New Delhi: The Dubai Emigration Department has announced new, stricter requirements for obtaining a tourist visa aimed at streamlining the application process and enhancing compliance. Travellers will now be required to submit hotel booking documents with a QR code and a copy of their return ticket when applying for a visa.
This change mandates that travel agencies ensure these documents are included in the application process, as failure to do so may result in delays.
Updated visa application guidelines
Under the revised regulations, hotel bookings and return tickets are no longer optional. Applicants must upload these documents on the Emigration Department’s website at the time of application. Only travel agencies are authorised to submit applications for tourist visas, while visit visas can also be processed by trading companies, individuals, or families, with the same documentation requirements applying to both types of visas.
Financial proof requirement introduced
In addition to the documentation changes, applicants must demonstrate sufficient financial resources through their credit or debit cards. The minimum requirement is set at 3,000 Dirhams for a two-month visa and 5,000 Dirhams for a three-month visa.
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