How long can I stay on the 5-year visa each visit?

Each visit allows up to 90 days; you can leave and re-enter as many times as you like within the five years.

Can I extend the visa after five years?

You must apply for a new 5-year visa before the current one expires; there is no automatic extension.

Do I need a sponsor for this visa?

No sponsor is required. You apply directly through ICP using your own financial or property documents.

UAE Multi-Entry 5-Year Tourist Visa: Apply and Cost

Who can apply for the UAE 5-year multi-entry tourist visa

Any national of the 87 eligible countries can apply for this visa. You must hold a valid passport with at least six months validity and show proof of financial solvency. Applicants need either a property in the UAE valued at AED 2 million or more, or a valid residence visa in another GCC country, or a salary certificate showing monthly income of at least AED 15,000.

Key requirements and documents

Prepare the following before you start: a digital passport photo, a copy of your passport, proof of address, and a travel health insurance policy with at least AED 100,000 coverage. If applying on the property route, attach the title deed or DLD-issued ownership certificate. If using the salary route, include a recent bank statement and employment letter on company letterhead.

2026 fees and payment

The government fee is AED 1,200 for the five-year visa plus AED 300 for the Emirates ID. If you apply through a typing centre or authorised agent, add AED 250 to AED 400 in service charges. Payment is made online via ICP portal or ICP Smart Services app using a credit card. No refund is given if the application is refused.

Step-by-step application process

1. Create an account on the ICP website or ICP app. 2. Select “Tourist Visa, 5 Years, Multi-Entry”. 3. Upload all required documents and pay the fee. 4. Book a biometrics appointment at an ICP centre or VFS centre if requested. 5. Receive the visa by email within three to five working days. 6. Enter the UAE within 60 days of issuance; the visa is valid for 90 days per visit with unlimited entries.

Common reasons for refusal and how to avoid them

Most refusals happen because documents are incomplete or the financial proof is unclear. Make sure every page is clear and the salary or property proof is recent, dated within the last 30 days. If you already hold another UAE visa, cancel it before applying to avoid system conflicts.

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