The UAE government recently announced a new tourist visa with small amounts of money in exchange for large privileges for Indian citizens wishing to travel to the UAE. The duration of the visa ranges from 30 days or 60 days, with prices starting from 354.54 UAE dirhams, equivalent to approximately 8,000 Indian rupees.
Dubai receives 2 million Indian tourists annually
The UAE receives at least two million Indian tourists annually, according to official reports issued last year, making Indian citizens the largest in number, according to what was announced by the Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai.
Various visas for Indians
The UAE government offers several visa options available to Indian citizens wishing to come to the UAE, and there are different types of visas that you can choose from depending on the purpose of the visit and the length of stay.
Indian citizens can request visas from the tourism agent in Dubai, or through your airline to apply for a tourist visa.
Indian citizens can also apply for visas directly through the website of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs.
Dubai tourist visa for Indians
If you are traveling to Dubai for the purpose of tourism, you can obtain the appropriate tourist visa for you from these two types:
- 30-day single entry visa.
- Single entry visa for 60 days.
You can also test a multiple-entry tourist visa for a period of 30 or 60 days, knowing that issuing a visa takes approximately two to four days to process.
The UAE also provides an express visa for tourist travel, which is processed within only 24 hours, in addition to the instant visa, which is processed within only 3 hours from travel agents.
Dubai express visa cost for indians
- 30-day single entry visa for approximately INR 8,000 (AED 354.54)
- 60-day single entry visa for approximately INR 13,000 (AED 576.12)
Dubai instant visa cost for indians
- 30-day single entry visa for approximately INR 10,000 (AED 443.17)
- 60-day single entry visa for approximately INR 15,500 (AED 664.75)
It is worth noting that travelers under the age of 18 (minors) apply for a free tourist visa, and they can obtain a visit visa at any time of age as long as the child is accompanied by an adult holding the tourist visa.
Dubai is considered the number one destination for travelers coming from India
It is worth noting that Dubai is considered the first destination for travelers coming from India due to the tourist attractions it provides and accommodation options that meet all requirements, ages and budgets. It also has a vibrant Indian community, welcoming family and friends from India and around the world. According to Dubai tourism statistics, the emirate received two million visitors from India during the period from January to October 2023.
