30, 60 & 90-Day UAE Visit Visa Prices Compared [2026]

The total cost of a UAE visit visa includes three main components: the government fee set by the UAE immigration authority (ICP), the service charge from the typing centre or agency, and mandatory medical insurance. Each component increases with the visa duration, but not proportionally — the per-day cost actually decreases for longer visas.

The key takeaway from this comparison is that the price difference between a 30-day and 60-day visa is relatively small (approximately AED 180 to AED 340), while the 60-day visa gives you double the stay duration. The jump from 60 to 90 days adds another AED 270 to AED 410. In both cases, the longer visa offers significantly better per-day value — but only if you actually need those extra days.

The 30-day visa is the most popular choice for short-term visitors and the most affordable option for trips that are clearly within the one-month timeframe. It is the right choice when your trip has a defined, short duration and there is no realistic possibility of needing more time.

• Holiday visits of 1 to 3 weeks — if you are visiting Dubai for a holiday and your return flight is booked within 25 days, a 30-day visa is the cost-effective choice.
• Business trips with a fixed agenda — short-term business visits for meetings, conferences, or trade shows that last 1 to 2 weeks fit comfortably within a 30-day window.
• Transit stays — if you are passing through the UAE en route to another destination and your layover is more than a few hours but less than a few weeks.
• Budget-conscious first visits — if budget is the primary concern and you are confident your trip will not exceed 30 days, this is the lowest-cost option.

The 60-day visa is the sweet spot for many UAE visitors. It offers a generous stay duration at a cost that is only marginally higher than the 30-day option, making it the best value for trips that might extend beyond a month or for visitors who want flexibility in their travel dates.

• Extended family visits — visiting relatives for more than 3 weeks is very common for families from South Asia, and the 60-day visa avoids the stress and cost of extending a 30-day visa mid-trip.
• Medical treatment — patients travelling to Dubai for medical consultations, procedures, and recovery need enough time to complete their treatment without visa pressure.
• Exploring the UAE beyond Dubai — visitors who want to see Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, and other Emirates need more than 30 days to cover the country properly.
• Flexible travel plans — if your return date is not fixed and could fall anywhere between 25 and 55 days, the 60-day visa provides a comfortable buffer.
• Remote workers and digital nomads — while the UAE has specific remote work visas, short-term visitors who work remotely may prefer the longer window of a 60-day visa.

The 60-day visa is also the smarter choice when you compare it against the alternative: a 30-day visa plus a 30-day extension. Extending a 30-day visa costs AED 600 to AED 800 in government and processing fees, making the total cost AED 950 to AED 1,230 — significantly more than the AED 530 to AED 770 for a 60-day visa applied from the start. If there is even a 30 percent chance you will need more than 30 days, the 60-day visa is the financially prudent choice.

The 90-day visa is designed for extended stays and provides the maximum single-visit duration available under the standard visit visa framework. While it is the most expensive option, it is the correct choice for specific situations where a shorter visa simply would not work.

• Long-term family visits — parents visiting their children in Dubai often stay for 2 to 3 months, making the 90-day visa the only option that covers the full stay without needing an extension.
• Property investment exploration — visitors evaluating UAE real estate opportunities need extended time for property viewings, legal consultations, and transaction processing.
• Medical treatment requiring extended recovery — complex medical procedures in Dubai may require weeks of recovery and follow-up appointments.
• Job seekers — while there is a separate job seeker visa, some visitors use the 90-day visit visa while exploring employment opportunities in the UAE.
• Seasonal residents — some visitors from hot climate countries spend 2 to 3 months in the UAE during the pleasant winter season (November to March).

The 90-day visa becomes the better financial choice compared to a 60-day visa plus extension when the combined cost of the extension exceeds the price difference between the two visa types. Since a 60-day visa extension costs approximately AED 600 to AED 800, and the price difference between a 60-day and 90-day visa is approximately AED 270 to AED 410, the 90-day visa is always cheaper if you know you will stay beyond 60 days.

One of the most common mistakes visitors and sponsors make is choosing the cheapest visa upfront and then paying for an extension when the trip runs longer than expected. This approach almost always costs more than selecting the correct duration from the beginning. Understanding the extension costs helps you make a smarter upfront choice.

The message is clear: if your trip could potentially exceed the visa duration, it is almost always cheaper to choose a longer visa from the start rather than extending. The only exception is when you are absolutely certain your trip will be short — in which case the shortest visa saves money by avoiding unnecessary coverage.

Each visa duration is available in both single-entry and multiple-entry variants. The multiple-entry option costs approximately AED 100 to AED 300 more than the single-entry equivalent, depending on the duration. The question is whether this premium is justified for your travel pattern.

A single-entry visa is cancelled the moment you leave the UAE, even if unused days remain. With a multiple-entry visa, you can leave and re-enter as many times as you want during the validity period. This matters if you plan to take a day trip to Oman (a popular excursion from Dubai), visit another GCC country during your stay, or if your schedule involves leaving and returning to the UAE.

For most straightforward holiday visitors who arrive, stay, and depart, a single-entry visa is sufficient and saves money. For business visitors who may need to visit neighbouring countries and return, or for families planning an Oman day trip from Dubai, the multiple-entry option pays for itself by avoiding the cost of a new visa application upon re-entry.

Choosing the right visa duration comes down to a simple decision framework. Consider your planned stay, the likelihood of extending, and the cost difference between durations. Here is a quick guide to help you decide.