What are the key financial requirements for this visa?

Applicants must provide six months of bank statements showing a maintained balance of at least $4,000 (approximately AED 14,690) or its equivalent in another currency during the six months preceding the application.

How much does the five-year multiple-entry tourist visa cost?

The total application cost is approximately AED 3,713. This includes visa fees, service charges, and a refundable financial guarantee. Additional fees may apply for status changes if applying from within the UAE.

What documents are mandatory for applying for the visa?

Applicants must provide a valid passport with at least six months' validity, attested bank statements for the previous six months showing the required balance, and valid health insurance for their stay in the UAE.

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Policy·14 September 2026

Dubai Offers Five-Year Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa for Frequent Visitors

Dubai has a five-year multiple-entry tourist visa available for frequent travellers of all nationalities, allowing stays of up to 90 days per visit, extendable for another 90 days.

Dubai is offering a five-year multiple-entry tourist visa, designed to facilitate travel for frequent visitors, business travellers, and those visiting family. This self-sponsored visa allows individuals of all nationalities to enter the UAE multiple times over five years without requiring a local sponsor.

Visa Details and Stay Limits

Visa holders can stay in the UAE for up to 90 days per visit, with an option to extend for an additional 90 days. However, the total duration of stay within a calendar year must not exceed 180 days. The visa is valid for entry within two months of its issuance date, with a possible two-month extension for this entry period. The annual stay calculation begins from the date of the traveller's first entry into the UAE.

Eligibility and Required Documents

Applicants must meet specific criteria and provide certain documents:

A passport valid for at least six months.
Bank statements covering the previous six months, showing a maintained balance of at least $4,000 (approximately AED 14,690) or its equivalent in another currency.
Valid health insurance for the duration of their stay in the UAE.

Additional documents may be requested by the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs — Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) based on individual application details.

Application Process and Cost

The total cost for the five-year multiple-entry visa is approximately AED 3,713. This fee includes visa charges, service fees, and a refundable financial guarantee. Applicants within the UAE may incur additional charges for status changes. The application can be submitted online via the GDRFA Dubai website (www.gdrfad.gov.ae) by registering an account, selecting the 'New 5 Years Tourism Entry Permit', filling in personal and travel details, uploading required documents, and paying the fees. Applicants will receive notifications via SMS and email upon approval, along with a digital copy of the entry permit.

Frequently asked

Questions, answered

What is the maximum stay permitted per visit with the five-year multiple-entry visa?: Visa holders can stay in the UAE for up to 90 days per visit, with the option to extend for an additional 90 days. However, the total time spent in the UAE must not exceed 180 days in a calendar year.
What are the key financial requirements for this visa?: Applicants must provide six months of bank statements showing a maintained balance of at least $4,000 (approximately AED 14,690) or its equivalent in another currency during the six months preceding the application.
How much does the five-year multiple-entry tourist visa cost?: The total application cost is approximately AED 3,713. This includes visa fees, service charges, and a refundable financial guarantee. Additional fees may apply for status changes if applying from within the UAE.
What documents are mandatory for applying for the visa?: Applicants must provide a valid passport with at least six months' validity, attested bank statements for the previous six months showing the required balance, and valid health insurance for their stay in the UAE.
Where can one apply for the five-year multiple-entry tourist visa?: Applications can be submitted online through the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs — Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) website at www.gdrfad.gov.ae, via their Smart Services portal.

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This brief was summarised and rewritten by Gaia Living from public reporting. Figures and details reflect the original sources.

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