Visa Services
Visit Visa
Short-term visas for family, clients and business guests
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What this involves
A visit visa allows someone to enter the UAE for a defined short period — typically 30, 60 or 90 days — for tourism, family visits or business meetings. It does not permit employment.
Visit visas can be sponsored by a UAE company, a resident family member, or a hotel or tour operator. Company-sponsored visas are common for bringing in clients, contractors or family members of staff.
Extensions are possible in some cases, and some visit visa holders can change status to a residence visa from inside the country without exiting, which saves both time and an airfare.
What's included
- Visa application preparation and submission
- Sponsorship documentation from your company
- Entry permit issuance
- Extension applications where eligible
- Status change to residence, where the visa type allows
- Guidance on validity, entry deadlines and overstay penalties
Who this is for
- Companies bringing clients or partners to the UAE
- Residents sponsoring family for a visit
- New hires arriving before their employment visa completes
- Business owners exploring the market before committing
Not sure if you need this?
A short call will tell you whether this applies to your situation and what it actually costs — before you commit to anything.
Ask a questionDocuments you'll need
We'll confirm exactly which of these apply to your case before you start gathering anything.
- Visitor passport copy, minimum 6 months validity
- Passport-size photograph, white background
- Confirmed return flight booking
- Sponsoring company trade licence, for company sponsorship
- Sponsor's Emirates ID and visa copy, for family sponsorship
- Proof of accommodation in the UAE
How long it takes
Typical government processing times. Individual cases vary by nationality and emirate.
Document collection
1 working dayPassport, photo and sponsorship documents gathered.
Application submission
1 working dayFiled with immigration through the sponsoring entity.
Approval and issuance
2–4 working daysEntry permit issued electronically.
Entry to the UAE
Within 60 daysThe permit must be used before it expires.
What it costs
| Item | From |
|---|---|
| 30-day single entry | AED 550 |
| 60-day single entry | AED 900 |
| 90-day multiple entry | AED 2,200 |
| Status change, inside the UAEAvoids an exit and re-entry flight | AED 1,400 |
| Extension, 30 days | AED 950 |
These are indicative 2026 market ranges, shown so you can budget realistically. Government fees change and every case differs — we send a fixed written quote covering your exact activity, visa count and facility before you commit to anything.
Common questions
Can a visit visa be converted to a residence visa?
In many cases yes — a status change can be done inside the country without exiting, which saves time and the cost of a flight. Eligibility depends on the visa type and the applicant's nationality, so we confirm before you commit.
What happens if someone overstays?
Daily fines accrue from the day after expiry and must be settled before departure or before any new visa can be issued. Long overstays can also result in an entry ban, so it is worth tracking expiry dates carefully.
Can a visit visa holder work?
No. Working on a visit visa is illegal and carries penalties for both the individual and the company involved. If you want someone to start work, apply for a work permit.
Let's get this handled
Tell us your situation and we'll tell you exactly what's involved, what it costs and how long it takes.
Or call Jaleel +971 52 432 9060 or Mis Shabi +971 50 314 9109