In an effort to boost tourism and ease travel to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a five-year multiple-entry visa is available to tourists of all nationalities, including Indians.
In March 2021, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, launched the five-year tourist visa scheme during a Cabinet session.
The five-year visa allows tourists to enter multiple times on self-sponsorship, staying in the country for 90 days on each visit, which can be extended for another 90 days.
This step aimed to strengthen the UAE’s status as a global economic capital.
The initiative also enhances the tourist experience for Indians and fosters economic cooperation between the two countries.
Speaking to Siasat.com, Danish Akber, a Hyderabadi expat from Dubai, has praised the five-year-multiple-entry tourist visa for its flexibility.
“The visa has made trip planning easier, enabling quick booking and flight…