UAE Tourist Visa expiring? Our guide unlocks the secrets to renewing your visa INSIDE the UAE! No need for a costly exit & re-entry. Save time & money - learn how here!
The UAE government clarified that all visitors may renew through the Identity and Nationality Center. It also outlined the prerequisites that must be satisfied for the renewal to be completed correctly and the importance of adhering to the specified renewal procedures. The specifics are now provided in the lines that follow.
Steps to renew a visit visa without leaving the country
The government explained that the visit visa can be renewed through the identity and nationality website, all you need is to follow the following steps:
1. Access to the visa renewal page:
Click on this link: icp.gov.ae
2. Start the renovation process:
Click on the service link listed on the page.
Click on the "start service"button.
3. Create an account (if logged in for the first time):
Click on the "Create Account"option.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account creation process.
4. Sign in:
Choose one of the available login methods:
Digital identity system.
Enter user data (username and password).
Make sure you entered your data correctly.
5. Filling out a visa renewal application:
Go to the visa renewal application page.
Enter all the required information in the provided fields.
Make sure that the entered information is correct and accurate.
6. Completion of the application process:
Follow the steps for submitting a visa renewal application according to the instructions of the system.
Attach any required documents.
7. Payment of service fees:
Choose the payment method that is convenient for you.
Pay the required service fee.
8. Submit the application for review:
Click on the "Send Request"button.
You will receive a message stating that the application was successfully submitted.
9. Waiting for a response to the request:
The relevant team will review your application and make sure that it meets all the conditions.
You will receive an email informing you of the decision to approve or reject your application.
Emirates tourist visa renewal conditions
Once we are comfortable with the process of renewing a visit visa without having to leave the nation, we need to get familiar with the renewal requirements that must be met in order for the application to be accepted. These requirements may be summed up as follows:
- The visa must be valid. An expired visa cannot be renewed.
- You must have spent enough time in the UAE, as you must spend at least 30 days in the country during the validity period of the visa.
- Have a valid passport for at least 6 months.
- Have sufficient proof of the means of financial support. You must prove your ability to cover your expenses during your stay in the country, such as bank statements or credit cards.
- Have a confirmed return ticket. You must prove that you have plans to leave the country after the expiration of the visa period.
- To pay the visa renewal fee.
Emirates visa renewal fees
Fee within the country: 500 AED.
Note: the total amount of the visa may vary by increase or decrease depending on the circumstances surrounding the sponsor or for any other reasons that may require it.
It may be extended by a decision of the issuing authority for one or multiple times, not exceeding (120) days in total