How to Apply for a Dubai Visa: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you want to travel to Dubai, you will need to have a visa. It is very easy to get a visa, and there are many ways to do so. Depending on whether you are a tourist, a student, an employee or an investor, you need to choose the best option for you. On our website, we will give you all the information so you can easily get your Dubai visa.

Here we have discussed three simple ways in detail, so that you can select the best one for you.

1. Online Application

Nowadays, online application is the fastest and most convenient way of getting a Dubai visa. You can apply from home.

Where to send

  • GDRFA government website (General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs): This is the government website where you apply for any visa category.
  • Dubai Now app: This official application provides several services, including visa application and tracking.
  • Airline website: If you are purchasing a ticket from airlines like Emirates or Flydubai, they can also provide you with visa application facility.
  • VisitsVisa website: You can apply for a visa from our website in a safe and convenient manner.

How to apply online?

  • Navigate to the VisitsVisa website and select the visa application page.
  • Choose the type of visa – i.e., tourist, business, or student visa.
  • Full application form – write down your name, passport details, and travel schedule.
  • Upload required documents – hotel reservation, flight ticket, photo, passport copy, etc.
  • Pay the fee – Pay easily with a debit/credit card.
  • Submit and track the application – After submission, a confirmation email is sent with a tracking link to track the status of the application.
  • Processing time: Online applications typically take 2 to 10 business days for processing.
  1. Offline application (face-to-face process)

If you don't want to apply online or would prefer assistance personally, you can apply by visiting authorized centers.

Where to Use

  • Amer Centers: These have different locations in Dubai and provide all the services for visas.
  • Licensed travel agencies: Licensed agencies may make it convenient for you to obtain a visa.

How to apply in-person? 

  • Visit the nearest Amer Center or travel agency. 
  • Speak with an agent – to select the proper type of visa and complete the proper form. 
  • Have the papers ready – passport, pictures, itinerary etc. 
  • Submit the application and application fee. 
  • Get the receipt and track the application status. 
  • Processing time: It may be as fast as the online one, but in some cases it will be faster if you have commissioned a better service.
  1. Sponsor-Based Visa Application

If you are in Dubai for employment (Employment Visa), studies (Student Visa) or investment (Investor Visa), your visa will be sponsored by your sponsor. 

Who can sponsor? 

  • Employer: If you are in search of employment, your employer will sponsor your visa. 
  • University: Your university will fund your visa if you are a student.
  • Investment Partner: If you have invested or done business in Dubai, your business will sponsor the visa. 

How to apply by sponsor? 

  • Confirm with your sponsor that he or she can sponsor your visa. 
  • Give them the documents they need – passport, photo, supporting documents for their visa. 
  • Sponsor submits application – through GDRFA or other government websites. 
  • Fee payment – usually paid by the sponsor but at the discretion of both. 
  • Visa processing and issuance – After the visa is processed, it will be delivered to the sponsor or mailed to you. 
  • Processing time: Sponsor visas typically take 2 to 10 working days to process, but can take longer if medicals or other formalities are involved. 

Apply for your visa to Dubai now! 

On our website VisitsVisa, you can obtain complete information of Dubai visa and easy application process. We help you make your visa application fast, simple and reliable. 

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