Vacation to UAE

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PH_BH2020 Active member

Member since 22 August 2020

PH_BH2020Active member11 March 2024 15:35:54

Hi Everyone!

I'm a Filipino expat in Bahrain and I'm planning to go to UAE for two weeks vacation only. I will stay at my friend's place.

I would like to ask if the immigration (both Bahrain and UAE) is strict for tourist like they will ask for tour itinerary or hotel booking so I can arrange for them before I go to UAE.

Do I have to apply for visa in advance? Or visa on arrival is already effective in UAE for Filipino expats based in Bahrain?

Thanks in advance.

XTang Bahrain/UAE/Saudi Arabia Expert

Member since 22 April 2014

XTangBahrain/UAE/Saudi Arabia Expert11 March 2024 15:43:48

11791

No visa on arrival in uae for gcc expats. On arrival is only on basis of passport, not residency.

You need to apply for a visa in advance. I have never been asked for anything when arriving at UAE (as a visitor) but it's good to have at least an invitation letter or address where you will be staying. As depending on how you look to them, you may be asked.

PH_BH2020 Active member

Member since 22 August 2020

PH_BH2020Active member24 March 2024 16:50:18

How many working days for the processing of tourist visa in UAE?

logicalindian Bahrain Expert

Member since 01 May 2013

logicalindianBahrain Expert25 March 2024 01:50:57

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Website says 48 hours

https://www.gdrfad.gov.ae/en/services/e … 50569629e8

XTang Bahrain/UAE/Saudi Arabia Expert

Member since 22 April 2014

XTangBahrain/UAE/Saudi Arabia Expert25 March 2024 06:25:38

11791

Sometimes it takes longer depending on your nationality and any security record.

PH_BH2020 Active member

Member since 22 August 2020

PH_BH2020Active member04 June 2024 14:17:21

I already visited Dubai. I want to share my experience with anyone here.

https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.p … 66#5921750

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