Getting a Dubai tourist visa used to mean planning several working days ahead. In June 2026, Dubai's General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) confirmed a real change: single-entry tourist visas, both the 30-day and 60-day options, are now processed within 48 hours when the application goes through an accredited tourism office.
Quick Answer
GDRFA-Dubai now processes single-entry tourist visas (30-day and 60-day) within 48 working hours when submitted through an accredited tourism office, using only a passport copy and a photograph as the core documents. Standard GDRFA government fees apply: AED 252 for the 30-day visa and AED 352 for the 60-day visa, plus 5% VAT, with an additional charge if the applicant applies from inside the UAE rather than from abroad.
Who Qualifies
- A single-entry tourist visa, either 30-day or 60-day type.
- Application submitted through an accredited tourism office, or GDRFA's own digital channels (website or DXB smart app).
- Sponsor must be a registered establishment operating in the tourism sector.
- Valid passport, confirmed return/onward ticket, and medical insurance valid for the UAE.
Fees
- 30-day single-entry: AED 252 government fee + 5% VAT
- 60-day single-entry: AED 352 government fee + 5% VAT
An additional charge applies if the applicant is already inside the UAE at time of application.
How Long You Can Stay
Total continuous stay on a single-entry tourist visa (including extensions) cannot exceed 120 days.
Read the full guide, including the step-by-step application process, common mistakes that slow down applications, and FAQs: Dubai Tourist Visa 48-Hour Fast-Track 2026
