Dubai Transit Visa Types
Choose the Dubai Transit Visa That Covers Your Connection
Every permit here is single entry, must be used within 30 days of issue and cannot be extended in Dubai. Fees are shown before you pay.
96 Hour Transit
14 Day Business
30 Day Single
60 Day Multiple
60 Day Single
30 Day Multiple
60 Day Inside A2A Visa Extension
7 Day Short Stay
2 Yr Freelancer Visa
Must have :
- Valid passport for at least six months.
- Confirmed onward ticket to a third country, departing within your 48 or 96 hour window.
- Confirmed hotel booking in Dubai, or the address of the family or friends you are staying with.
Important note :
- The passport scan must show the whole bio page. Do not cover any part with paper, a finger or another object.
- Your photo needs a plain white background and must be less than six months old.
Documents Required
Documents Required for a Dubai Transit Visa
Four documents, and a specialist checks each one before your application is filed.
Passport Must Have
Personal Details
Your full name, date of birth, passport number, and expiration date.
Photo & Signature
The passport holder’s photo and signature should be clear and legible.
Complete Page Visibility
The entire bio page should be visible, without glare or cropping.
Passport Must Have
Your passport should have at least 6 months of validity and at least 4 blank pages.
Make sure your passport scan is clear, uncropped and easy to read.
Photograph Upload Guidelines
Recent Photograph
The photograph must be taken within the last 6 months.
Clear Face Visibility
The face should be clearly visible, front-facing, with a neutral expression.
Background
The background must be plain white or light-colored, without shadows or patterns.
No Accessories
Sunglasses, caps, hats, or headphones are not allowed.
(Religious headwear is permitted if the face is fully visible.)
Image Quality
The image must be clear, high resolution, and free from blur, filters, or glare.
File Format
JPG / JPEG / PNG formats are accepted.
Hotel Ticket Upload Guidelines
Confirmed Hotel Booking
The hotel reservation must be confirmed.
Guest Name
The booking must display the guest name, matching the passport.
Stay Details
Hotel name, address, check-in & check-out dates must be clearly visible.
Complete Booking Page
The full booking details should be visible, without cutting or hiding any information.
File Format
PDF or image format (JPG / PNG) is accepted.
Flight Ticket Upload Guidelines
Confirmed Ticket
Only a confirmed onward ticket to a third country is accepted (no hold or tentative bookings), departing within your transit window.
Passenger Details
The ticket must clearly show the passenger name, matching the passport.
Travel Details Visible
Flight number, departure & arrival cities, and travel dates must be visible.
Readable Document
The ticket must be clear and legible, without cropping or distortion.
File Format
PDF or image format (JPG / PNG) is acceptable.
FAQ
Dubai Transit Visa Questions, Answered
Who needs one, 48 versus 96 hours, fees, documents and what airlines check at boarding.
On one through ticket, a valid passport and onward boarding pass are usually all you need to change planes airside. South Africa sets its own rules for your arrival there, so check those separately. For a long wait or an overnight, we recommend a pre-arranged transit visa from our team. It lets you leave the terminal or accept a hotel if the connection is disrupted.
No. Switzerland is outside the EU, but the UAE lists Swiss passports alongside most European ones. Your passport validity, onward ticket and destination visa matter far more. If you want to leave the airport, we suggest a pre-arranged transit visa, since rules are reviewed from time to time and check-in staff may want to see clear proof.
If you only want rest or an informal coffee meeting during the stop, a 48-hour transit visa usually fits. Formal business activity, such as signing contracts or attending a trade event, points to a business visa. Tell us what you plan to do during the stopover and we will suggest the right option before you apply.
Yes. A UAE transit visa allows entry at one airport and departure from another, as long as you leave within the permitted time on a confirmed onward flight. Plan road travel between the cities carefully, as it takes a while. We arrange pre-arranged transit visas valid across the UAE, so this kind of open-jaw stopover works well.
It works well for families who want a short break between flights. Four days is enough for the beach, a desert outing and rest before continuing. Each family member, including infants, needs their own approval. Apply with us for everyone together, and keep the onward Seychelles booking handy for check-in in Geneva.