All nationalities are now eligible to obtain a multi-entry tourist visa valid for five years for the United Arab Emirates. This visa allows tourists to enter the country multiple times under self-sponsorship and to stay for 90 days with each visit. Visa holders can extend their stay for an additional 90 days without leaving the country. The visa enables families living outside the UAE to spend more time with their loved ones in the country. According to immigration experts, the visa program is also significant for businesses looking to bring employees in and out of the country for meetings, conferences, and other events.
**Application Process**
The application process for a five-year tourist visa is relatively simple. Applications are accepted online through the website of the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) or the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA). Applicants seeking a visa from within the country can visit certified printing centers like Amer247 for immigration services.
**Required Documents**
- A bank statement for the last six months with a balance of $4,000 or its equivalent in foreign currencies.
- Proof of having UAE health insurance.
- A copy of the first and last page of the passport.
- Recent color passport-sized photos taken against a white background.
Visitors may also be asked to provide additional documents when applying for a five-year multi-entry visa to the UAE, including:
- A copy of the flight ticket.
- Proof of accommodation, such as an invitation letter from friends or family in the UAE.
- Hotel booking or rental contract.
Those seeking this visa must apply through the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs website or its mobile application.
