Q: I am a UK citizen. I arrive in Dubai on the 2nd of June. I think I need to apply for an entry permit. I have been out of the country for more than 1 year… A: You generally do NOT need to apply for an entry permit in advance to visit the UAE, even if you've been out of the country for a long time…

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As a UK citizen returning to Dubai after over a year, do I need to apply for an entry permit?

Hello,

I am a UK citizen. I arrive in Dubai on the 2nd of June. I think I need to apply for an entry permit, as I have been out of the country for more than 1 year.

Please, can you help?

Everyone I speak to doesn't know and gives different information.

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29 May 2025, 10:28

Dear questioner,

For UK citizens, you generally do NOT need to apply for an entry permit in advance to visit the UAE, even if you've been out of the country for a long time.

The UAE has a visa-on-arrival facility for UK citizens. As a UK passport holder, you are eligible for a free multiple-entry 90-day visit visa that is valid for 6 months from the date of issue, and for a total stay of 90 days within that 180-day period.

29 May 2025, 10:45

I have a visa already, but I have been out of the country for over 1 year.

29 May 2025, 11:31

If you had a residence visa from the UAE, then we need to check the status of it. Generally, after 6 months, it will be automatically cancelled, so there will be no entry permit.

29 May 2025, 11:43

Ok, I am happy to pay you to do everything that is needed.

29 May 2025, 11:58

Kindly share your WhatsApp number to discuss in detail.

29 May 2025, 12:07

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29 May 2025, 12:08

Thank you!

29 May 2025, 12:21

Our team will contact you shortly.

29 May 2025, 13:09

Thanks!