How to Extend Visit Visa in Dubai, UAE

You can extend a Dubai visit visa without leaving the country. As of 2025, visitors on a 30-day or 60-day visit visa can apply for an extension of 30 days, twice, giving you up to 90 additional days in total. You must apply before your visa expires through an Amer center, ICP online portal, or a licensed travel agency.

Where to Apply For Extension

• Amer Centers in Dubai
• ICP Smart Services website/app (Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security)
• Licensed Travel Agencies in Dubai

Types of Visit Visa Extensions in Dubai

1. Standard Visit Visa Extension
   • Extend your 30-day or 60-day visa for another 30 days.
   • Can be done twice (total 60 extra days).
   • Cost: approx AED 600–800 (varies by agency/service).
2. Airport-to-Airport (A2A) Visa Change
   • Leave to a nearby country (Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait) and return on a new visa.
   • Usually cheaper but requires travel.
3. Visa-on-Arrival Extensions
   • Nationals of countries eligible for visa on arrival (like EU, UK, USA, Australia) can extend once for another 30 days.

Documents Required to Extend Visit Visa

• Passport valid for 6 months
• Current UAE visit visa copy
• Recent passport-size photo
• Payment method (card/cash depending on service)

Fines for Overstaying

• AED 50–100 per day of overstay
• Plus an additional service/exit fine upon leaving the UAE

Q1. Can I extend my 30-day Dubai visit visa?
Yes, it can be extended twice, each time for 30 days.

Q2. How much does it cost to extend a visit visa in Dubai?
On average AED 600–800 depending on service provider.

Q3. Can I extend without leaving the country?
Yes, through Amer centers, ICP portal, or a travel agency.