Visa Fee Calculator
Get a complete cost breakdown for your visa application from Dubai — government fees, VFS charges, insurance, and service costs, all in AED.
How to use: Select your destination country and visa type. The calculator shows a detailed fee breakdown including government fees, VFS/application centre charges, estimated insurance and photo costs, and OraVisa service fee.
Countries with Fee Breakdowns
Detailed visa fee data is available for these 16 countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Schengen visa cost from Dubai?▼
A Schengen visa costs EUR 90 (~AED 365) for the government fee, plus VFS service charges of approximately AED 150, travel insurance (~AED 100), and passport photos (~AED 40). The total self-applied cost is around AED 655-715. OraVisa service adds AED 250 for complete application management.
What are the VFS Global service charges in Dubai?▼
VFS Global service charges vary by country but typically range from AED 80-155 in Dubai. Schengen countries charge around AED 145-155, UK charges AED 130, and Canada charges AED 140. These fees are in addition to the government visa fee.
Is the visa fee refundable if my application is rejected?▼
Government visa fees are generally non-refundable regardless of the outcome. VFS service charges are also non-refundable. This is why it is important to prepare a strong application with all required documents to maximise your approval chances.
Do children pay the same visa fee?▼
Many countries offer reduced fees for children. For example, Schengen visa fees for children aged 6-12 are EUR 45 (half the adult rate), and children under 6 are often exempt. UK and US generally charge the same fee for all ages.
What does OraVisa's service fee include?▼
OraVisa's service fee covers complete application management: document review and preparation, form filling, VFS/embassy appointment booking, application submission support, and tracking. It does not include government fees, VFS charges, insurance, or courier fees.
Are there any hidden costs in a visa application?▼
Common additional costs include: passport photo prints (AED 30-50), document attestation if required (AED 100-300), travel insurance (AED 50-200 depending on destination), and courier fees for passport return (AED 55-75). Our calculator includes all typical costs.