Government fee
Official fees vary by emirate, service channel, duration and sponsor; use ICP/GDRFA/MOHRE/airline service fee shown at application.
5-year tourist visa requires USD 4,000 bank balance or equivalent during the last six months; service fees vary by ICP/GDRFA/airline channel.
Processing time Varies by ICP, GDRFA, airline, sponsor or service channel; some digital services are processed quickly after complete submission.
How long you can stay Tourist visas vary; 5-year multiple-entry tourist visa allows 90 days per visit, extendable for a further 90 days.
Work rights No employment rights; visit or transit purpose only unless a separate UAE work/residence authorisation is obtained.
Where it leads Entry, visit, residence, work, study or long-term residence in the UAE for the approved purpose.
Where you apply ICP smart services/app, GDRFA Dubai, UAE-based airline, authorised travel agent/hotel, sponsor/employer or relevant UAE authority depending on route.