Short-Term Tourist — 30 DaysVerified 2026-04-20UAE Tourist Visa — 30 Days Single Entry
Short Term Visit Single Entry (Tourist) visa allows 30-day stays in UAE. Entry validity 58 days from date of issue. After entry, stay validity can be EXTENDED THREE TIMES for 30 days each at Emirates Commercial Visa Services desk at Dubai Airport Terminal 3 (AED 850 per extension). Open 24/7. Total possible stay with extensions: 30 + 30 + 30 + 30 = 120 days!
UAE Visa — Sponsored via Emirates Airline
Visa determined by Emirates ticket itinerary + eligibility criteria.
UAE tourist visas for Indian nationals are sponsored through Emirates airline. Category and duration depend on your Emirates flight itinerary. Eligibility requires ONE of three criteria: travel record (USA/UK/Schengen/EU/Australia/NZ/Russia/Canada/Japan in the last 3 years), financial records (2 years ITR with gross income >₹2 lakh/year, OR fixed deposits ≥₹5 lakh, OR USD 1000 refundable security deposit), OR invitation from immediate family residing in UAE on family status.
Not sure which category applies to you? Visa fees are non-refundable if you submit under the wrong category. Unaccompanied minors and students are not sponsored. Contact SureshotVisa before booking flights — we'll match you to the correct visa type and walk you through the document pack (hotel bookings, entry/exit highlighting, passport specs).
Processing
Normal: 5-6 working days
Stay Duration
30 days initially + up to 3 extensions (30 days each) at Dubai Airport
Starting Fee
₹7,735
Apply At
12 VFS centres
Special Instructions — Read Before Applying
These requirements apply to ALL Dubai (UAE) visa types. Violations mean your application will be rejected — read each one carefully.
- 1Selection / determination of visa category is based on the Emirates ticket itinerary — the visa type matches your flight duration and pattern.
- 2Emirates does NOT sponsor unaccompanied minors or students. Dubai immigration considers minor/student applications only if travelling with parents.
- 3Newly married couples (spouse name not yet endorsed on passport): submit marriage certificate/notarised affidavit. If travelling immediately after marriage, also include NOC from parents + photo ID + wedding card + marriage photograph of couple.
- 4Passports with special characters in names (e.g. brackets, accents) are NOT accepted — amendment via passport office required before visa submission.
- 5All charges (visa fee, service charges, optional charges) payable in cash or card only in INR at New Delhi. Other cities may have different payment methods.
- 6Hotel check-in / check-out dates on the hotel confirmation MUST MATCH the dates on your flight tickets.
- 7Only up to TWO hotel bookings allowed per application for the entire stay period.
- 8Applicant qualifies via ONE of three criteria (choose the one that applies):
- 9CRITERIA I — Travel Record: Travelled at least once in last 3 years to OR has a valid visa for USA, UK, Schengen, EU, Australia, New Zealand, Russia, Canada, or Japan. Supporting doc: passport pages showing travel + visa stamps.
- 10CRITERIA II — Financial Records: Last 2 years Form 16 OR 2 years ITR with minimum gross income >₹2 lakh/year; OR fixed deposits ≥₹5 lakh (1+ year old, 12+ month validity, Banks/Post Office only — NOT co-operative banks/societies); OR in some cases USD 1000 refundable security deposit (returned after entry/exit stamps shown).
- 11CRITERIA III — Family Invitation: Invitation from immediate family member in UAE on family status. Needs valid tenancy contract / Ejari / title deed of host (apartment with 2+ bedrooms), relationship proof with host, UAE resident card of host.
Who Can Apply
- Indian tourists planning 2-4 week Dubai trips
- Family visits (via invitation) for 30 days
- Travellers qualifying under 3 eligibility criteria
Not eligible under this visa:
- Multi-entry requirements — use 30 Days Multi Entry visa
- Unaccompanied minors/students
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Fees (in INR)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Normal 30 Days Tourist Visa | ₹7,735 |
| Express 30 Days Tourist Visa | ₹9,870 |
| In-UAE extension fee (per extension) | AED 850 |
| Cancellation charge | ₹2,940 |
Visa fees are inclusive of service charge and tax. The cancellation charge per visa is ₹2,940 (only for approved applications — request via VFS centre where submitted). Visa fee once paid is NON-REFUNDABLE under any circumstances. Extension fee (at Dubai Airport Emirates Commercial Visa Services): AED 850 per extension. Extensions available for 30-day and 60-day visas (thrice and twice, respectively, of 30 days each).
Documents Required
Mandatory Documents
- !Visa Application form duly filled
- !Confirmed Onward/Return Emirates ticket with name + entry/exit highlighted in yellow
- !One colour recent passport-size photograph (white background, front facing)
- !Colour photocopy of passport Front/External Cover page + Bio page
Passport valid minimum 6 months at time of travel. Passports with special characters (brackets) in name NOT accepted — must be amended first.
- !Valid visa of destination country (if travelling onwards from UAE)
Required for 48-hour and 96-hour transit-style visas.
- ○Colour photocopy of valid visa or residence proof (if nationality differs from country of residence)
- !Confirmed hotel voucher — confirmation number, applicant name, check-in/out dates highlighted YELLOW for entire stay
Hotel dates MUST MATCH flight dates. Maximum 2 hotel bookings allowed for entire stay.
- ○If visiting Family/Friends: valid tenancy contract/Ejari/title deed of host (apartment 2+ bedrooms) + UAE resident card of host + relationship proof — tenant name highlighted YELLOW
! = mandatory · ○ = optional / if applicable
🗺️ Step-by-Step Application Process
Book Emirates flight + hotel for 30 days
Hotel booking must cover entire stay (max 2 bookings total).
Verify eligibility — one of 3 criteria
Travel record / Financial / Family Invitation.
Gather docs + submit at VFS UAE
Pay ₹7,735 (normal) or ₹9,870 (express).
Visa issued — valid 58 days, stay 30 days
Enter UAE within 58 days of issue.
Extend in UAE if needed
Visit Emirates Commercial Visa Services desk at Dubai Airport T3 BEFORE expiry. Pay AED 850 per extension (up to 3 times).
Download Official Forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
📋 How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens VFS Switzerland page
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
VFS Application Centres
💡 Pro Tips
- Book Emirates flight BEFORE applying for visa — the visa type is determined by the flight itinerary, so booking first lets you pick the correct category.
- Express visa processing is available for most categories (48-hour approval instead of 5-6 working days).
- For 60-day single entry visa: hotel booking must be 31 days or more — or application is rejected.
- After arrival in Dubai, 30-day and 60-day visas can be extended at the Emirates Commercial Visa Services desk at Dubai International Airport Terminal 3 (next to Boots Pharmacy). AED 850 per extension. Open 24/7.
- If you have previous Schengen/US/UK/Canada/Japan/Australia/NZ visa, use Criteria I — it's the fastest approval path.
- For unlisted countries/routes, contact SureshotVisa — we can guide on non-Emirates sponsor visas too.
- 30-day visa is popular for holidays — weddings, extended family stays, month-long business.
- Extension at airport saves a new application — AED 850 per 30 days, up to 3 extensions. Total possible: 120 days.
- For 30+ day stays, apply for 60-day visa (slightly more expensive but no extension hassle).
Common Rejection Reasons
- 1.Hotel booking only partial (must cover full stay)
- 2.More than 2 hotel bookings (max 2 allowed)
- 3.Fails eligibility criteria
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I stay more than 30 days?+
Can I leave and re-enter UAE?+
Hotel booking for whole 30 days?+
Visiting family in Dubai?+
Extension process at airport?+
Express vs normal?+
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Other Dubai (UAE) Visa Types
UAE 48 Hours Transit Visa (Single Entry)
Single-entry UAE visa for stays up to 48 hours — ideal for stopovers en route to other destinations. ₹1,085 fee.
UAE 96 Hours Visa (Single Entry)
Single-entry UAE visa for stays up to 96 hours (4 days) — preferred for business meetings or short stopovers. ₹4,305.
UAE Multi Entry Short Term Visa — 30 Days
Multi-entry UAE visa valid 30 days from first entry — unlimited entries/exits during that period. ₹10,905.
UAE 60 Days Tourist Visa (Single Entry)
Single-entry UAE tourist visa for 60-day stays — extendable twice for 30 days each. ₹17,595. Hotel booking required for 31+ days.
UAE Multi Entry Long Term Visa — 60 Days
Multi-entry UAE visa valid 60 days from first entry — unlimited entries/exits. Best for long GCC trips combining Dubai with multiple countries. ₹17,790.
Source & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global Dubai (UAE) website and Embassy of Dubai (UAE). Last verified 2026-04-20. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.