Exploring the 5 year multi-entry tourist visa in Dubai

The 5-year multi-entry tourist visa in the UAE provides an opportunity to visit a country many times within five years. As per GDRFAD 5 year multi-entry tourist visa in Dubai is a plus to people who travel often, as they do not need a guarantor or a host in the country of visit to organize for the trip. Now let’s look at the specifics of this visa, its benefits, the process of obtaining this visa, the documents required, the fees, and the terms and conditions.

Understanding The Visa

This is a multiple entry visa for tourists which enables the foreigner to come and go within a space of five years. That is suitable for those who intend to come for tourism since it will enable the clients to move around as they please. The validity of the visa is for 5 years from the time it was granted, tourists are allowed to stay in the country for a maximum of 90 days on each visit with an option of an extension to the next 90 days.

To obtain the 5 Years Multi Entry visa, the applicant must have:

• A Bank balance of 4,000 USD or its equivalent in foreign currencies during the last six months.
• A Valid health insurance policy applicable in the UAE
• A ticket to and from the UAE
• Proof of stay (hotel/residential address) in the UAE

Necessary Documents

To apply for this visa, you need to have the following documents ready:

1. Personal Photo: A valid passport colored photograph taken within the past month and sized to that of a passport photograph.
2. Passport Copy: Passport should preferably be valid for at least six months from the date of application.
3. Bank Statement: A certification of your bank statements for the past six months with an average balance of four thousand US dollars or its equivalent in any other currency.
4. Health Insurance: A health insurance policy that will cover you while you are in the country.
5. Round-Trip Ticket: Evidence of your trip like a ticket back to your country of origin or a ticket to another country.
6. Bank statement: for the last 6 months with a balance 4,000 USD or its equivalent in foreign currencies

How To Apply

To obtain the 5-year multi-entry tourist visa the process is very easy. To make it easier for you, here is a step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Log into the Service

You can start with signing in to the smart services system either by UAE Pass or register by using the username.

However, you may go to the nearest Customer Happiness Center or Amer Service Center if you prefer.

Registration in the Smart Services is available for the following categories:

• Individuals Services
  Individuals Registration | Forgot Username / Password
• Establishments Services
  Establishments Registration | Change Username
• Typing Centers Services
  Typing Centers Registration | Change Username

Step 2: Complete The Application Form

After that, the user has to log in and find the needed visa service and begin completing the application form with the necessary information.

If you are applying in person, be sure to take an automated turn ticket and then wait until your turn comes.

Step 3: Attach Necessary Documents

If applying online, make sure you have all the documents in electronic form, if applying personally then have all the documents in hard copy.

File these documents according to the guidelines given below.

Step 4: Pay the Fees 

The next step that is necessary in the process is to pay the fees that have been charged for the services offered in the course of the project.

The cost of the visa depends on the period of your stay in the countries, which you want to visit. Extra charges may be added based on your approximate location and the services that you need from this application.

There are two ways through which payment can be made, either through the internet or at the service center.

Step 5: Submit the Application 

The last step is to submit the application as explained below:

• After fulfilling the above steps, click on the ‘submit’ button to process your application.
• If all the papers are correct, then your visa will be processed soon.

Costs and Fees

The fees for the 5-year multi-entry tourist visa vary based on the duration of each visit:

• 30-Day Visit Visa: AED 300 plus Value Added Tax 5%
• 60-Day Visit Visa: AED 500 plus Value Added Tax 5%
• 90-Day Visitor Visa: AED 700 plus Value Added Tax 5%

Additional fees include:

• Financial Guarantee: AED 2,000
• Warranty Service Fee: AED 20
• Collection and Return of Guarantee: AED 40

Health Insurance: From AED 40 to AED 90 based on the extent of the guest’s stay.

Other Charges: If the sponsored person is inside the country additional charges such as Knowledge Dirham which costs AED 10, Innovation Dirham which is also AED 10 and a Fee inside the country of AED 500 apply.

Important Points to Remember

Before applying for the visa, it’s essential to be aware of the terms and conditions:

Passport Validity: The passport which you are using must be valid for at least six months at the time of applying.

Travel Documentation: Original travel ticket is required for your trip outside the country.

Health Insurance: Ensure that you have a valid health insurance cover especially during the months that you will be in the country.

Bank Balance: It’s also important to have a balance of at least $4,000 or its equivalent in the bank for the last 6 months.

Duration of Stay: You can stay in the country for up to 90 days and it is possible to extend it for another 90 days. But the aggregate of the days spent on the use of such services should not exceed 180 days per year.