Apply For Dubai Visa For Gcc Residents
As a GCC resident, you now have the option to apply for a residence visa in the UAE. The Government of Dubai has launched the new UAE visa application system which is available online. This means that residents of all GCC countries will be able to apply for a residency visa at their local embassy in Dubai or apply directly on their website.
Before applying for a visa to Dubai for GCC Residents, you should know that there are four different types of visas available. You can pick from the below four categories :-
eVisa application
GCC residents and their companions need to apply online for a visa and must obtain the same before arriving in the UAE.
- Apply for an entry permit (eVisa) to Dubai if you are an expatriate resident of one of the GCC countries – GDRFA Dubai
- Apply for an entry permit (eVisa) to UAE if you are an expatriate resident of one of the GCC countries – Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security.
Notes and Conditions
- eVisa will be sent to you to your registered email address once your application is approved
- Application for GCC expatriate residents and companions travelling with GCC citizens will not be approved if the sponsor is not travelling along with them
- GCC residents’ entry permit is valid for 30 days from the date of issue and they are allowed to stay for 30 days from the date of entry. The visa is extendable once for 30 days
- Entry permit for companions travelling with GCC citizens is valid for 60 days from the date of issue and they are allowed to stay for 60 days from the date of entry. The visa is extendable once for 60 days
- Upon arrival, if the GCC residence visa is found to be expired or cancelled, he will not be granted entry
- If the profession of the GCC resident is found to be changed after the issuance of his entry permit, the entry permit holder will not be granted entry
- GCC residency must be valid for at least 3 months from the arrival date
- The passport of GCC residents must be valid at least 3 months from the arrival date.