General Requirements

Passport : Must be valid for at least six months.

Photographs : Passport-sized photos as per UAE specifications.

Medical Tests : Required for most visa types to check for communicable diseases.

Financial Proof : Evidence of financial stability may be required for certain visas.

Health Insurance : Mandatory for most visa types.

Application Process

Gather Documents : Collect all necessary documents, including passport copies, photographs, sponsorship letters, and proof of funds.

Submit Application : Apply online through official portals or through the relevant sponsor (employer, family member, educational institution).

Pay Fees : Visa fees vary by type and duration.

Medical Examination : Undergo medical tests if required.

Receive Entry Permit : For applications from outside Dubai, receive an entry permit to enter the UAE.

Complete In-Country Procedures : Upon arrival, complete the remaining visa procedures like medical tests, Emirates ID, and visa stamping.

If you're already in Dubai, you can apply for various types of visas or modify your current visa status without leaving the country. Common visas include:

Employment Visa: Usually arranged by your employer. The process involves:
1 :A job offer from a UAE-based company.
2 :The company applies for an employment entry permit.
3 :Once you enter Dubai with this permit, you undergo medical tests.
4 :Your employer applies for a residence visa and an Emirates ID.

Residence Visa: For those sponsored by family members:
1 :Requires sponsorship by a UAE resident who meets the income criteria.
2 :Medical tests, Emirates ID, and health insurance are mandatory.
3 :Valid for 1-3 years and renewable.

Investor/Partner Visa: For business investors:
1 :Requires proof of investment in a UAE business.
2 :Includes medical tests, Emirates ID, and health insurance.

Student Visa: For students enrolled in UAE educational institutions:
1 :Sponsored by the educational institution.
2 :Requires proof of enrollment and financial means.
3 :Includes medical tests and health insurance.

Tourist Visa: Extension for tourists already in Dubai:
1 :Available for 30 or 90 days, with possible extensions.
2 :Can be arranged through airlines, travel agencies, or hotels.

If you're applying from outside Dubai, the procedures generally involve obtaining an entry permit first, then completing the visa process upon arrival:

Tourist Visa: Usually the easiest to obtain:
1 :Apply through airlines, travel agencies, or UAE hotels.
2 :Requires a passport with at least six months validity.
3 :Available for 30 or 90 days, with possible extensions.

Visit Visa: Sponsored by a UAE resident or company:
1 :Requires a sponsorship letter from a UAE resident or company.
2 :Can be for short (30 days) or long-term (90 days), with extensions available.

Employment Visa::
1 :Your prospective employer arranges an employment entry permit.
2 :After entering Dubai, follow the same process as the inside application.

Residence Visa::
1 :Similar to the employment visa process but initiated by a family member or spouse.

Student Visa:
1 :The educational institution in Dubai handles the initial application.
2 :The student enters Dubai on an entry permit, then completes the visa process.