Dubai

At Visas Abroad, we recognize that Dubai visa processing times can vary depending on the type of visa and personal circumstances. Whether you're traveling for tourism, business, or as an artist/performer, staying informed and ensuring you have the required documentation is essential to a smooth application process.

Common Requirements for Dubai Visas (Tourists, Business Visitors, and Artists/Performers):

Below, we outline the most common requirements for Dubai visas, with a focus on tourists, business visitors, and artists or performers, followed by the current processing times.

Frequently asked questions

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay in Dubai.

2. Completed Visa Application Form

Fill out the visa application form online or through your sponsor (for certain visa types), and ensure all information is accurate.

Proof of payment of the Dubai visa application fee.

4. Recent Passport-Sized Photograph

A clear photograph that meets Dubai’s visa photo requirements.

5. Proof of Sufficient Funds

Bank statements or other financial documents showing that you have enough funds to cover your stay.

6. Purpose of Visit Documentation

Tourists: Accommodation bookings and a travel itinerary.

Business Visitors: Invitation letters from Dubai-based companies, business agendas, and proof of business dealings.

Artists/Performers: Invitations from event organizers, contracts, and proof of performances or events

7. Return or Onward Travel Ticket

Proof of a return or onward travel ticket showing you plan to leave Morocco after your stay.

8. Sponsorship Information (if applicable)

If your visa is sponsored (by an employer, event organizer, or family), documentation confirming the sponsorship must be provided.

Previous travel records, including past Dubai/UAE visas, if applicable.

UAE and Dubai Visit Visa New Rules Today. UAE's new rules for visit visa in 2026 include longer validity options (60 or 90 days visa), a sponsor-free 5-year multiple-entry visa, and more flexibility for tourists and short-term visitors.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How long does processing take at the Visa Application Center?

  Standard processing takes 15 calendar days from your appointment at the designated Visa Application Center or Embassy.

• What are the visa fees and application center charges?

  Visa fees consist of the official Embassy/Consulate consular fee (AED 350 / ~R1750), standard designated Visa Application Center biometric service fee (R450), and expert document advisory assistance (R950).

• Do I need an appointment at the Visa Application Center?

  Yes, in-person biometric submissions and document verification require a pre-booked appointment at the accredited Visa Application Center or official Consulate.

• Are application fees refundable if a visa is delayed or refused?

  Official Embassy visa fees and designated Visa Application Center biometric charges are strictly non-refundable once the dossier has been lodged.