(Credit - Gulf Today)
A Dubai Invite: Rewards for Residents Who Host Guests
A Dubai Invite is a programme run by Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) that rewards residents for bringing family and friends to the city. It ties into the UAE’s Year of Family. Registration has now closed, after the department reported more than 90,000 applications, but residents who registered guests in time still receive their benefits.
Key dates
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Guest arrivals allowed | 20 July to 31 October 2026 |
| Registration | Closed in early September, ahead of the original 30 September deadline |
| Redeem benefits at partners | Until 31 December 2026 |
How it worked
- A resident registered a guest on the official programme platform.
- The guest travelled to Dubai directly from outside the UAE during the arrival window.
- Arrival was confirmed through a unified verification process supported by GDRFA Dubai.
- Verified residents unlocked up to three benefits during the campaign, one benefit per guest party. Packages are issued within 72 hours of the guest’s arrival.
What the benefits included
- Hotel stays with discounts of up to 45%, plus resort credits at selected hotels.
- Attractions, such as Aquaventure Waterpark and IMG Worlds of Adventure.
- Dining offers at participating restaurants.
- A complimentary Careem Plus membership and transport rebates.
Partner lists and individual terms differ, so read the conditions on each voucher before you book. Over 30,000 benefit packages had been distributed at the last report.
If you registered a guest
- Make sure your guest arrives on or before 31 October and enters Dubai directly from abroad.
- Watch for your benefit package within 72 hours of arrival.
- Redeem each voucher by 31 December 2026, and check any booking or blackout rules first.
Your guest’s visa must be valid for the whole stay. See our guides to visit visa extensions and the overstay fine, and the 48-hour Dubai visit visa for family and friends.
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