Corporate travellers notice: New UAE visa rules
Changes to renewal period and sponsorship regulations
The United Arab Emirates introduced new visa regulations in early August.
Citizens from the 33 countries which currently receive entry permits on arrival (see below) will largely be unaffected by the new rules. No matter what the purpose of their visit they will be granted an entry visa free of charge which is valid for one month.
The only difference is that these entry permits can only be renewed for an additional 30 days rather than 60 days at a cost of 620 dirhams.
Those wishing to stay more than two months can apply for a long-term visit visa which is valid for three months.
Nationals from exempt countries are not required to pay deposits or have health insurance.
The following nations are exempt: Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, The Netherlands, UK, US and Vatican City.
Nationals of all countries that are not exempt are eligible to apply for a tourist visa.
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