Dubai visa requirements

Dubai visa requirements vary depending on the type of visa being applied for. Tourist visas typically require a valid passport with at least six months of validity, a passport-size photo, and proof of return tickets or accommodation. Work visas require sponsorship by an employer, medical tests, and Emirates ID registration.

Students need university admission documents, while investors and entrepreneurs may need proof of funds, business licenses, or property ownership. Golden Visa applicants must meet eligibility thresholds, such as owning property above a certain value or being recognized as a skilled professional.

Applications can be submitted through airlines, hotels, authorized travel agencies, or government portals such as GDRFA (General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs) and ICP (Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security).

Dubai’s evolving visa requirements are part of its strategy to make residency more flexible and attractive, while maintaining security and compliance.