FLASH NEWSUAE Entry Permit for GCC Residents: Fees, Documents and Steps

GCC residents and their accompanying family members who want to visit the UAE need an entry permit (often called an eVisa) before they arrive. The permit is valid for 30 days, you can stay 30 days once you enter, and the stay can be extended once for another 30 days, subject to approval. You apply online through the ICP website or the UAEICP smart app.

Fees

A base fee of AED 250 is listed plus 5% VAT, with extra service charges depending on the channel you apply through. Earlier reports put the all-in cost at about AED 350, which is a safer budget figure. The exact amount is shown before you pay and can change with the details you enter.

Who Can Apply

Your GCC residence permit or ID must show your occupation, and the occupation must be one the UAE accepts for this permit. Authorities review it during the application. Family members travelling with you can be included.

Documents You Need

• A valid passport or travel document, valid for at least six months.
• A copy of your GCC residence permit, or a valid ID that shows your profession and residency validity. Reports differ on the minimum validity left, from three months to one year, so renew first if yours is close to expiry.
• A recent personal photo with a white background.
• Proof of kinship, such as a marriage or birth certificate, for family members.
• Other documents may be requested depending on your case.

How to Apply

1. Create a UAE PASS account.
2. Go to icp.gov.ae or open the UAEICP smart app and log in.
3. Open your dashboard and choose the service “Issue Entry Permit For GCC Resident”.
4. Fill in the details and upload your documents.
5. Pay the fee and submit.

You can also apply in person at an ICP customer happiness centre or an ICP-approved office.

Before You Travel

Overstaying costs AED 50 a day, so extend before expiry or leave in time. See our overstay fine guide. Other visit options for different nationalities are in our UAE tourist visa guide.