{"id":24987,"date":"2025-01-16T17:09:37","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T17:09:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/?p=24987"},"modified":"2025-01-16T17:09:37","modified_gmt":"2025-01-16T17:09:37","slug":"uae-friend-or-relative-visa-how-to-invite-visitors-for-up-to-90-days-online","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/uae-friend-or-relative-visa-how-to-invite-visitors-for-up-to-90-days-online\/","title":{"rendered":"UAE Friend or Relative Visa: How to Invite Visitors for Up to 90 Days Online"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Residents of the UAE can now bring friends and relatives to visit the country for up to 90 days<\/strong> through a streamlined online service. Offered by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security, the Friend or Relative Visa simplifies the process, allowing for flexible travel plans and durations.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24990\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2261573497.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2261573497.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2261573497-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2261573497-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2261573497-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Applying for the UAE Friend or Relative Visa Online: A Step-by-Step Guide<\/h4>\n<p>The application process is straightforward:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Log in to the authority\u2019s website or smart app using your digital identity.<\/li>\n<li>Select the visa type and duration that best fits your needs.<\/li>\n<li>Carefully verify all the details before submitting your application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The visa comes in two formats \u2014 <strong>single-entry or multiple-entry<\/strong> \u2014 and <strong>permits stays ranging from 30 to 90 days<\/strong>. Once issued, it remains valid for entry for 60 days. Extensions can also be requested during the visitor\u2019s stay, giving families and friends more time together.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24989\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2079866515.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2079866515.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2079866515-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2079866515-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_2079866515-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To apply, you need to meet specific criteria:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The <strong>visitor must be a friend or relative of a UAE citizen or a resident<\/strong> (first or second degree).<\/li>\n<li>Foreign residents sponsoring a visitor must hold jobs classified as first or second level by the authority.<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>visitor should have a passport valid for at least six months<\/strong>, a confirmed <strong>travel ticket<\/strong>, and valid <strong>health insurance<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Maj-Gen Suhail Saeed Al Khaili, director-general of the authority, emphasized that the initiative aims to bring families and friends closer together, fostering stronger connections within the community.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24988\" src=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_543204871.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_543204871.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_543204871-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_543204871-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/shutterstock_543204871-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In addition to promoting family reunification, this <strong>service allows visitors to explore life and opportunities in the UAE, whether for leisure, business, or investment<\/strong>. However, it\u2019s crucial to adhere to the visa\u2019s specified duration, as overstaying or failing to leave can result in administrative penalties.<\/p>\n<p>This service highlights the UAE&#8217;s dedication to enhancing the visitor experience and making it easier for residents to share the country\u2019s vibrant culture and opportunities with their loved ones.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Residents of the UAE can now bring friends and relatives to visit the country for up to 90 days through a streamlined online service. Offered by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security, the Friend or Relative Visa simplifies the process, allowing for flexible travel plans and durations. 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