Do I need a transit visa for Dubai? [duplicate]

I'm from the Philippines, and I'm going to Kish Island, Iran. I'm flying via Dubai, staying in the airport, and then catching a connecting flight to Kish.

What are the requirements for me for a transit visa for Dubai?

Best Answer

You don't need a visa to transit Dubai if you do not need to leave the international transit area of the airport. In that respect it is like most of the world's airports.

If you want to leave the airport and visit Dubai during your layover, you will need to apply for a visa in advance. You can do this by visiting Manage a booking on the Emirates web site and entering in your details. You need to get this visa in advance; your nationality is not eligible for visa on arrival.

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Can I transit through Dubai airport without visa?

Do I need a visa to transit in Dubai or Abu Dhabi? You need a visa to transit in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or any other emirate in the UAE if: You are not exempt from UAE Tourist Visas or you are not eligible for a UAE Visa On Arrival; and. Your onward flight is in the next 48 or 96 hours.

Do you need a transit visa for connecting flights?

Most countries that normally require that you have a visa, do not require the visa if you are a transit passenger, someone who is only transiting through the airport. As you don't go through immigration, and you don't enter the country, hence no visa is needed.

Can I get transit visa on arrival in Dubai?

The transit visa is also an e-visa and should be applied prior to your arrival in the country. However, for people coming from most countries such as the UK, USA, Schengen countries, etc, and GCC countries, they will be issued a visa on arrival.

How long can you transit in Dubai without a visa?

The UAE issues two types of transit visas: one for 48 hours which is free of charge, and another for 96 hours for AED 50. Transit visas must be processed and approved before entering the UAE and are not extendable.

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