Updated: September 2025

UAE (DUBAI & ABU DHABI) VISA REQUIREMENTS – SA NATIONALS.

(Please note this is E-visa so all docs to be emailed to us)

• Clear passport copy in colour
• Clear copy of the front & back cover of your passport (in colour)
• Clear facial photo in colour
• Confirmed E-ticket
• Proof of accommodation (separate to ticket/ flight details)
• Fully Completed form

Processing time:

• All depending on when travel date is but in general visa can take ±3-7 working days.

UAE (DUBAI & ABU DHABI) VISA REQUIREMENTS – FOREIGN NATIONALS IF TRAVELLING ON EMIRATES:

1. Completed application form
2. Colour copy of the Passport
3. Colour copy of the front & back of your passport
4. SA Permit / Residence Visa
5. 1x Passport size colour photo taken against a white background using a colour shirt
6. Confirmed flights booked on Emirates airlines
7. Accommodation voucher.
8. Proof of Residence / address
9. Employment letter stating the position, purpose of visit and guaranteeing that applicant would return back to South Africa after the trip.
10. 3 months Bank statement.
11. 3 months’ pay slip.
12. Marriage certification – if applicable
13. National ID card – if applicable