The UAE government has also put in place new visit visa policies and classes which are aimed at making the system more transparent, inclusive and flexible. These reforms will focus on bringing the world talent, accommodate family reunification, and enhance economic operations by receiving professionals and tourists worldwide. The new visit visa regulations in the UAE are as follows.
Key Changes in UAE Visit Visa Rules
The Federal Authority of Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has changed the specifications of entry permit and family sponsorship.
- First degree relatives (parents, spouse or children): Sponsor should have a minimum of AED 4,000 per month.
- Second-degree family members (siblings, grandparents, grandchildren): Sponsor has to make AED 8,000 monthly.
- Third-degree relatives (uncle, aunt, cousins): Minimal income of AED 8, 000 per month.
- Sponsoring a friend: One needs to have a minimum of AED 15,000 monthly income.
Applicants also have to submit evidence about kinship with the application of a family visit visa.
New Visit Visa type of UAE Visa.
AI Specialists Visa
The introduction of a new type of visa category of artificial intelligence specialists issued with a single or multiple entries. The applicants will need to submit a letter of hosting organizations or sponsors involved in technology or artificial intelligence research.
Entertainment Visa
This is the category of foreigners who come to the UAE on a temporary basis to get entertained e.g. through a performance or show or a cultural program.
Events Visa
Created to attract tourists and visitors coming to the UAE to the exhibitions, conferences, sports events, or seminars. The host organization- be it a public or privately owned organization- must release an official letter of event details and duration.
Tourism Visa
The new tourist visa is also applicable to people who come through cruise ships or leisure boats. It may be a multi-entry permit and the tourism companies should have the appropriate license to operate.
Residence Permit of Humanitarian nature.
One year of Humanitarian Residence Permit is now issued with the possibility of extension according to the review conducted by the competent authority. Unless the holders quit the UAE within the validity period, the permit will be cancelled.
In special cases of humanitarianism like family reunification, the Director General of Identity and Foreigners Affairs has the authority to waive some of the requirements such as income level or relative degree.
Widows and Divorcees Residency Permits.
If the husband is Emirati:
A foreign divorcee or widow who does not have children may also be given a residence permit within six months of divorce or the death of the husband.
If the husband is a foreigner:
The widow or divorcee is entitled to apply to receive a residency permit in case:
- The children are under her custody.
- The last six months of the marriage has been spent by her in the UAE.
- Her guarantor was the dead or divorced husband.
The condition of finances and housing should be satisfied, and a committed committee will settle any conflicts.
Business Exploration Visa
In order to be eligible to receive the Business Exploration Visa, applicants have to demonstrate financial stability as well as demonstrate that they have operated a similar business in another country, or that they are experienced in the business they intend to undertake. This regulation will make investors and business people venturing into UAE have the required background to conduct business effectively.
Truck Drivers’ Visa
Truck drivers are now able to make an application of single or multiple-entry visas. In order to be eligible, the sponsoring firm should:
- Participate in freight or goods transportation.
- Give monetary guarantees and settle the fees.
- Provide sound health insurance to the driver.
FAQs concerning the visit visas into the United Arab Emirates.
Is it possible to request a multiple-entry visit visa in the UAE?
Yes. The new system enables more than one entry visit visa such as the multi-entry tourist visa.
Is it possible to issue a visit visa out of the UAE?
Yes. Visiting visas may now be renewed in the country thus providing more convenience to the visitors.
Do you have any new income demands to sponsor relatives?
Yes. Sponsors should be able to afford the new income requirements like AED 4,000 to first-degree relatives and AED 8,000 or above to other individuals based on the relationship.
Conclusion
The new UAE visit visa regulations and categories have simplified entry of families, professionals, and investors to the country based on clear guidelines which are not rigid. When you are sponsoring a family member, when you attend an event, or when you go on the hunt of business opportunities, being aware of these new regulations makes the application process a clear sail and quite legal.
