A tourist visa is an official travel authorization issued by a country that allows a foreign national to enter, stay, and explore the country for leisure, sightseeing, family visits, or other non-business purposes for a limited period.
Tourist visas are typically short-term and do not permit the holder to work, study, or engage in professional activities during their stay. The duration, validity, and number of entries (single or multiple) depend on the visa policy of the destination country.
Passport
Valid for at least 6 months from date of travel
At least 2 blank pages
Photograph
Recent passport-size photo
White background, clear and colored (as per UAE visa photo specs)
Visa Application Form
Filled out online or through an agent/airline
Flight Tickets
Confirmed round-trip or onward ticket
Hotel Booking / Accommodation Proof
Hotel confirmation or invitation letter from a UAE resident (with passport/Emirates ID copy)
Financial Proof (sometimes required)
Bank statement (last 2–3 months)
Suggested balance: AED 5,000+ (~?1–1.2 lakh)
Travel Insurance (may be required)
Covers the full duration of stay
PAN Card (optional but commonly asked by agents in India)
Here’s a short summary of Dubai (UAE) visa rules:
Indian passport holders need a pre-approved tourist visa unless they have a valid US, UK, EU, or select country visa/residence permit, in which case they’re eligible for a 14-day visa on arrival. Regular tourist visas are typically for 30 or 60 days, applied through airlines (like Emirates), travel agents, or online. You’ll need a valid passport, photo, return ticket, hotel booking, and proof of funds. Working on a tourist visa is illegal, and overstaying results in fines. Processing takes 1–5 days, and express options are available.
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