In a significant move, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has temporarily halted the issuance of three-month visit visas. This decision was confirmed by a call center executive at the Federal Authority For Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP).
The executive explained that while the three-month entry permit was available a few months ago, it is no longer being offered. Nevertheless, the UAE continues to provide 30- and 60-day visa options. It’s important to note that despite discontinuing the three-month visa, first-degree relatives of UAE residents can still obtain it. According to the call center executive, residents are still permitted to sponsor their parents or relatives under the three-month scheme.
Firoz Maliyakkal, the founder and CEO of Tahira Tours and Travels, informed Khaleej Times that the issuance of long-term leisure visas has been temporarily suspended. He noted that the demand for such visas had been increasing, especially with the upcoming winter months
