A New Entry Permit System Has Been Announced For Dubai
The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs announced on Wednesday a new entry permit for residents of GCC countries who are entering Dubai.
The GDRFA stated that more details will be available on the website!
In a nutshell, this new online entry permit system is available for GCC residents who are wishing to travel to Dubai
This service is only available for those who have a valid residency for at least a year, have no travel restrictions from entering the country, and their work and residency cards need to include the profession.
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“This service has been activated to issue a prior online entry permit for travellers residing in the GCC countries, in order to ensure a smooth entry process into the UAE and streamline procedures” the GDRFA wrote
To apply for the permit you need:
1. The original passport.
2. Upon arrival, present the original residence permit issued by a GCC country.
3. A civil or labour card.
And the process goes as follows:
Via the GDRFAD website:
1. log in to the smart services through (UAE Pass or username).
2. Select the service.
3. Fill in the application.
4. Pay the fees: AED250 plus VAT (5%).
After 48 hours, the permit will be valid!
There are other visas available for non-GCC residents also available. Here are all the deets!
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