payment securely through our payment gateway.
• Step 4: Upload Required Documents - Upload the necessary documents, including your passport copy, passport-size photographs, and any other required documents.
• Step 5: Receive Your Visa - Once your application is processed, you’ll receive your UAE visa via email. Print it out and you’re ready to embark on your adventure!

We always do our best to give our customers the lowest price on UAE tourist visas. But if you find a lower qualified price on 30, 60, 90 or airport to airport visas, we'll be happy to match it. That's a Musafir.com guarantee. Visit your nearest Musafir branch or call 600544405 for more information.

*Prices listed are inclusive of VAT charges.

How to track UAE visa status, validity online using your passport

• Visit Smart Services ICA
• Select passport information
• Select either 'residency' or 'visa'
• Enter passport number and passport expiry date
• Enter nationality from the dropdown on the right. A corresponding number will appear on the box on the left.
• Select the captcha check box and click on search. The page will now display your UAE visa details along with date of expiry.

What are the requirements for UAE Visa?

• A copy of guarantor's passport's first, last and visa pages
• A copy of your Emirates ID
• A copy of each visitor's passport's first and last pages
• Each visitor's passport-size photograph, taken against a white background
• Each visitor's passport should have a minimum validity of 6 months
• If the visitor is your spouse, the same must be mentioned on your passport
• Additional cash deposit of up to AED 1000 may be required for certain visitors (not applicable for family visas*).

UAE visa Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you need to submit a written document stating the purpose of your visit and itinerary.

You can apply for your UAE visit visa (Emirates visa) anywhere between 58 to 5 working days prior to your travel date.

Once accepted, visa applications require a minimum of 3 - 5 working days to process and may take longer.

Yes, once you have a valid UAE visa, you can travel anywhere within the country.

No, the visa application fee is non-refundable in all cases, including if the visa application is rejected.

The purpose of your visit will determine the type of visa you need to apply for. It could be a tourist visa (14/30/90 day, Regular, Express and multi-entry Visa), transit, employment or student visa.

For offline: You need to organise the required documents and visa application fee, and send the same to our retail outlet for Dubai visa processing. We will print and fill the visa application form and prepare additional documents if required. Once ready, the application will be submitted by our team. Applications will only be accepted after the verification of all required documents and receipt of complete payment. For offline: Keep all your required documents in scanned format. Go to https://www.musafir.com/Visa/dubai-visa and select the visa you need. Make the payment and post payment upload the documents. Once we receive this, the application will be submitted by our team. Applications will only be accepted after the verification of all required documents.

For tourist visa, the passport should be valid for at least six months from the date of travel.

Yes, there is. Females below 30 years of age and males below 22 years of age need to apply for a UAE visit visa along with their father, mother or husband to avoid any chances of rejection.

Yes, you can travel anywhere within the country with a valid UAE visa.

Your UAE visit visa or Dubai visa will be sent to the email address provided at the start of the application process.

No, the visa application fee is non-refundable in all cases.

- The immigration laws of Dubai require all travellers belonging to other nationalities to apply for a visa prior to their entry in the country. - While a short term visit visa is issued for 30 days, a long term visit visa allows a traveller to stay in the country for a period of 90 days. Both the visas hold valid from the date of arrival in Dubai and are non-renewable. - A tourist visa is valid for a period of 30 days. In case a visa holder extends his/her stay for more than the stipulated time period on a non-renewable visa, he/she will be required to pay a fine for every extra day of stay along with an additional charge for an out pass. - The Dubai Immigration Authorities offer multi-entry Visa to the passengers of cruise ships, in case their itinerary requires them to enter the country on more than one occasion, in a single trip. This visa is valid for a period of 6 months from the date of issue and allows a stay of a maximum of 30 days upon each entry. - A transit visa to Dubai is issued for travellers stopping at any of the UAE airports for a minimum of 8 hours. Eligible for 96 hours, this visa is only issued if the passenger can show a valid onward ticket, along with his/her passport that is valid for at least 3 months from the date of issue. - Except for transit visa, the processing time for Dubai Visa for most nationalities is usually 3 to 4 working days. Once paid the visa fee is non-refundable. Note - We do not provide Business or Work visa.

Our travel experts will provide complete information about the visa application process and assist in organising all necessary documentation including the visa forms. At an additional cost, our team can also assist with travel insurance, flight ticket bookings, hotel bookings and trip itinerary. Depending on the embassy rules for different countries, the visa will either be applied for by our team or will have to be applied in person by the individual.

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Get your 60 days UAE Visa Online - 2024 Updates

Before new UAE visa rules which were introduced from October 3, 2022, all foreign travellers to UAE were issued with either pre-paid visit visa or on arrival visa.

The new rules didn’t amend the on arrival visa but there were amendments on the pre-paid visas. Before the changes, the available prepaid visas were 30 and 90 days visas. Today, you can avail 60 days UAE visa too.

Written By Arabiers Digital & Reviewed by Robeena Brown

June 12, 2024 | 12 min read

• 1. What is a 60 Days UAE Visa ? ➜
• 2. Documents ➜
• 3. UAE 60 days Visa Rates ➜
• 4. Nationality Wise ➜
• 5. Express Visa ➜
• 6. Extension ➜
• 7. Virtual Work Residency ➜
• 8. Job Seekers Visa ➜
• 9. Green Visa ➜
• 10. Golden Visa ➜
• 11. Video Guide ➜

1. What is a 60 Days UAE Visa ?

2. documents.

The documents required when applying for 60 days UAE visa differs according to your nationality. However, there are mandatory documents you must submit no matter the nationality.

Our visa expert can help you know which additional documents are required to apply for this visa. The following are the compulsory documents for all UAE visa for 60 days applications :

• A scanned copy of applicant valid passport for at least 6 months (compulsory)
• Copy of return ticket to country of origin (compulsory)
• Colored photo taken in white background (compulsory)

3. UAE 60 days Visa Rates

The price rate of UAE visa depend on the number of days allowed to stay and whether it is single entry or multiple entry.

Below are the rates of UAE prepaid visas to help you plan your trip accordingly.

4. Nationality Wise

60 days visa for 30 days on arrival nationals

If you are national from the below countries you are eligible for the UAE 30 days on arrival visa. The visa is stamped on those eligible for free at their passport wen entering UAE.

The stay period in UAE using this visa is 30 days. If want to stay longer you should opt for the 60 days visa.

• New Zealand
• Republic of Ireland
• The United Kingdom and Northern Ireland
• United States of America
• Vatican City

60 days visa for 90 days on arrival nationals

If you are a citizen of one of the countries listed below, you are eligible for the UAE 90 days on arrival visa. You don’t have to obtain UAE visa in advance.

You will be issued with this visa for free when entering UAE at the airport. Considering this visa allows you to stay for 90 days in UAE it is best option camped to the 60-day visa.

• Bahamas Islands
• Czech Republic
• El Salvador
• Liechtenstein
• Netherlands
• Russian Federation
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
• Solomon Islands
• South Korea
• Switzerland

60 Days Visa for Prepaid nationals

If you don’t see your country on the two categories above, you are required to obtain prepaid visa before travelling to UAE.

The 60-days UAE visa is best option if you want to enter UAE and spend more than 30 days. Below are some of the countries eligible for this visa.

• South Africa
• Afghanistan
• Papua New Guinea
• Philippines
• Sierra Leone
• Trinidad and Tobago
• Turkmenistan

5. Express Visa

If you need to urgently travel to UAE and you need to obtain visa within hours you should opt for the Express visa .

The processing time for express visa is within 4 hours and you board next available flight to UAE.

6. Extension

When you spend the 60 days and want to stay longer you, there are ways to extend your tourist visa . Arabiers visa expert will assist you know which is suitable option for you.

7. Virtual Work Residency

If you meet the legibility criteria for virtual work visa, you should apply for it rather than the 60-day visa.

You are allowed to enter UAE for 1 year, live, work and enjoy all UAE residents’ benefits. You don’t need a sponsor to apply for this visa and after 1 year you can extend for another 1 year.

Document required

• Proof of Identity (required)
• colored photo (required)
• a copy of the passport of the beneficiary of the service (required)
• a copy of health insurance (required)
• medical fitness test result (required)
• virtual work proof -outside UAE- (required)
• salary certificate (3500 dollars) or equivalent in foreign currency (required)

Requirements

• valid passport for at least six months;
• documents to verify remote work for an organization outside of the country;
• documents to verify monthly earnings of at least $3,500 USD or the equivalent in other currencies;
• Local, active health insurance policy.

8. Job Seekers Visa

The job seekers visa is issued to foreigners who want to enter UAE to seek employment. You can submit you application for this visa without a sponsor or host.

There are three options to select when applying for this visa a 60-day, 90-day, or 120-day.

Documents required for job seekers visa

• A copy of the passport of job seeker – 6 month valid (required)
• Colored photo (required)
• Qualification certificate (required)
• Place of residence (rent contract or hotel reservation)-mandatory for residents only (optional)
• Health insurance covers the period of stay (optional)
• Copy of the traveling return ticket (optional)
• Certified account statement (optional)
• Iraqi population card for the beneficiary (optional)
• the Iranian censenamah/ ID card for the beneficiary (optional)
• Pakistani id card for the beneficiary (optional)
• Afghan id card for the beneficiary (optional)

UAE Job Seekers Visa Rates

The cost for UAE job seekers visa depends on the number of days. The overall cost you have to pay includes a Dh1, 025 refundable security deposit, and insurance.

According to the ICP website, the cost of 60-day visa is Dh1, 495, 90-days Dh1, 655, and 120-days Dh1 815.

9. Green Visa

UAE green visa is among the UAE residence visa issued to eligible freelancers, skilled workers, and investors. Those eligible can apply for this visa without sponsor for 5 years.

After obtaining the green visa you can sponsor your family members, such as a spouse, children, and first-degree relatives.

More so, UAE green visa holders can also sponsor male children up to the age of 25 instead of the previous age restriction of 18.

If you have unmarried daughters or children with impairments will be given residency regardless of age. After your green visa expires or it is revoked you are given 6 months grace period.

10. Golden Visa

UAE golden visa is among UAE long term visas issued to talented professions, investors and business owners.

With this visa you are allowed to fully own a business in UAE, access to employment, healthcare and other benefits.

Unlike before, UAE golden visa holders are allowed to spend more than 6 months outside UAE and the visa will remain valid.

Also, if you sponsored your family to UAE but you die, your family will remain in the country provided your golden visa is still valid.

The salary requirement was readjusted from AED 50,000 to AED 30,000.

11. Video Guide

The cost of 6 months Dubai visit visa is approximately 1150 AED.

You can apply for the UAE 5-year tourist visa through the ICP UAE website. The following are the required documents required :

• You recent colored photo and with white background
• a copy of the beneficiary's valid passport
• Health Insurance
• bank statement for the previous six months showing a balance of $4,000 or its equivalent in other currencies

No. The available visa for 2 months is 2 months job seeker or 2-year freelancer visa.

If you want to work in UAE for 2 months you should apply for two-year resident visa. You should already have secured employment in UAE and ensure you remain in the country every six months to keep your visa valid.

You can extend the 60-day UAE visit without exit for additional 30 days.

Yes, to check your visa online visit the ICP website.

The processing time for 60 days UAE visa when you choose standard processing time it takes 24-48 hours. When you choose express processing time it takes 4-8 hours.

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Visa Waiver Program

The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) , administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in consultation with the State Department, permits citizens of 41 countries to travel to the United States for business or tourism for stays of up to 90 days without a visa. In return, those 41 countries must permit U.S. citizens and nationals to travel to their countries for a similar length of time without a visa for business or tourism purposes.

Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)

ESTA is an automated system that determines the eligibility of visitors to travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Authorization via ESTA does not determine whether a traveler is admissible to the United States. U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers determine admissibility upon travelers’ arrival. The ESTA application collects biographic information and answers to VWP eligibility questions. ESTA applications may be submitted at any time prior to travel, though it is recommended that travelers apply as soon as they begin preparing travel plans or prior to purchasing airline tickets.

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Flying to Canada? Entry Rules Have Changed

Canada has introduced a new entry requirement, known as Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) , for visa-exempt foreign nationals traveling to Canada by air. Exceptions include U.S. citizens and travelers with a valid visa.

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Exemption of Visa (Short-Term Stay)

Japan has taken measures on the visa exemption arrangements for 71 countries/regions as shown in the chart below.

・Period of Stay

• The period of stay granted at the time of the landing permission will be "15 days" for Indonesia and Thailand, “14 days” for Brunei, "30 days" for United Arab Emirates and Qatar, and "90 days" for other countries and regions.
• (Note 1) For nationals of Indonesia (since December 1, 2014), visas are not required only for those who have registered ICAO-compliant ePassport to diplomatic missions of Japan in Indonesia (the embassy, consulates-general, or the consulate). Validity of the registration is three years period or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.
• (Note 2) For nationals of Malaysia (since July 1, 2013), visas are not required only for holders of ePassport in compliance with ICAO standards. Those who do not hold such ePassport are advised to obtain a visa in advance, otherwise will be strictly examined and may be refused entry to Japan.
• (Note 3) For nationals of Panama (since April 1, 2024), Brazil (since September 30, 2023), United Arab Emirates (since November 1, 2022), Thailand (since July 1, 2013) and Serbia (since May 1, 2011), visas are not required only for holders of ePassport in compliance with ICAO standards. Those who do not hold such ePassport are requested to obtain a visa in advance, otherwise will be refused to enter Japan.
• (Note 4) For citizens of Hong Kong, visas are not required only for holders of Special Administrative Region (SAR) passport issued by the Hong Kong SAR of the People’s Republic of China or British National Overseas (BNO) passports who have the right of residence in Hong Kong.
• (Note 5) For citizens of Macao, visas are not required only for holders of SAR passport issued by the Macao SAR of the People’s Republic of China.
• (Note 6) Visa exemption arrangements for Taiwan is limited to passport holders with a personal ID number.
• (Note 7) For nationals of Barbados (since April 1, 2010), Türkiye (since April 1, 2011) and Lesotho (since April 1, 2010), visas are not required only for holders of Machine-Readable Passport (MRP) in compliance with ICAO standards. Those who do not hold an MRP are advised to obtain a visa in advance, otherwise will be strictly examined and may be refused entry to Japan.
• (Note 8) For nationals of those countries with visa exemptions permitting stays of up to 6 months under the bilateral visa exemption arrangements, those who wish to stay in Japan for more than 90 days are required to apply for an extension of the period of stay to the Ministry of Justice (Regional Immigration Bureau) before the period of permitted stay is to expire.
• (Note 9) For nationals of Qatar (since April 2, 2023), visas are not required only for those who have registered ICAO-compliant ePassport to diplomatic missions of Japan (the embassy, consulates-general, or the consulate). Validity of the registration is three years period or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.
• (Note 10)Nationals of Peru (since July 15,1995) and Colombia (since February 1, 2004) are advised to obtain a visa in advance, otherwise will be strictly examined and may be refused entry to Japan.

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MRP in compliance with ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) standards has certain individual information, which is able to be read by computer, entered on the identity page of the passport.

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ePassport in compliance with ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) standards has IC chip that stores certain individual and biometric data including a digital image of the passport photograph. ePassport in compliance with ICAO standards has ePassport’s symbol on the front cover of the passport.

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Additional changes to entry, testing and quarantine requirements in response to the Omicron variant

There are temporary changes for all travellers, including Canadian citizens, regardless of their vaccination status.

Additional restrictions and requirements now apply to these countries:

• Botswana, Egypt, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, Zimbabwe

News release

Changes to border measures

New border measures include

• rules for re-entering Canada, if leaving for 72 hours or less
• who is considered fully vaccinated
• rules for travelling within Canada

Starting January 15, 2022, there will be new rules for who can enter Canada as an unvaccinated or partially vaccinated traveller.

Learn more about the new measures

Venezuelan passport holders

You may need to complete extra steps when you fill out your application .

If the printed expiry date on your Venezuelan passport has passed

If the printed expiry date has passed and you’re applying for a visitor visa, study permit, work permit or to extend your stay as a temporary resident in Canada, follow these steps:

• Add 5 years to the printed expiry date shown on your passport and enter it in the expiry date field of the application form.
• Include a letter of explanation with your application stating: “I am a Venezuelan national with a Venezuelan passport, which has been extended for 5 years”.

Warning: If your passport is still expired after adding 5 years to the printed expiry date, your passport is considered expired. You’re not eligible to submit an application with that passport.

Prepare documents and apply

The reason you’re traveling to Canada determines the way you apply and the documents you need to submit with your visa application.

Why are you applying for a visitor visa?

• To visit as a tourist
• To visit for business
• To visit your spouse or partner who has sponsored you for permanent residence

What is your family member’s status in Canada?

• Canadian citizen
• Person registered under Canada’s Indian Act
• Canadian permanent resident
• Temporary resident in Canada
• For compassionate reasons
• To join a vessel as a marine crew member (known as a “seafarer”)
• None of the above

Do you plan to visit your children or grandchildren for more than 6 months?

You may be eligible to apply for a Super Visa

A super visa lets you visit your children or grandchildren for 5 years at a time. It’s a visa that provides multiple entries for a period up to 10 years.

Find out how to apply for a Super Visa

Step 1 Gather documents

Gather these documents to submit with your visa application and bring when you travel.

About the documents listed

• Not all documents listed below are required—some are optional.
• This is not an exhaustive list of acceptable proof to support your visa application.
• Only submit the recommended documents that prove you’re eligible for a visa.
• Even if you submit all the documents listed, there is no guarantee that we’ll approve your application.
• We may request more information from you in addition to what is listed here.

Documents we accept:

• passports (regular, official or diplomatic)  from most countries (see exceptions below)
• alien’s passport for stateless persons
• US Permit to Re-Enter (Form I-327)
• US Refugee Travel Document (Form I-571)
• other refugee travel documents for non-citizens

Documents we don’t accept:

• any passport issued by Somalia
• non-machine-readable passports issued by the Czech Republic
• temporary passports issued by the Republic of South Africa
• provisional passports issued by Venezuela

A clear, colour copy of your valid passport or travel document that you’ll use to travel to Canada

If you have a passport, you must provide a copy of

• the page that shows your birth date and country of origin
• any pages with stamps, visas or markings

If you have a travel document, it must be issued by a government and include your

• date of birth
• document number
• citizenship or residency status
• expiry date (if applicable)

Submit this document with your visa application.

Family members or third parties who apply on behalf of the applicant need to complete this form.

Submit the completed form with your visa application.

Each applicant 18 years or older must complete this form.

Submit the completed form with your visa application

Documents needed depend on whether a child under 18 years of age will travel with only 1 parent, with a relative or friend or alone.

You may need to show

• a letter that authorizes the minor child to travel to Canada
• other documents, such as adoption papers or a custody decree, depending on if the minor child travels alone or not

Consult Minor children travelling to Canada .

Submit these with your visa application.

• Show the border services officer when you arrive in Canada.

If you’ve travelled to Canada or to other countries, this can show that you’ve been able to get a visa in the past.

Proof of this includes copies of previous visas in your passport.

Include a clear copy of 1 or more of the following:

• your previous passports and/or visas (used within the last 10 years to travel outside your country)
• entry and exit stamps
• study and/or work permits that indicate your duration outside of your country
• expired or valid visas

Submit this document with your visa application

Documents that show how long you plan to stay and what you’ll do in Canada

Include copies of any of the following:

• flight details
• hotel reservations
• registration for an event

This can help us understand if you have enough money to support yourself during your stay in Canada.

Bank name and contact This allows us to contact your bank or financial institution with questions.

Proof it is your account Your name and address on the statement show that the account is yours.

Account details At least 6 months of account details, including balances, helps us understand your financial situation.

Use this form if you want to allow Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to release your personal information to someone you choose.

The person you choose will be able to get information on your case file, such as the status of your application.

Business visitor

A clear, colour copy of your valid passport or travel document that you'll use to travel to Canada

Submit this with your visa application.

A clear copy of 1 or more of the following:

• study and/or work permits that indicate your duration outside your country

Copies of any of the following:

A letter from your employer can confirm that you have a stable job and will return to it. It can also show that your employer supports your visit to Canada.

The letter should be printed on your employer’s official letterhead.

The letter should include the following:

• date, no earlier than 3 months before you apply
• confirmation that you have a job with the employer
• your full name and date of birth
• date you started the job
• brief description of your job
• current salary
• contact information of your manager
• phone number
• email address
• employer information
• company name
• state or province
• Your manager or human resources contact should print their name and sign the letter.

A letter from a business or company in Canada

It can confirm that your purpose for visiting Canada is valid.

A copy of the letter from the business or company inviting you to Canada

• The letter must be written to you from the business or company.

Consult the details to include in the letter .

Visit your spouse or partner who sponsored you for permanent residence

Proof of your relationship with the person or family member inviting you to Canada

This can include a copy of

• a marriage certificate
• Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union (IMM5409)
• a birth certificate
• an official document naming you as a parent

Each applicant 18 years and older must complete this form.

The documents needed depend on whether a child under 18 years of age will travel with only 1 parent, with a relative or friend, or alone.

• other documents, such as adoption papers or a custody decree, depending on whether the minor child travels alone

Consult Minor children travelling to Canada

A letter written by your family member in Canada

A copy of the letter from the family member inviting you to Canada

• The letter must be written to you from your family member.
• current Salary

Complete the form that declares you and your partner are in a common-law relationship. Also provide proof that you and your common-law partner have combined your affairs and set up a household together.

What is a common-law partner?

Proof can include

• joint bank accounts or credit cards
• joint ownership of a home
• joint residential leases
• joint rental receipts
• joint utilities (electricity, gas, telephone)
• joint management of household expenses
• proof of joint purchases, especially for household items
• mail addressed to either person or both people at the same address

Faster visitor visa processing for spousal applicants

If you’re being sponsored for permanent residence (PR) by your spouse or partner, you could benefit from faster processing for a visitor visa.

You may be eligible if you

• submitted an application to be sponsored for permanent residence
• received an acknowledgement of receipt (AOR) that confirms the application is in progress

Applications that need more information, for example custody documents for a child, will take longer to process.

When your sponsor receives the AOR for your permanent residence application, you can apply for a visitor visa. If you’re eligible, your visitor visa application will automatically receive faster processing. You don’t need to request it.

You must still meet all of the requirements to be eligible for a visitor visa .

Visit family (Canadian citizen, person registered under Canada’s Indian Act, or permanent resident of Canada)

Submit with visa application

Visit children or grandchildren Super visa option

Submit this with your visa or super visa application.

For super visa applicants only

Proof that medical insurance for at least $100,000 coverage has been purchased from a Canadian insurance company.

A copy of the insurance certificate or policy you received for medical insurance coverage for 1 year with a Canadian insurance company.

Submit this with your super visa application.

Documents that show that the super visa applicant’s child or grandchild meets the low income cut-off minimum.

Submit one of the following documents:

• If the child or grandchild does not have a paper copy of their notice of assessment on file, they can view and print their tax returns as well as other personal tax information using the Canada Revenue Agency My Account online service.
• a copy of the child’s or grandchild’s most recent T4 or T1
• an original letter from the child’s or grandchild’s employer stating their job title, job description and salary
• a letter from an accountant confirming the child’s or grandchild’s annual income, if they are self-employed.
• proof of other sources of income (pension statement, investments, etc.)

A document confirming that you had an  immigration medical exam (IME)

The exam must conducted by a panel physician authorized by IRCC.

Get complete details about how to get a medical exam with a panel physician.

Submit this with your super visa application, or wait for instructions from the visa office.

Visit family (temporary resident of Canada)

A letter written by your family in Canada

Documents that show how long you plan to stay and what you’ll do once in Canada

Visit for compassionate reasons

A clear, colour copy of your valid passport or travel document that you'll use to travel to Canada.

• Show the border services officer when you arrive in Canada

A letter written to you from a person or business inviting you to Canada

A copy of the letter from the person or business inviting you to Canada

• registration for an event.

Please indicate clearly if family members will accompany you to Canada.

Submit the following documents with your visa application:

• digital copy of Seaman’s Book
• digital copy of a signed Letter of Invitation from a ship or port agent in Canada
• digital copy of an Introduction Letter from recruiter shipping agency or vessel owner
• digital copy of the employment contract

Step 2 Apply through the IRCC Portal

Step 2 apply.

To apply for a visitor visa to visit Canada on business, you need to qualify as a business visitor.

To qualify, you must show that:

• you plan to stay for less than 6 months
• you don’t plan to enter the Canadian labour market
• your main place of business and source of income and profits is outside Canada

Business visitor activities include business meetings, special events or training for a few days or weeks.

If your meeting, event or conference is registered with us, include the event code in your application. You should get this code from the organizer.

Note: If you plan to stay for more than 6 months, or if you plan to work in Canada, you may be considered a temporary worker and have to  apply for a work permit .

To apply online, you need a scanner or camera to create electronic copies of your documents, and a valid credit or debit card.

Read the instruction guide before you complete your application. As an online applicant, you can ignore steps 3 and 4 of the guide (paying the fees and submitting your application).

If you’re applying for the first time , you must pay the biometrics fee when you submit your application (unless you’re exempt). Otherwise, you may experience delays.

Apply through the IRCC Secure account

Sign in to your IRCC secure account

Apply through the IRCC Portal

Only for tourists, visiting for business, family visits, compassionate reasons

Sign in to the IRCC portal

To apply for a visitor visa to join a vessel as a marine crew member (seafarer) , you must

• be travelling to Canada to join a ship’s crew
• hold a seafarer’s identity document
• hold a valid passport or travel document
• have proof of employment on a vessel at a Canadian port

As a seafarer, you’re not eligible for a transit visa and you must apply for a visitor visa (temporary resident visa).

Note: When asked to “Tell us more about what you’ll do in Canada”, include “Join vessel” or “Seafarer”.

Register to the IRCC portal

Applying on paper for specific situations

If you need a visitor visa to travel to Canada, you must apply online for one. Only online applications will be accepted and processed. However, you can apply on paper if:

• you can’t apply online because of a disability or
• you’re travelling with an identity or travel document that was issued to a refugee, a stateless person or a non-citizen

The application package includes an instruction guide and all the forms you need to fill out.

Read the guide carefully before you complete your application . We will not refund your application fee, so make sure you need a visitor visa before you apply.

Each individual applicant must submit a completed application form. Applicants under the age of 18 must have this form signed by a parent or a guardian.

Download the application package .

Pay your application fees

In most cases, your fees will include processing fees for you and anyone you include on your application.

If you’re applying for the first time, you must pay the biometrics fee when you submit your application (unless you’re exempt). Otherwise, you may experience delays.

Third-party fees

Depending on your situation, you may need to pay third parties for

• your medical exam
• a police certificate

Our instruction guides (opens in a new tab) can help you understand which fees apply to you.

Submit your application

Families should send their individual applications in one package. The principal applicant must send this combined package to the location where their application will be processed.

Select the country/territory you’ll be applying from to find out where to submit your application. You can choose your country of nationality or the country or territory where you have been legally admitted:

• Afghanistan
• Antigua and Barbuda
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• British Virgin Islands
• Burkina Faso
• Burma (Myanmar)
• Cayman Islands
• Central African Republic
• China (People’s Republic of)
• Comoros Island
• Côte d’Ivoire
• Czech Republic
• Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Dominican Republic
• El Salvador
• Equatorial Guinea
• Guinea-Bissau
• Hong Kong SAR
• Liechtenstein
• Marshall Islands
• Micronesia (Federated States of)
• Netherlands
• New Caledonia
• New Zealand
• North Korea
• North Macedonia (Republic of)
• Palestinian Authority (Gaza)
• Palestinian Authority (West Bank)
• Papua New Guinea
• Philippines
• Puerto Rico
• Sao Tome and Principe
• Saudi Arabia
• Sierra Leone
• Solomon Islands
• South Africa
• South Korea
• South Sudan
• St. Kitts and Nevis
• St. Vincent and the Grenadines
• Switzerland
• Timor-Leste (Timor oriental)
• Trinidad and Tobago
• Turkmenistan
• Turks and Caicos Islands
• United Arab Emirates
• United Kingdom
• United States of America
• US Virgin Islands

If you need to give biometrics (fingerprints and photograph), and you’re applying on paper, submit your application in person . VAC staff will check that it is complete and will confirm that you have paid the correct fees before you can give your biometrics.

Credit cards and prepaid cards

We accept the following credit cards and prepaid cards:

• MasterCard ®
• American Express ®
• UnionPay ® (for online applications only; debit cards not accepted)

If you use a prepaid credit card, keep it for at least 18 months after you pay to make refunds easier. Find more on prepaid cards .

We also accept all Visa Debit cards.

The card you use doesn’t have to be in your name. The cardholder’s name will appear on the receipt but it does not need to match your application.

Debit cards

• be from a Canadian bank using INTERAC ® Online
• be registered for online banking through your bank’s website

We also accept all Debit MasterCard ® and Visa ® Debit cards. If your card has the Visa Debit logo on it, alone or with the INTERAC ® Online logo, select Visa Debit as your payment method.

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South africans visiting thailand will be granted 60 day visa-free stay.

Commencing in July, Thailand will allow visa-free entry for 93 countries for up to 60 days.

According to reports, Thailand is taking steps to boost its economic growth and simplify life for tourists who plan to visit the popular destination with its new 60-day visa-free visitation allowance.

Travellers from 93 countries, including Greece, France, UAE, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa will be granted an extra 30 visa-free days in the Land of Smiles.

As per The Thaiger , government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke recently announced the change in short detail.

From July onwards, visitors entering Thailand by air, land, or sea will be allowed in the country for two months (60 days), visa-free.

This means that Thailand tourists can enjoy double the time exploring the destination without paying a 1,900 baht (R943.62) visa extension fee.

Visitors will still be required to report their Thai address within their first two days of entry into the country, either in person or via hotel registration.

This news comes alongside Thailand’s introduction of the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) which allows remote workers and their families visa extensions up to five years, with each visit allowable for up to 180 days. The DTV costs 10,000 baht (R4,959.30) per 180 days, with a 500,000 baht (R248,165.75) bond required in a local bank.

As per TTW , Thailand witnessed a significant surge in tourism in 2023, with tourist arrivals soaring to approximately 28.15 million, more than doubling from the 11 million recorded in previous years.

These countries will be allowed to visit Thailand visa-free for 2 months

Here’s the full list of 93 countries that will be allowed visa-free entry into Thailand for up to 60 days:

• Trinidad and Tobago
• Saudi Arabia
• Papua New Guinea
• Switzerland
• United Kingdom
• Netherlands
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• South Korea
• United Arab Emirates
• South Africa
• Czech Republic
• New Zealand
• United States
• Liechtenstein
• Philippines

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You can find the country code on your passport. Be careful when you select your country. Some countries have multiple options and codes are quite similar.

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Look on the front cover of your passport for the symbol of a rectangle with a circle in the middle. If you see this symbol, you have an electronic passport.

Answer: You need a visitor visa

For visits of up to 6 months for most purposes. Cost: CAN $100

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For visits of up to 6 months or to transit via a Canadian airport. Cost: CAN $7

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Answer: You need a valid Canadian passport

You need a  valid Canadian passport  to travel to Canada by air (board your flight).

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Answer: You need official proof of status in the U.S.

Lawful permanent residents of the U.S. must present these documents for all methods of travel to Canada:

• a valid passport from their country of nationality (or an equivalent acceptable travel document ) and
• a valid green card (or equivalent valid proof of status in the United States)

Answer: You need a transit visa 

To connect between 2 international flights, in less than 48 hours. Cost: Free

Note: If you have more than 48 hours between international flights OR if you decide to visit Canada, you need to apply for a visitor visa.

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Answer: You can apply for a parent and grandparent super visa to visit for more than 6 months

• The super visa is for visits of 5 years at a time .
• a letter from your child or grandchild with a promise to financially support you for the duration of your visit in Canada.
• More information on approved insurance providers outside of Canada will be available in the coming months.
• be valid for at least 1 year from the date of entry to Canada
• provide at least $100,000 in emergency coverage.
• You must apply for a super visa from outside Canada.
• Cost: CAN $100

Note : If you don't meet the criteria for a super visa, you need to apply for a visitor visa.

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Note : If you don’t meet the criteria for a super visa, you need to apply for an electronic travel authorization (eTA). An eTA allows for visits of up to 6 months.

Note : If you don’t meet the criteria for a super visa, you can visit Canada for up to 6 months with a valid identity document. Bring identification such as a valid passport. Or, if a member of an official program such as Nexus, you may present your valid membership card.

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• official proof of lawful permanent resident status in the U.S., such as a green card

Answer: You need a valid identity document

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Answer: If we approve your study permit application, we’ll issue a visitor visa

• You don’t need to submit a separate application for a visitor visa.

When you travel to Canada, bring your

• letter of introduction that says your study permit application is approved, if you received one
• valid passport that has your visitor visa stuck to one of its pages

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Answer: You should already have a valid visitor visa

We automatically issued a  visitor visa to you when we approved your first study or work permit.

If you leave and return to Canada,  you must travel with:

• your valid study or work permit
• If you don’t have a valid visa when you check-in for a flight, it may result in travel delays (or a missed flight).
• your valid passport

Exception : If you return directly from a visit only to the United States or St. Pierre and Miquelon, you don’t need a valid visitor visa if your study or work permit is still valid.

If your visa has expired or was only valid for a single entry to Canada

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• A visa costs CAN$100.
• It’s valid for up to 10 years.

If your study or work permit will expire soon, you must extend it before you can apply for a new visitor visa.

You need a visitor visa to leave and return to Canada.  Apply for your visa before you leave.

You can apply for a visitor visa from inside Canada if you meet all the conditions below:

• you’re already in Canada
• you hold a valid study or work permit
• you want to  leave and return to Canada  in the near future
• your existing  visitor visa Opens in a new tab  is expired or was valid for only one entry

Exception : If you return  directly  from a visit only to the United States or St. Pierre and Miquelon, you don’t need a valid visitor visa if your study or work permit is still valid.

Processing times vary by country.  You may need to  give fingerprints and photo (biometrics) Opens in a new tab  with your application. Processing times  don’t include  the time you need to give biometrics.

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You need a  visitor visa  to travel to Canada.

A visitor visa:

• is a sticker we put in your passport
• costs CAN$100

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Answer: If we approve your work permit application, we’ll issue a visitor visa for you

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We automatically issued a  visitor visa to you when we approved your first work permit.

Processing times vary by country.  You may need to  give your fingerprints and photo (biometrics)  with your application. Processing time  doesn’t include  the time you need to give biometrics.

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Answer: If we approve your study permit application, we’ll issue an electronic travel authorization (eTA)

• You don’t need to submit a separate application for an eTA.

If you get a new passport before you come to Canada, you’ll need to apply for a new eTA if you plan to fly to a Canadian airport.

Answer: You need an eTA to leave and return to Canada

Your study permit lets you study in Canada. If you plan to leave and return to Canada, you need to make sure you have what you need to re-enter the country.

What you need depends on your travel plans.

If you re-enter by a Canadian airport (fly back to Canada)

You must have:

• the passport that’s linked to a valid eTA and
• your valid study permit
• costs CAN $7
• is electronically linked to your passport

If you received your current study permit on or after August 1, 2015, you may have a valid eTA.

If you don’t have an eTA or yours has expired, you’ll need to apply for a new eTA.

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If you re-enter Canada by car, boat, bus or train

• a valid passport and

Answer: If you fly to a Canadian airport, you need an eTA

• costs CAN$7

Most applicants get their eTA approval (via an email) within minutes. However, some requests  can take several days  to process if you’re asked to submit supporting documents.

If you drive or arrive by train, bus or boat

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Answer: If we approve your work permit application, we’ll issue an electronic travel authorization (eTA) for you

• valid passport that you used to apply for your work permit

If you get a new passport before you come to Canada, you’ll need to apply for a new eTA if you plan to fly to a Canadian airport.

Your work permit lets you work in Canada. If you plan to leave and return to Canada, you need to make sure you have what you need to re-enter the country.

• your valid work permit

If you received your current work permit on or after August 1, 2015, you may have a valid eTA.

• your valid work or study permit

Answer: You don’t need to apply for a visitor visa or eTA

• valid passport or travel document that you used to apply for your work or study permit

When you travel to Canada, you must bring your:

• letter of introduction that says your study permit application is approved

Answer: You don’t need an eTA or a visitor visa

If you’re driving or arriving by train, bus, or boat.

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If you fly to or transit through a Canadian airport

You just need to travel with your valid U.S. passport if you fly or transit through a Canadian airport.

• valid passport or travel document that you used to apply for your work permit
• valid work or study permit

Answer: Your permit is not an eTA or a visa

When you extend your study permit, you’ll also be issued an eTA if you don’t already have one. When you fly to a Canadian, you must have:

• the passport that’s linked to your valid eTA  and
• a valid visitor and

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When you extend your work permit, you’ll also be issued an eTA if you don’t already have one. When you fly to a Canadian, you must have:

• a valid visitor visa and

Answer: You’re eligible to apply for an eTA

You can apply for an  eTA  if you travel to Canada  by air only .

• is only valid when flying to or transiting through a Canadian airport

Most applicants get their eTA approval within minutes (via email). However, some requests  can take several days  to process if you’re asked to submit supporting documents.

If you already have a  valid Canadian visitor visa  you don’t need to apply for an eTA. You can travel with your visa until it expires.

If your travel plans change

You need a  visitor visa  (not an eTA) if you decide to  get to Canada by car, train, bus or boat  instead.

Answer: You don’t need to apply for a visitor visa or eTA

• valid passport or travel document that you used to apply for your study permit and
• official proof of U.S. lawful permanent resident status

Answer: You need valid proof of lawful permanent resident status of the U.S. to leave and return to Canada

• valid study permit,
• valid passport or travel document that you used to apply for your study permit, and

Answer: You don’t need an eTA or a visitor visa

• valid passport or travel document and

You’ll need to answer some questions on another page to find out.

If you’re eligible to study without a study permit, you’ll need to come back to this page to find out what you need to travel to Canada.

• valid passport or travel document that you used to apply for your work permit and
• valid work permit
• valid work permit,

If you’re eligible to work without a work permit, you’ll need to come back to this page to find out what you need to travel to Canada.

Answer: You’re eligible to apply for an eTA

If you already have a  valid Canadian visitor visa , you don’t need to apply for an eTA. You can travel with your visa until it expires.

If you transit through Canada to or from the United States

You  may  be able to  transit through Canada without a visa or eTA if you meet certain eligibility requirements.

You need an official proof of status as a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., such as one of the following:

• valid permanent resident card (Form I-551)
• foreign passport with an unexpired temporary I-551 stamp (also known as an Alien Documentation, Identification and Telecommunication [ADIT] stamp)
• foreign passport with a temporary I-551 printed notation (“Upon endorsement serves as temporary I-551 evidencing permanent residence for 1 year”) on a machine-readable immigrant visa upon endorsement with a U.S. Customs and Border Protection admission stamp
• expired permanent resident card (Form I-551) with Form I-797 (Notice of Action) for pending Form I-751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence) or Form I-829 (Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status)
• expired permanent resident card (Form I-551) with Form I-797 (Notice of Action) for pending Form I-90 (Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card [Green Card])
• valid re-entry permit (Form I-327)
• Form I-94 with an unexpired temporary I-551 stamp (ADIT stamp) and a passport-style photo

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• If one or both parents or guardians cannot apply with their child, you will need to show us more documents.
• You cannot renew your child's passport using Form DS-82.
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1. fill out form ds-11 and print it.

Use our Form Filler tool  to fill out your child's form on a desktop or laptop computer and then print it. If you are experiencing technical issues with the Form Filler, download a PDF . 

Tips to complete your child's form :

• Do not sign your child's form until asked to do so by a passport acceptance agent or employee. 
• You can apply for a passport book , a passport card , or both documents.
• You may ask for a larger passport book with more visa pages, at no extra cost, by checking the 'large book' box at the top of the DS-11.

2. Get Evidence of U.S. Citizenship (and a photocopy)

Your evidence must be an original or replacement copy. The document must have the official seal or stamp of the office which issued it. You must submit one of the following documents for your child:

• Issued by the city, county, or state of birth
• Lists applicant's full name, date of birth, and place of birth
• Lists the parent(s)' full names
• Has the date filed with registrar's office (must be within one year of birth)
• Has the registrar's signature
• Has the seal or stamp of the city, county, or state which issued it
• Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth
• Certificate of Citizenship
• Please note you must also provide a document, such as a birth certificate, that lists the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of the child. Full validity means the document is or was valid for 10 years for adults and 5 years for children under 16. 

If you cannot submit one of these documents, go to our  Citizenship Evidence page  for more information.

Paper only : You cannot submit digital evidence of U.S. citizenship such as a mobile or electronic birth certificate. You must submit physical evidence of U.S. citizenship and a photocopy of the document. 

Returning your child's document : We will return your child's document in a separate mailing up to 8 weeks after you receive the new passport.

Tips for making a photocopy :

• Black and white (no color)
• Use 8.5 inch by 11 inch paper
• Use a single side of the paper

If you do not submit a photocopy, you must submit a second copy of your citizenship evidence. We will keep this copy for our records.

3. Show Your Relationship to Your Child

You must submit a document that lists the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of the child. Examples include:

• U.S. birth certificate (also evidence of U.S. citizenship)
• Foreign birth certificate
• Adoption decree
• Divorce or custody decree
• A court order

Some documents, like a U.S. birth certificate, show  both  U.S. citizenship and parental relationship. These documents must be originals or certified copies (not photocopies).

You and your child may have different last names, as long as the document showing your relationship to your child lists your full name.

If your name is different than the one on the document showing your relationship to your child, submit proof of your legal name change.

4. Get a Photo ID (and a photocopy)

Both parents or guardians must bring a physical, photo ID and a photocopy of it. If your photo ID is from a different state than the state in which you are applying, bring a second photo ID. 

You must show at least  one  of these photo IDs:

• Valid or expired, undamaged U.S. passport book or passport card 
• In-state, fully valid driver's license or enhanced driver's license with photo
• Certificate of Naturalization 
• Certificate of Citizenship 
• Government employee ID (city, county, state, or federal)
• U.S. military or military dependent ID
• Current (valid) foreign passport
• Matricula Consular (Mexican Consular ID) used by a parent of a U.S. citizen child applicant
• U.S. Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) used by a parent of a U.S. citizen child applicant
• Trusted Traveler IDs (including valid Global Entry, FAST, SENTRI, and NEXUS cards)
• Enhanced Tribal Cards and Native American tribal photo IDs
• In-state, fully-valid learner's permit with photo
• In-state, fully-valid non-driver ID with photo
• Temporary driver's license with photo

If you do not have one of these photo IDs, go to our  Identification page  for more information.

5. Show More Documents (if both parents or guardians cannot apply)

• Both parents or guardians must approve that we can issue a passport to a child, and go with the child to apply in person.
• If one or both parents or guardians cannot apply in person with their child, you will need to show more documents.

Important : Submit  Form DS-3053  and other notarized statements within three months of signing them.

6. Provide a Photo

You must provide one photo with your child's application. Go to our  Passport Photo page  for photo requirements and to see examples of photos. 

• Do not attach or staple your child's photo to the form. The acceptance agent or passport employee will review the photo and staple it to your form.
• Some  passport acceptance facilities
• A company which offers photo services
• Home. Ask your friend or family member to take your child's photo. Print it on glossy or matte photo quality paper. 

7. Calculate Fees

When applying using Form DS-11, you will pay two separate fees - an application fee and an execution (acceptance) fee. You will pay the application fee to the U.S. Department of State, and the execution (acceptance) fee to the facility which takes your application. 

• Add $60 to your application fee if you want  expedited service .
• Add $19.53 to your application fee if you want us to ship your completed passport in 1-2 days after we issue it.  

Child Applicants :

For more information on how to pay and a full list of fees, go to our  Passport Fees  page.

*How to fill out your check and pay the application fee to the U.S. Department of State. Please note you must pay a separate execution (acceptance) fee. 

Families may write one check or money order to the U.S. Department of State if they are applying at the same time. The check or money order must include the name and date of birth of each applicant.

8. Find Location to Apply

In the United States:

• Traveling in more than 3 weeks?  Go to a  passport acceptance facility  such as a post office, library, or local government office. Check with the facility to see if you need to make an appointment. 
• Traveling in less than 3 weeks?   Make an appointment  to apply at a passport agency or center.

In another country:

• Contact your  U.S. embassy or consulate .

9. Track Your Application Status

You can  subscribe to email updates  about your application status, and  learn more about each status update .

It may take 2 weeks from the day you apply until your child's application status is “In Process.” 

Frequently Asked Questions

How will you send my child's passport and supporting documents.

You will get multiple mailings. The number of mailings depends on what document(s) you asked for.

Passport Book : You may get your new passport and citizenship documents in two mailings. You may wait 8 weeks after getting your passport before you get a second mailing with your citizenship documents. We will return the passport book using a trackable delivery service.

Passport Card : You may get your new passport card and your citizenship documents in two mailings. You may wait 8 weeks after getting your passport before you get a second mailing with your citizenship documents. We only send the passport card via First Class Mail. We do not send cards using 1-2 day delivery services.

Both a Passport Book and Card : You may get three separate mailings:

• New passport book
• New passport card
• Citizenship documents

Contacting Us : If you have been waiting more than 8 weeks for your documents, call us at  1-877-487-2778  to report that you have not received your documents. 

If you want us to reimburse you for a lost supporting document, you must contact us within 90 days of the date which we mailed your passport. You will also need to provide a receipt to show the cost of replacing the document. 

Can I pay for faster delivery and return shipping?

Yes. You may choose one or both of the following shipment options:

• Delivering application to us : Pay for Priority Mail Express for faster shipping. The price for this service varies depending on the area of the country.
• Returning the passport to you : Pay $19.53 for 1-2 day delivery. This means you will receive your passport   1-2 days after we send it. Include this fee with your check or money order payable to the U.S. Department of State. Do not submit a return envelope to us with postage pre-paid. 

You may receive your passport and supporting documents in separate mailings. If you are renewing a passport card, we will send it to you via First Class Mail. We do not use 1-2 day delivery services if you only applied for a passport card.

What countries require Form DS-3053 "Statement of Consent" to be notarized at an embassy or consulate?

In certain countries, a DS-3053 must be notarized at a  U.S. embassy or consulate  and cannot be notarized by a local notary public. Currently, these countries include:

Special Passport Fairs

Find a Special Passport Fair  near you!

We're holding special passport fairs all across the United States to help you get your passport more easily. New events are added to our site every week.

Most events are for first-time applicants and children, (who use Form DS-11). If you can use Form DS-82, you can renew by mail at your convenience!

Processing Times

Routine:  6-8 weeks*

Expedited: 2-3 weeks and an extra $60*

*Consider the total time it will take to get a passport when you are booking travel.  Processing times only include the time your application is at a passport agency or center.

• It may take up to 2 weeks for applications to arrive at a passport agency or center. It may take up to 2 weeks for you to receive a completed passport after we print it. 
• Processing times + mailing times = total time to get a passport

Urgent Travel:  See our Get my Passport Fast page. 

How to Apply for your Child's Passport

Watch this video to learn how to apply in person for your child's U.S. passport!

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