UK visit visa from Dubai
Last Updated: Monday, 08/05/2023
If you are planning to apply for a UK visit visa, there are a few things to keep in mind to increase your chances of success. This comprehensive guide by Tourmate will cover relevant topics with regard to UK visit visa from Dubai. Firstly, this guide helps you identify the type of visa you need, whether are you eligible for an electronic visa waiver, an on-arrival visa or do you need to apply for a visa beforehand. Apart from that, it will also explain the eligibility criteria, the visa application process, the documents required and more.
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1 Do I need a visa?
Dubai is widely regarded as one of the most diverse cities worldwide, with approximately 85% of its population comprising expatriates and 15% consisting of Emiratis. Many of these individuals, including both expats and Emiratis, travel to the UK for various reasons. To simplify the process of determining whether a visa is required or not, we have classified individuals into three distinct groups.
Group A: Dubai nationals & GCC nationals
Individuals who hold citizenship in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, and are currently residing in Dubai, are required to obtain an electronic visa waiver before entering the UK. This can be applied for up to 48 hours before travel.
Group B: On Arrival visa nationals
- Citizens of Andorra
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Botswana
- Brazil
- Brunei
- Canada
- Chile
- Costa Rica
- Dominica
- Timor-Leste
- El Salvador
- Grenada
- Guatemala
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Israel
- Japan
- Kiribati
- Macau
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Marshall Islands
- Mauritius
- Mexico
- Micronesia
- Monaco
- Namibia
- Nauru
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Palau
- Panama
- Papua New Guinea
- Paraguay
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Samoa
- San Marino
- Seychelles
- Singapore
- Solomon Islands
- South Korea
- Taiwan
- Tonga
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tuvalu
- United States
- Uruguay
- Vanuatu
- Vatican City
Group C: Nationals need visa to UK
- Western Sahara
- Albania
- Algeria
- Angola
- Armenia
- Azerbaijan
- Bangladesh
- Belarus
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Burkina Faso
- Myanmar
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Cabo Verde
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- China
- Colombia
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Republic of the Congo
- Cuba
- Cyprus
- Djibouti
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Fiji
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Guyana
- Haiti
- India
- Indonesia
- North Macedonia
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Moldova
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Nepal
- Niger
- Nigeria
- North Korea
- Pakistan
- Palestine
- Peru
- Philippines
- Russia
- Rwanda
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- Sri Lanka
- Sudan
- Suriname
- Switzerland
- Syria
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Turkmenistan
- Uganda
- Ukraine
- Uzbekistan
- Vietnam
- Yemen
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
2 Type of UK visas
Categories for the UK visit visas are:
UK Tourist Visitor Visa - Standard visitor visa
This type of visa enables holders to travel to the UK for up to 6 months at a time for either pleasure, business, or private medical care.
UK Marriage Visitor Visa
A Marriage Visitor visa allows couples to travel to the UK up to six (6) months to get married
UK Family Visitor Visa
- A Family Visitor visa offers the chance to meet friends and relatives in the UK for up to 6 months. In the UK, friends and relatives may also serve as sponsors.
UK Business Visitor Visa
With this visa, businesspeople can establish a physical presence in the UK in preparation for future deals or to attend trade shows and business training.
UK Short-Term Study Visitor Visa
In some situations, this form of visa allows for up to 11 months of short-term research study as part of a degree program in the UK.UK Child Visitor Visa
specifically for those under 18 years old to meet family and friends in the UK for up to six months.
UK Private Medical Visitor Visa
A Private Medical Visitor visa is designed for individuals who need to come to the UK to obtain private medical treatment.
UK Sports Visitor Visa
This form of visa is appropriate for people entering the UK for a brief period to participate in specific athletic events.
UK Entertainment Visitor Visa
Those who wish to work for a specified amount of money (in the arts, entertainment, academia, etc.) for a period of one month in the UK should consider applying for this sort of visa.
Parent of A Tier 4 Child Visitor Visa
This visa enables a parent to accompany their children to the UK for up to 12 months at a time for children attending day school in the UK.
Electronic Visa Waiver (EVW)
If you hold a United Arab Emirates passport and plan to stay in the UK for up to six months, you must apply for an EVW.
We assist all visitors who require a UK visit visa from Dubai by helping them to get a suitable visa type depending on their purpose of visit.
3 Eligibility and When to apply
To enter the UK, you need a passport or other kind of travel document that will be valid for the entire duration of your trip.
You must be capable of proving the following:
- You will be depart form UK at the end of your visit
- You can sustain yourself and any dependents you have during the trip (or if you have funds from someone else to do so),
- You can afford your return or further travel (or have funding from someone else to pay for the journey)
- You’ll not live in the UK for extended periods through frequent or successive visits or make the UK your permanent home.
4 Rates for the full services
Basic form filling
850 AED
Frequent Traveler package:
We assemble your application and submit the paperwork to you. Pricing includes service costs and embassy fees.
Full Consultation
1,100 AED
First-timer package:
Pricing includes service costs and embassy fees.
Charges will be
300 AED
UAE nationals & GCC nationals:
Electronic visa waiver to enter the UK
Service charges include
- Visa fees
- Form filling
- Document verification
- Dummy Hotel & Flight booking for visa application
Service charges exclude
- Premium Services
- Translations and attestation (if any)
5 Step by step process
It is advised to apply for a UK visitor visa at least three months before the date you want to depart. Normally, it takes 15 working days to process a visa, however, it could take longer depending on your situation. Please be aware that depending on your individual circumstances, the requirements and procedures for applying for a UK visit visa may change. Before applying, it is crucial to check the official website of the UK government for the most recent information. These are the steps you will have to go through when applying for your visa:
1. Submit all necessary documentation to Tourmate Visa Support via email.
2. Settle the visa fee payment.
3. Fill out the visa application form.
4. Schedule an appointment.
5. Attach your supporting documents.
6. Attend your appointment at the Visa Application Centre. You must attend the appointment yourself and cannot send someone else on your behalf. You will need to prove the following at your appointment:
- Prove your identity with your passport or relevant travel document.
- Provide your biometric information (fingerprints and photograph)
- Submit the relevant paperwork proving that you qualify for a Standard Visitor visa.
Please note that the visa application Centre might withhold your passport and other paperwork while processing your application.
7. Keep a track of your application. You will receive an email after your visa status has been updated to the visa application Centre.
8. You will receive a visa-ready notification.
9. Collect your passport from the visa application Centre.
6 Documents Required for Applying
UK visa
- Original Home Country Passport: A passport that was issued within ten years and has a six-month validity period. should have at least two blank pages.
- OA valid residency permit in the UAE must be valid for at least three months.
- Original United Arab Emirates Resident Identity Card
- If applicant is a company owner: Copy of Company Trade License and if applicant is in a partnership: NOC from the partner is also needed.
- If applicant is an employee: Can we mention NOC from the company (stating the designation, employment starting date, Salary, Passport Details)
- Latest Monthly Bank Statement; Six-month bank statement (Original statement with bank seal and sign)
- Confirmed hotel booking.
- Confirmed return flight ticket.
- Additional Documents:
If travelling with family; a Marriage certificate, Child birth certificate, evidence of family members are also required.
Physical Assets: better to provide evidence of assets land or property.
The processing time for the visa can vary between 14 and 21 working days after submission of application.
7 Preparing for Travelling
Currency
The abbreviation GBP stands for the British pound sterling, which is the official currency used in various countries including the United Kingdom, South Sandwich Islands, British Antarctic Territory, and British Overseas Territories of South Georgia.
Weather
The weather in the UK is known for being unpredictable and can vary greatly depending on the season, location, and time of day. Generally, the climate in the UK is mild and temperate, with temperatures ranging from an average low of around 2°C (36°F) in winter to an average high of around 22°C (72°F) in summer.
The UK is also known for its frequent rainfall, especially in the western regions, with an average of around 150-200 rainy days per year. Additionally, the country experiences occasional extreme weather events such as heavy snow, thunderstorms, and heat waves. Overall, it is best to be prepared for a range of weather conditions when visiting the UK. The seasons in UK are:
- Winter (December to February)
- Spring (March, April and May)
- Summer (June, July and August)
- Autumn (September, October and November)
8 Tourmate expertise
If you make a minor error in your UK visa application, it could result in disappointment and financial setbacks. This is where Tourmate's UK visa specialists come in to assist you through the entire process. Tourmate's experts ensure the accuracy of your documents by thoroughly reviewing them before submitting your application. They provide personalized information to customers to make the entire visa process as easy as possible.
9 Frequently Asked Questions
- The visa staff will provide comprehensive information about the visa application process.
- They will assist with preparing the required paperwork, completing the online visa application form, and setting a deadline for submitting the visa.
- The Visa staff can also help with making hotel reservations, purchasing airline tickets, and arranging travel insurance.
It is highly recommended that you submit any old passports you may have, especially if they contain visas from past international travel (e.g. Schengen, USA, Canada etc.). An old passport with a clean travel history is quite helpful for the UK Embassy, and it frequently makes it possible for them to process your UK visa application much more quickly.
