Application For Dubai Visa In South Africa

A streamlined process is followed by our team at Home2Dubai. We offer all kinds of visa solutions. Our clients can get a multiple entry or a tourist UAE visa in South Africa by following our online procedure.

Dubai’s Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum may be a British trained army officer, but he has long ago earned his reputation as a ruler who takes great interest in the welfare of his country. A well-known example is his continued support for Dubai’s cleanliness drive, which he has been backing since 1996. To add to the list of benevolent acts by the Crown Prince, he has recently announced that it will now be possible for nationals from any country in the world to apply for employee visa sponsorship in Dubai by submitting an online application only.

Dubai is one of the most sought-after tourist destination owing to its extreme luxury and modern lifestyle. Dubai has many records to its name which includes tallest buildings and large malls. Dubai holds pride in being in the top 10 countries whom have largest populations with an extremely low crime rate. Dubai has a total population of United Arab Emirates (UAE) 3.18 million out of which 517,000 live within the city limits of Dubai.

South African passport holders need a visa to enter the United Arab Emirates. Fortunately, this guide explains the entire process. The easiest way to apply for a UAE (Dubai) visa is online via Emirates or Etihad. Alternatively, if you are flying with another airline, you must apply in person at the Dubai Visa Processing Centres (DVPC), also known as VFS Global, in South Africa. Processing time can take up to 7 working days.

Please note this process is applicable to South African passport holders.

Overview

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Types of Visas

96-hour Visa – if you are transiting through the UAE and your layover is at least 8 hours. It allows you to stay for up to 4 days in the UAE

Validity: 4 days from arrival

30-day Short-Term Visa – for regular tourist purposes. It allows you to stay for up to 30 days in the UAE

Validity: 30 days from arrival

Please note: That should you wish to visit the UAE more often and over multiple occasions, there are multiple-entry UAE visas valid for 3 months.

How to Apply

The earliest you can apply for a UAE (Dubai) visa is 3 months before you travel. In the case of the 96-hour visa, we suggest applying about 2 weeks before travelling.

With Emirates/Etihad:

1. Apply on the airline’s website
2. For Emirates, use the “Manage your booking” tool (you will need your flight ticket and booking reference for this)
3. Complete the online form
4. Scan and upload all your required documents
5. Pay the visa fee
6. Receive your visa entirely online via email (no passport courier needed)

At the Dubai Visa Processing Centre:

1. Make an appointment with your nearest DVPC
2. Pay the application fee (via EFT or with a cash deposit at a branch)
3. Take your required documents to be submitted (along with proof of payment)
4. Complete the application form
5. Track the status of your application
6. If your application is successful, you will receive an SMS and email notifying you when your visa and passport are ready for collection