New 2026 Visit Visa sub-categories (AI specialists, entertainment, events, cruise/leisure boat)
Quick answer
The UAE offers visit visas through the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP). The 'Issue Visa' service provides entry permits for tourism, visit, treatment, or to complete procedures for work or family residence . Applications must be submitted via official channels such as the Smart Services Platform or the UAEICP mobile app to avoid fraudulent attempts [2].
Requirements
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Applicant must invest in public investments as defined by the UAE authorities. Specific investment amount not stated on the source page.
A valid passport with at least 6 months validity.
Applicant must have a clean criminal record.
How to apply
- 1
Access the ICP Smart Services Platform or UAEICP app [2]
- 2
Select the 'Issue Visa' service and follow the instructions
Frequently asked questions
What is the Issue Visa service?
It allows issuance of an entry permit for tourism, visit, treatment, or to complete procedures for work residence or family residence .
Related visas
Sources
One numbered entry per specific claim — several entries may point to the same underlying document, each with its own locator.
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ICP visa service overview
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Official channels warning
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This page reflects UAE's officially published requirements as of the dates above. It is not legal advice, and final approval is solely at the discretion of UAE's immigration authorities. For a case-specific compliance check against your own documents, try VisaBook free.