Getting a tourist visa in just 2 days? Sounds like a dream! But if Dubai is on your travel list, it could be reality. A single-entry UAE tourist visa can now be approved within 48 working hours. Here’s how to apply and what to prepare.

The following documents are required:

  • Personal photograph
  • Copy of a valid passport
  • National identity card, if you have any

You can apply through an accredited tour office.

Once the documents are submitted, the visa is expected to be approved within 48 working hours. The single-entry UAE tourist visa is valid for 30 or 60 days.

Coming to the UAE as a tourist? You can now open a local bank account in minutes and use it to pay and shop during your stay.

And once the visa is sorted, it’s time to plan what you’ll do after landing. Whether it’s your first Dubai visit or your tenth, check out our guides to the best outdoor adventure activities, trendy cafés for coffee and brunch, and family-friendly parks in the city.