UAE immigration now processes Dubai tourist visas within 48 working hours after document submission. As a licensed visa agency with direct access to the UAE immigration system, we submit your application the same day — and your visa arrives in your inbox within 48 hours.
No waiting rooms. No agency delays. Just send us your documents and we handle everything directly with immigration.
How It Works
Step 1 — Send Your Documents
Send us your passport copy (main page + last page) and a passport-size photo in JPEG or PDF format via WhatsApp or email. That is all we need to start.
Step 2 — We Review and Submit
Our team checks your documents for any issues before submission — wrong photo size, unclear scan, name mismatch — and submits directly to the UAE immigration system. You get notified once submitted.
Step 3 — Visa in Your Inbox
Your Dubai e-visa is emailed to you as a PDF within 48 working hours. Show it on your phone or print it — no visa sticker needed on your passport.
Visa Prices — 48-Hour Processing
30 Days Single Entry — AED 399
60 Days Single Entry — AED 600
30 Days Multiple Entry — AED 799
60 Days Multiple Entry — AED 1,199
All prices include immigration fee, typing charges and VAT. No hidden fees.
What Does 48 Working Hours Actually Mean?
This is where most travelers get confused. 48 working hours means 2 UAE business days — not 2 calendar days.
UAE working days are Saturday to Thursday. Friday is the weekend.
Example: Submit on Sunday morning — visa ready by Monday evening.
Thursday night submission: Friday is a weekend — immigration queues it on Friday, processes Saturday. Expect your visa by Saturday afternoon.
Need it faster? Our Urgent Dubai Visa service delivers in 2 to 4 hours.
Why Apply Through ApplyDubaiVisa.com
Licensed UAE agency — direct system access. We are not a middleman. We submit directly to UAE immigration, which means no extra delays between you and your visa.
Document check before submission. Most rejections happen because of a blurry photo, wrong file format or a name mismatch. We catch these before submitting so your 48-hour clock starts clean.
7-day WhatsApp support. We follow up on every application and update you if immigration needs anything extra.
All nationalities accepted. We process visas for 200+ nationalities. If your nationality qualifies for a UAE tourist visa, we can submit it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does 48-hour processing apply to all nationalities?
Yes — this is UAE immigration standard processing time for all eligible nationalities. Some cases may require additional verification, adding 1 to 2 days. We will tell you in advance if this applies to your passport.
If I submit Thursday night, when will I get my visa?
Friday is a UAE weekend. Your application goes into the immigration queue on Friday and is processed on Saturday. You should receive your visa by Saturday afternoon. If you need it before Friday, submit by Wednesday evening.
Do I need a flight ticket or hotel booking to apply?
No. Neither a flight ticket nor hotel booking is required to submit your visa application. These may be checked by immigration officers upon arrival, but are not needed at the application stage.
Can I apply from outside the UAE?
Yes. Our service is 100% online. You can apply from any country and receive your Dubai visa by email — ready to use at any UAE airport or seaport.
What if immigration takes longer than 48 hours?
In rare cases immigration may run additional checks or request documents. We follow up directly and keep you updated. If processing runs beyond 3 working days we escalate on your behalf.
Is the 48-hour visa the same as an express or urgent visa?
No. The 48-hour timeline is standard processing by UAE immigration — it applies to all tourist visas regardless of agency. An express visa (24 hours) and urgent visa (2 to 4 hours) are separate services with higher fees for faster processing.