UAE Visa Costs: Every Type, Every Fee in 2026
Complete 2026 UAE visa fee guide, every type and official fee from ICP and MOHRE, plus medical, Emirates ID, and renewal costs.
Entry Permit and Visit Visa Fees
Single entry visit visas cost AED 300 for 30 days or AED 600 for 60 days when applied through ICP-approved channels. Multiple entry options for frequent travellers start at AED 1,000 for six months and AED 2,000 for one year. Overstaying any visit visa triggers a fine of AED 50 per day after the first day of grace.
Residence Visa Fees by Category
Employment residence visas processed via MOHRE cost AED 4,500 for two years when sponsored by a mainland company. Free zone employment visas follow the same ICP fees but may include additional authority charges of AED 1,000 to AED 2,500. Family sponsorship for spouses and children adds AED 3,500 per person for two years plus medical and Emirates ID fees.
Golden Visa and Long-Term Options
Property-based Golden Visas require a minimum AED 2 million purchase and carry an ICP fee of AED 4,000 for five or ten years. Outstanding students, scientists, and executives pay AED 3,500 for the same long-term stamp. Renewal of any Golden Visa stays at the original issuance fee without extra penalties.
Medical Test and Emirates ID Costs
Every residence visa requires a DHA medical fitness test at AED 450 in Dubai or equivalent DOH centres in Abu Dhabi. Emirates ID issuance adds AED 370 for five years when linked to a residence visa. Biometric data collection is mandatory and included in the listed fee.
Renewal and Cancellation Charges
Residence visa renewal through ICP costs AED 1,500 for two years plus the unchanged medical and Emirates ID fees. Cancellation of a residence visa is AED 300 when filed before expiry. Late renewal attracts AED 50 daily fines after a 30-day grace period.
Student and Domestic Worker Visas
Student residence visas issued through recognised universities cost AED 3,200 for one year. Domestic worker visas sponsored by individuals require a MOHRE labour card at AED 1,200 plus ICP residence fees of AED 3,500 for two years. All categories need valid health insurance before stamping.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the 2026 fee for a 60-day visit visa?▾
A single-entry 60-day visit visa costs AED 600 when applied directly through ICP channels.
How much is a two-year employment residence visa?▾
Mainland employment residence visas cost AED 4,500 for two years including standard ICP processing.
What are the fines for late visa renewal?▾
Late renewal attracts AED 50 per day after the 30-day grace period ends.
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