UAE to soon launch 5-year multiple-entry tourist visa

Great news for fans of Dubai as the UAE is planning to launch its new five-year multiple-entry visa very soon. Also, coming October 30, Emirates airlines will start its new Airbus A380 service from Bengaluru to Dubai. The new service is expected to increase the number of business and leisure flyers to Dubai to shoot up.

Dubai saw a massive number of indian visitors in the first half of this year. Keeping this in mind and to boost its tourism further, the UAE is planning to launch its new five-year multiple entry tourist visa very soon. The move is expected to attract more Indian travellers.

At present, for Indians flying to Dubai, there is the option of a 30-90-day visa, which when applied through authorised agents, gets processed within 72 hours of applying. There is still no provision for e-visas to Dubai.

In case you are wondering what’s so great about Dubai and why are Indian travellers finding themselves drawn to it, the answer is clear and straightforward! Dubai is one of the most progressive cities in the world.

The mega city is not only about glitzy buildings; yes, they are unmissable but other than those, Dubai city has plenty to offer when it comes to adventure, wellness, food and lifestyle. The city is also one of the best shopping destinations in the world. Be it top branded items, traditional carpets, pashminas, spices, presumed and gold, Dubai has something for everyone.

Another reason to head to Dubai this year is the FIFA World Cup, which will be held in November in Qatar. Dubai is just a seven-hour drive from Qatar and you can hit three birds with one stone on your next trip – visit Dubai, make the exciting road trip to Qatar from Dubai and watch the FIFA World Cup too!