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Apply online for a 30 Days Single Entry Dubai Visa for one short tourist trip to the UAE. This visa allows one entry and a permitted stay of up to 30 days from the date you enter the UAE. If you leave the UAE during the trip, the same single-entry permit cannot be used again.
This page covers the standard single-entry tourist route. GDRFA treats tourism and relative-or-friend visit visas as separate immigration services, so do not assume every visa commonly called a “30-day visit visa” follows the same sponsor, document or fee rules.
Regular: 24–72 Working Hours* Express: 4–24 Hours* Single Entry Up to 30 Days Stay Online Application
30 Day Dubai Visa — Key Facts & Current Costs
A quick reference for the standard 30-day single-entry tourist route:
| Feature | Current Information |
|---|---|
| Visa category | Single-entry tourist visa |
| Permitted stay | Up to 30 days from UAE entry |
| Entries | One UAE entry only |
| Entry deadline | Check the exact “enter before” or expiry date shown on the issued permit |
| Official GDRFA 30-day visa fee | AED 200 + 5% VAT — AED 210 for that visa-fee component |
| Current DVV regular price | USD 160 |
| Current DVV express price | USD 180 |
| Current DVV processing estimate | Regular: 24–72 working hours*; Express: 4–24 hours* |
| GDRFA expected completion time | 48 hours after requirements are fulfilled |
| Work permitted | No — a tourist visa does not authorise employment |
| Overstay fine | AED 50 per chargeable day after the permitted stay and any applicable grace period |
*Processing estimates can be affected by document verification, UAE public holidays and immigration review. Approval is controlled by the UAE immigration authority.
What Is a 30 Day Single Entry Dubai Visa?
A 30-day single-entry Dubai tourist visa is a short-stay UAE entry permit that allows one entry and a stay of up to 30 days. The permitted stay is counted from the date you enter the UAE.
The visa also has a separate pre-entry validity or “enter before” deadline. Check that date on the issued e-visa rather than assuming that the 30-day stay begins on the approval date.
What Does Single Entry Mean?
Single entry means you can use the permit for one UAE entry. Once you leave the UAE, that permit cannot be used to return. If your itinerary includes leaving for Oman, Bahrain or another destination and returning to the UAE, compare the 30 Days Multiple Entry Dubai Visa.
Tourist Visa vs Relative or Friend Visit Visa
Searchers often use terms such as “30 days visit visa Dubai” and “30 days tourist visa Dubai” interchangeably. Legally, however, GDRFA provides separate services. This page covers the tourist visa sponsored through an accredited tourism establishment. A relative-or-friend visit visa follows its own sponsorship, document and fee conditions.
30 Days Dubai Visa Cost: Government Fee vs Displayed DVV Price
The official government visa fee and the price displayed by a private visa-support provider should not be treated as automatically identical charges.
| Price Component | Current Amount | What It Represents |
|---|---|---|
| Official GDRFA 30-day tourist visa fee | AED 200 + 5% VAT | AED 210 for the published government visa-fee component |
| DVV Regular | USD 160 | Current price displayed for the regular service option |
| DVV Express | USD 180 | Current price displayed for the express service option |
Before payment, review the live checkout breakdown. It should make clear how the government fee, UAE-valid medical insurance, provider service component and any optional express handling are included in the amount you are being charged.
Do not automatically add AED 210 to the displayed DVV amount or assume it is already included unless the live checkout or invoice states this clearly.
For a wider comparison of government fees and provider prices, see the Dubai visitor visa cost guide.
Documents Required for a 30-Day Dubai Tourist Visa
For GDRFA Dubai's standard single-entry tourist route, the core requirements are more specific than the current page suggests.
1. Passport Copy
Provide a clear passport copy. GDRFA requires the passport or travel document to have at least six months' validity.
2. Personal Photo
Provide a clear recent personal photo that meets the requirements of the application channel. Do not treat 35 × 45 mm as a universal digital-upload rule because technical dimensions can vary by portal. See the Dubai visa photo requirements guide before uploading your image.
3. Return or Onward Travel Ticket
GDRFA lists a travel ticket to continue your journey or leave the UAE as a condition for the tourist visa. It should therefore be treated as a requirement for this route rather than merely an optional recommendation.
4. UAE-Valid Medical Insurance
You must have medical insurance that is valid in the UAE for the applicable trip or visa period.
5. Country-of-Origin ID for Certain Nationalities
GDRFA currently lists a country-of-origin identity card for applicants from Iraq, Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan.
Additional Supporting Documents
Your tourism provider or the immigration authority may request additional documents depending on the applicant's circumstances. Accommodation evidence or another supporting document should therefore be presented as case-specific when requested, not as a universal GDRFA requirement for every applicant.
For the wider preparation checklist, see the Dubai visitor visa requirements guide.
How to Apply 30 Day Single Entry Dubai Visa Online
The application can be completed online. Prepare your passport, photo, travel-ticket details, UAE-valid medical insurance and any case-specific supporting documents before you begin.
Start Your Application
Click Apply Dubai Visitor Visa to open the secure application portal.
Select Your Citizenship Country
Choose your citizenship and the country you are travelling from to see the visa options available for your passport.
3. Choose 30 Days Single Entry Visa
Select the 30 Days Single Entry Visa and review the current Regular or Express option shown for your application. At present, the page displays USD 160 for Regular and USD 180 for Express. Review the checkout breakdown before payment rather than treating either figure as only the government fee.
Fill in Personal Details
Enter your full name as on your passport, WhatsApp number, phone, residential address, and email.
Upload Documents
Upload passport bio page, passport photo, and any additional nationality-specific documents. Accepted: JPG, PNG, PDF.
Make Payment Securely
Pay via Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, UPI (Indian applicants), WeChat Pay, or Alipay.
Receive Confirmation & Application ID
A confirmation email with your Application ID is sent shortly after submission. Use it to track your visa status anytime.
Receive Your Visa Decision
If approved, your e-visa arrives as a PDF by email and WhatsApp. Print it or save it — both are generally accepted at UAE immigration. Final approval rests with UAE authorities.
Can You Extend a 30-Day Dubai Tourist Visa?
Yes, GDRFA Dubai provides an extension service for single- and multiple-entry tourist visas. Extension is subject to the issuing authority's decision and the applicant's file.
GDRFA's current service conditions state that a tourist visa may be extended one or more times, with the extensions not exceeding 120 days in total. This replaces the old wording on this page that described a general two-extension or approximately 90-day limit.
| GDRFA Extension Component | Current Published Amount |
|---|---|
| Visa extension fee | AED 600 |
| VAT | 5% |
| Inside-country fee, when applicable | AED 500 |
| Knowledge Dirham, when applicable | AED 10 |
| Innovation Dirham, when applicable | AED 10 |
The final amount can vary according to the sponsored person's circumstances. Apply before your current permitted stay expires and wait for the immigration record to confirm the new status.
Review the official GDRFA tourist visa extension service or see our Dubai visitor visa extension guide.
What Happens If You Overstay?
The current UAE overstay fine is AED 50 per chargeable day after the permitted stay and any applicable grace period have ended.
Do not use the old AED 250–300 exit-permit estimate from this page as a universal charge. Check the live immigration record and current authority service before paying or travelling.
30 Days Tourist Visa Dubai vs. Other UAE Entry Permits
Not sure if a single-entry 30-day permit is right for you? Compare your options below.
| Feature | 30 Days Single Entry | 30 Days Multiple Entry | 60 Days Single Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Stay | 30 days | 30 days per entry | 60 days |
| Entries Allowed | 1 (single) | Multiple | 1 (single) |
| Current DVV Displayed Regular Price | $160 USD | Check price | Check price |
| Extendable | May be — verify eligibility | May be — verify eligibility | May be — verify eligibility |
| Best For | One-trip tourists | Oman / Bahrain day trips | Longer stays |
If you plan to cross into Oman or visit Bahrain during your trip, consider the Multiple Entry option — a single entry visa becomes void the moment you exit the UAE.
Track Your Dubai Visa Application
After applying, visit the Dubai Visitor Visa Status page and enter your Application ID to check your visa status. You can also contact us on WhatsApp at +971 588 850205 .
Why Apply for Your Dubai Travel Visa Through Us?
Dubai Visitor Visa provides online application assistance, document checking, application tracking and customer support for travellers who choose to use a private visa-support service.
100% OnlineNo embassy visit, no paperwork and no appointment needed. | WhatsApp SupportExpert assistance available via WhatsApp. |
Express ProcessingFaster service option for urgent travel. | Secure PaymentsCards, PayPal, UPI, WeChat Pay and Alipay. |
Most Nationalities SupportedSubject to UAE immigration eligibility and document review. | Application TrackingCheck your visa status with your Application ID anytime. |
Published Refund PolicyRefund eligibility depends on the application stage and the terms of the published policy. Review the refund policy before payment. | Group ApplicationsFamilies can submit multiple applicants together. |
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