How to Apply for a Dubai Tourist Visa from India

Dubai tourist visas are applied for online through the GDRFA website or smart app, which is available 24 hours a day. The sponsor must be a tourism-sector establishment, so as a traveller you normally go through an accredited tourism office that submits the application on your behalf.

Key facts

Government fee	AED 200 (30-day) or AED 300 (60-day), plus 5% VAT
Processing time	48 hours
Validity	Single entry, 30 or 60 days
Length of stay	30 or 60 days

Source: GDRFA Dubai (General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs). Last verified: 2026-10-27. Rules and fees can change; confirm on the official page before you pay.

Documents required

One personal photo
Copy of passport, valid for at least 6 months
Onward or exit ticket from the UAE
Medical insurance valid in the UAE

Who should apply

This guide suits Indian travellers who have never applied for a Dubai tourist visa and want to understand the route before choosing an agent. It covers the single-entry visa for 30 or 60 days. Other visit visa types follow different rules.

Tips

Choose an accredited tourism office and ask how they submit through GDRFA.
Prepare your documents first so the 48-hour clock starts promptly.
Keep the issued visa copy with you when you travel.

FAQs

Can I apply directly as an individual?

The official page states that only accredited tourism offices in the emirate can issue this kind of visa, so you apply through one.

Where is the application submitted?

Online through the GDRFA website or smart app, using UAE Pass or a username.

How long does it take?

The official processing time is 48 hours.

How long can I stay?

A single visit for tourism, granted for 30 or 60 days.

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