UAE announces 30-day visa extension for visitors via app at a fee of Dh750

The UAE's Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security has made the extension of visit visas for relatives or friends easier.

Holders of visit visas, valid for 30, 60, or 90 days, now have the option to extend their visas on an app for an additional 30 days by paying a fee of Dh750.

Applicants can use the smart app UAEICP to apply.


The visitors need to be present in the country during the application and possess a passport that is valid for at least six months. The required documents for the extension include the original entry permit and a colored personal photo that meets the approved standards.

Applications that are returned due to missing information or incomplete documents will be electronically rejected after a period of 30 days. If an application is rejected three times, it will be permanently rejected. In case of rejection, the refund will only cover the issuance fees and any financial guarantees provided.

Refunds are processed within six months of the application date through credit card payments, or through a check or bank transfer (for UAE-based banks) within a maximum of five years.

The Federal Authority has taken measures to streamline the process of applying for visit visas for relatives or friends through their smart application, ensuring an improved customer experience. These efforts aim to cater to the needs of all categories of foreigners and residents in the UAE.

The Authority has set specific conditions for issuing visit visas for relatives or friends, which include providing proof of kinship and justifications for the visit. For instance, if a foreign wife is visiting her husband, who is a GCC citizen, she must hold a valid residence permit in her husband's country.