2 Jun 23
Allegedly NO MORE GRACE period on tourist visas. The National reports that as of 31st May no more 9 day grace period for 30 day visa holders.
https://www.thenationalnews.com/uae/2023/05/31/dubai-removes-10-day-grace-period-for-visit-visas/
However many GoTours customers are reporting they still have grace period. We believe it may be that 30 day paid visas no longer have 9 day grace period but visa on arrival does, however as is often the case, its anyone’s guess.
The article above mentions “The decision to make all entry visas valid for 60 days from the date of issue”
– This is wrong. Brits and all other 30 day visa nationals STILL get 30 day visas, not 60. Its a shame there is often so much conflicting information, because many tourists come to the country reading they get 60 days and then get stung with non-negotiable overstay fines when they leave.
If you are unsure when your visa expires, best to use this government link and your passport info….
https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/fileValidity
1 Mar 22
If you have a paid tourist visa, there is a new option to extend the visa by 30 additional days inside the country. Message us if you would like to arrange.
16 Feb 23 New Rules Again
This week’s visa rules are as follows:
https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/uae-announces-15-updated-visa-entry-permit-options-1.93871044
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Once we figure out what it means, we will update this page again and if the rules change again next week, we will update accordingly.
18 Dec 22 New Rules Again
30 and 60 day visas inside the country have been stopped from today in a major shakeup affecting thousands of tourists, residents between jobs and people on extended stays.
Many visitors are wondering what the new rules are and what options they have left.
For the latest visa rules of what solutions are available and tips on how to do it, contact details and other useful info… CLICK HERE
Visa Runs can be possible if you and your vehicle meet the right requirements. Maps, guide, rules, tips, expert advice: CLICK HERE
Dedicated visa advice by phone appointment with one of our British visa consultants for advice on your visa, your particular situation and the best option suited to you CLICK HERE
We can make you a 39 or 60 day visa from outside the country to enter UAE CLICK HERE
6 Oct 2022 NEW VISA RULES
90 day visas have been replaced with 60 day visas.
90 day paid tourist visas no longer exist in UAE.
Please check our questions page for more info.
We now also make 5 year Multi Entry tourist visas
6 Oct 2022 NEW VISA RULES
90 day visas have been replaced with 60 day visas.
90 day paid tourist visas no longer exist in UAE.
Please check our questions page for more info.
We now also make 5 year Multi Entry tourist visas
Latest rules for travelling to Oman – 7 Feb 22
These are the latest rules. If there are any updates, we will update this page.
Oman is maintaining measures imposed to combat the spread of COVID-19 as of Feb. 7.
Domestic Measures
Mandates on public gathering size limits, the use of protective facemasks, downloading track and trace mobile applications, and compliance with social distancing guidelines remain in force. All conferences, exhibitions, and large gatherings are suspended. Entry to government and private establishments will be restricted to vaccinated individuals. Proof of vaccination is required for entry to these establishments.
International Travel Restrictions
All travelers over the age of 18 must have received two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine before entering Oman via land, air, or sea. The last dose must have been administered no less than 14 days before arrival in the country. The vaccination requirement is in addition to a PCR test taken before or on arrival in Oman. Approved vaccines in Oman include Oxford-AstraZeneca, AstraZeneca-Covsheild, Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, Sinovac, Sinopharm, and Sputnik V. All travelers must also pre-register via the eMushrif platform and upload their vaccine and PCR certificates containing QR codes. Diplomats are exempt from pre-registering and providing PCR test results. To access the eMushrif platform, click https://covid19.emushrif.om/.
Travelers can take the required COVID-19 PCR test upon arrival, but they must pay the fees via the eMushrif platform. Those who have recovered from COVID-19 but test positive upon arrival can skip quarantine so long as they can show proof that they underwent isolation in the country where they contracted the disease. Additionally, all travelers must have international health insurance that covers the cost of COVID-19 treatment for at least one month.
All travelers arriving in Oman with a negative PCR test will be exempt from quarantine. To qualify for this exemption, passengers arriving on flights shorter than eight hours must have taken the test no more than 72 hours before arrival; those traveling on flights longer than eight hours must have taken the test no more than 96 hours before arrival.
Except as stipulated otherwise, travelers with positive PCR test results must quarantine for a minimum of 10 days. Persons subject to quarantine must stay at a government-approved facility at their own expense. Release from quarantine is contingent upon a negative COVID-19 test result. Before traveling, all individuals must download the Tarassud+ track and trace application. To access the app, click https://apps.apple.com/om/app/
Authorities could introduce new preventive measures or amend existing restrictions depending on disease activity in the coming days and weeks.
Advice: Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Confirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions.
