United Arab Emirates•AsiaTransit Visa - 48 Hours
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
48 days
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Free 48-hour transit visa for passengers transiting through UAE airports. Allows short stopover during layover without leaving the airport.
The 48-hour transit visa is a free facility for international travelers transiting through UAE airports. It is issued upon arrival at the airport and allows visitors to exit the airport and explore the city during their layover.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Onward flight ticket
Confirmed flight to third destination
Return ticket
Flight itinerary documentation
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Advantages
- Free of charge
- Instant issuance at airport
- Allows exploration of UAE during layover
- No advance application required
Considerations
- Very short duration
- Non-extendable
- Non-renewable
- Requires onward flight confirmation
Application Process
Arrive at UAE airport
Land at Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Sharjah airport
Proceed to immigration
Go to transit visa counter
Present documents
Show passport and onward flight ticket
Receive transit permit
Visa stamped in passport immediately
Exit and explore
Can leave airport for 48 hours
Application Forms
Transit Visa Application
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