1980s: Notable Visa Type in Dubai
At that point of time, oil was the main source of the economy, so the large infrastructures required a trail of workforce in Dubai, so for this, a work visa was introduced to get people from around the world to work for their oil sector.
And also, the types were not well diversified as the focus was just on employment, family and tourism
Dubai Employment Visa
PURPOSE: Dubai Employment Visa allow foreigners to work in Dubai and also permits employees to live in Dubai for the specific duration mentioned in their employment contract, and this also serves protection under UAE labor laws that is a complete package in itself giving protection in wages, flexible work models, termination and notice period, probation period, discrimination and harassment, and more.
COST FOR DUBAI EMPLOYMENT VISA
It depends on the category, so it starts from AED 300- 5,000+ additional charges.
FINE FOR DUBAI EMPLOYMENT VISA
For 30 days there is no fine so either you can exit the UAE or transfer to another visa, afterwards, the fine is AED 125 for the first day and AED 25 for each subsequent day for 6 months.
Dubai Family Visa
PURPOSE: This Dubai Family Visa gives access to family reunification where parents, spouses, and children can live together to support the expatriate and have a balanced work life with the presence of family around.
Furthermore, the families or dependents can get education, healthcare, banking and more to meet all essential needs, so altogether, this visa brings families together and supports everyone by providing a similar culture to have better productivity.
COST FOR DUBAI FAMILY VISA
Starting from the opening of the file that takes AED 200 followed by entry permit (AED 100), residency visa (AED 310), medical fitness test (AED 420) and Emirate ID (AED 370).
FINE FOR DUBAI FAMILY VISA
It grants 30 days grace period, and after that, the fine is AED 125 for the first day and AED 25 for each subsequent day for 6 months.
Dubai Visit Visa
PURPOSE: A Dubai Visit Visa is related to non-work, where the main purpose is to visit the family, attend an event, or attend a wedding. Leisure activities, business exploration, medical tourism, and other purposes can be fulfilled under this visa.
And it is also a way to allure investors and global talent to exchange the culture that brings an important touch in boosting the economy, and also it is availed by many people around the world.
COST FOR DUBAI VISIT VISA
AED 250 for 30 days, AED 300 for 60 days and AED 600 for 90 days.
FINE FOR DUBAI VISIT VISA
Grace period for10 days and after this, for overstaying there is a fine of AED 200 for the first day and from second day it is AED 100.
Dubai Tourist Visa
PURPOSE: A Dubai Tourist Visa is important for Dubai as it has become the world’s best tourist spot. For this, a smooth flow of tourists is required, and in this case, a Dubai tourist visa is one of the vital visas that gives freedom to experience the beauty of this place with its hospitality, culture, and beauty.
They are allowed to step into the beauties of Dubai such as Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina, Burj Khalifa and more landmarks are widely accessible from this visa.
COST FOR DUBAI TOURIST VISA
AED 250 for 30 days, AED 300 for 60 days and AED 600 for 90 days.
FINE FOR DUBAI TOURIST VISA
AED 200 for first day and AED 100 afterwards.
Dubai Transit Visa
PURPOSE: This is for a layover in Dubai. Depending on the duration, which can be 8 to 96 hours, one can explore the place, mainly to rest and get refreshed because waiting at the airport is frustrating, so it is better to relax and explore Dubai in the meantime.
It is also a way to encourage people to experience Dubai in a short span so that they can come again in the future to cherish this place comfortably.
There is other access to in a Dubai Transit Visa where short layovers, to get connecting flights, for business stopovers and more that can be availed as per the purpose of the traveller.
COST FOR DUBAI TRANSIT VISA
Indian citizens are exempt from this visa cost for 48 hours, but for 96 hour it is AED 60.
FINE FOR DUBAI TRANSIT VISA
There is no grace period after 48 or 96 hours, so fine starts immediately that is AED 200 for first day and AED 100 afterwards for every single day.