Dubai Transit Visa: 48-Hour vs 96-Hour Stopovers Explained
A long layover in Dubai is a chance to see the city. A transit visa lets eligible travellers leave the airport for up to 48 or 96 hours.
Who needs a transit visa
Travellers who are not eligible for a visa on arrival and want to leave the airport during a connection. You must hold an onward ticket to a third country.
What you need
- Passport valid for 6+ months
- Confirmed onward ticket
- Passport-style photo
- Hotel booking for overnight stays
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Start my Dubai visaFAQs
Can I extend a transit visa?
No. If you might stay longer, apply for a 14-day or 30-day tourist visa instead.
Can I enter twice on one transit visa?
Transit visas are normally single entry.