Dubai new visa rules

Dubai has introduced several new visa rules and regulations in recent years to attract more tourists and businesses to the country. Here are some of the key changes:

Tourist Visa

• In 2018, Dubai introduced a new tourist visa policy, allowing citizens of 80 countries to obtain a visa on arrival or online.
• The visa is valid for 30 days and can be extended for an additional 30 days.
• The visa fee is AED 100 (approximately USD 27).

Long-Term Visas

• In 2019, Dubai introduced a new long-term visa system, allowing foreigners to live and work in the country for up to 5 years.
• The visa is available for:
  • Investors: AED 5,000 (approximately USD 1,360) fee for a 5-year visa.
  • Entrepreneurs: AED 3,000 (approximately USD 815) fee for a 5-year visa.
  • Specialized talents: AED 1,000 (approximately USD 270) fee for a 5-year visa.
  • Scientists and researchers: AED 1,000 (approximately USD 270) fee for a 5-year visa.
• The visa allows holders to live and work in Dubai, and also provides a pathway to UAE citizenship.

Golden Card

• In 2019, Dubai introduced a new "Golden Card" visa, which is a 10-year residency visa for exceptional talents and professionals.
• The visa is available for:
  • Scientists and researchers: AED 1,000 (approximately USD 270) fee.
  • Artists and creatives: AED 1,000 (approximately USD 270) fee.
  • Entrepreneurs and investors: AED 5,000 (approximately USD 1,360) fee.
• The Golden Card visa provides a pathway to UAE citizenship and allows holders to live and work in Dubai for up to 10 years.

Visa-Free Entry

• In 2019, Dubai introduced visa-free entry for citizens of 51 countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and several European countries.
• The visa-free entry is valid for 30 days and can be extended for an additional 30 days.

Other Changes

• In 2020, Dubai introduced a new "Remote Work Visa" policy, allowing foreigners to live and work in Dubai remotely for up to 1 year.
• The visa is available for AED 1,000 (approximately USD 270) fee and provides a pathway to UAE citizenship.

It's worth noting that visa rules and regulations are subject to change, and it's always best to check with the relevant authorities or a licensed immigration consultant for the most up-to-date information.