Dubai’s Emirates Airline shared a significant update on Wednesday. They introduced a pre-approved visa on arrival for Indian passport holders.
This service is exclusively for individuals booking with Emirates Airline. It provides a single-entry visa for a duration of 14 days.
This initiative aims to streamline the arrival process for Emirates passengers, allowing them to skip lengthy queues in Dubai. The Dubai Visa Processing Centre manages the application process.
Emirates Airline has joined hands with VFS Global to offer UAE Visa services.
This new program aims to make the arrival process smoother, helping passengers navigate customs more easily.
To avail of this service, the passport must be valid for a minimum of six months.
Indian passport holders are required to have a valid US visa, green card, or European Union or UK residency for at least six months.
How much will be the charge?
Starting from 2017, people who qualify have been receiving visas upon arrival at UAE airports.
Normally, the visa is stamped on the passport at the immigration counter after they get off the plane. Now, Emirates airline is offering a new option for its customers.
They can arrange for their visas in advance, making their arrival smoother.
The cost for this service by Emirates is $47 (Rs 3894), plus a service charge of $18.50 (Rs 1533).
It’s important to note that the approval of visas depends on the General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs.
66 percent share in tourism
UAE has oil, but it has also focused on developing tourism as a key part of its economy.
Dubai is the fifth most sought-after tourist destination in the Middle East, and tourism makes up 66 percent of the country’s economy.
Indians interested in visiting Dubai need a visa, which can be obtained for either 30 or 90 days for tourism or business purposes.
The visa application process can be completed through a travel agency or with the sponsorship of a UAE entity.
