Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 30 October 2023 – Dubai, since the last few years, has taken a monumental leap towards enhancing the tourist experience. Recently, among many of its visa strategies, Dubai City has allowed extended validity periods of tourist visas, granting visitors more time to discover the charms and wonders of this magnificent Emirate. With this move, the dazzling jewel of the Middle East has once again proven its commitment to providing an exceptional tourist experience with the way of extended visa validities.

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) and the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to making sure every visitor has an unforgettable stay. It has concentrated on and implemented a number of new visa updates and procedures, some of which are related to the Dubai tourist visa and are intended to facilitate and support visitors to Dubai who are applying for or have already applied for and obtained a valid Dubai visa. Dubai tourists can now spend more time taking in the vibrant charm, exploring the busy souks, indulging in opulent shopping, and finding the hidden gems of this vibrant metropolis thanks to this most recent development.

The extended validity feature of the Dubai visa is quite promising and showcases the following aspects:

• Extended stays to explore more: Now tourists can avail of extensions on already valid Dubai tourist visa by 30 or 60 days while they stay within the country by another 30 days. As per the ICA website, individuals holding a visit visa of 30 or 60 days will now be eligible for an additional 30-day stay and the maximum extension period for a visit visa holder is 120 days.

• Simple application process: To extend your stay, all you need is to be present in the country during the application, possess a passport that is valid for at least six months, get in touch with a reputed visa provider or licensed travel agency and submit the required documents for the extension that should include the original valid visa and a colour photograph with the right size and meets the approved standards.

• Commitment to betterment: This latest development comes as part of Dubai's continuous efforts to elevate the tourism sector and ensure that every visitor gets enough time to explore Dubai and leave with unforgettable memories.

• Quick and efficient processing: Once submitted, visa extensions are issued electronically within 48 hours, making it a time-efficient process.


• Additional charges for extended visa: There will be additional charges however to avail of this facility which is non-refundable. The visa extension may cost around AED 600 plus taxes and additional fees.

Now that Dubai has come up with additional extravagant landmarks and attractions, including the awe-inspiring Museum of the Future, Infinity des Lumieres, AYA and Cloud 22, this news couldn't come at a better time. Dubai is known for its extraordinary vision and every year, it keeps adding something new to its exhaustive list of things to do in Dubai. For tourists looking for a more immersive Dubai experience, this new visa feature provides a welcome respite from the overwhelming visa renewal process once the valid visa expires. It is a convenient option for those who want to extend their journey in Dubai as it allows visitors to easily extend their stay without having to leave the country or go through the process of renewing their visa.

These extended visa periods serve as proof of Dubai’s dedication to prioritizing the convenience and comfort of its visitors, With more time on their hands, tourists can take their time enjoying the bustling souks, indulging in world-class shopping, staying at luxurious resorts at their own pace as well as check out the thrilling recreational attractions and adventures that await them.

This is not the first time that Dubai has modified visa regulations to ensure visitors have comfort and hassle-free visits to the emirate. Back when the pandemic had frozen every tourist destination and doomed them with an unknown future, Dubai stepped ahead with massive protocols for safety for their locals and foreign guests and ensured that visa expansion needs were curbed for those stuck in Dubai during the pandemic. Keeping in line with such necessities, the visa expansion from within the emirate is an amazing idea to reduce costs for travellers as well as give them a push to explore the destination for a longer time without any visa worries.

However, visitors are advised to exercise diligence regarding the validity of their visas and to apply for an extension as soon as possible before their current visa expires. The 10-day grace period for visa renewals is no longer available in Dubai, and staying longer than permitted in the visa will result in harsh penalties.

For the latest updates on visa requirements and entry protocols, It is advised travellers consult official government immigration websites and authorized travel agents.

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