UAE Visa Rules Updated: Employment Entry Permits and Tourist Requirements

What this means for you

For individuals planning to work in the UAE, it is crucial to finalize residence visa procedures within 60 days of entry. Tourists should ensure their passport meets the validity requirement and have all necessary documents ready before travel.

Now Entry permits for employment allow a 60-day stay, during which a Residence Visa must be obtained or an extension applied for. A Tourist Visa requires a 6x6cm photograph, a passport valid for at least six months, and a confirmed onward airline ticket.

New data from the United Arab Emirates (AE) regarding visa types and requirements has been recorded.

Entry permits for employment now specify a 60-day stay period. During this time, individuals must either obtain a Residence Visa or apply for an extension.

For those seeking a Tourist Visa, updated requirements include a 6x6cm photograph, a passport with at least six months of validity remaining, and a confirmed onward airline ticket.

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