Dubai Visa Do's and Don'ts

There is not a single person on this planet who does not want to visit Dubai or get their hands on a Dubai visa or a passport. Many people fall victim to fraudsters who promise Dubai visa in exchange for a discount or for a smaller price compared to an authorized center. If you are planning to visit Dubai, make sure that you apply for a visa at an authorised center. Here are some dos and don'ts for Dubai visa –

●      Apply for visa 10 months before your trip. Visas can take a long time to get approved, or there might be some complications. In that case, you can solve the matter before your actual trip.

●     Never trust a person or an organization that will promise you a Dubai visa in exchange for a small amount of money. He may try and entice you with discounts, but do not be fooled. They are not authorized to issue an entry permit to you or anyone.

●       Always apply for a visa at the United Arab Emirates embassy in your country.

●   After the application, track the status of your application. You can check the application of your visa online now. Head to General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs-Dubai (Vision e-Form).

●     Once you receive your visa, make sure that you check your Dubai visa status to know the validity of your visa. Check it via Amer-GDRFA online or give a call at the toll-free number 97143139999.

●       Be wary of fraudulent websites that promise Dubai visas in a few days. They will only extract money from you and leave you hanging.

●       Always ask for the application number and reference number after you have applied for a visa because you need those two to track your application status.

Do's and don'ts when you arrive in the country

Before you pack your travel bag and get ready for a Dubai vacation, there are few things that you should know before you step into the Muslim country. Although the country is open to people of all religion and culture, does not mean that you can misbehave or act however way you want. There are some acts or practices that may be accepted in other parts of the world but are considered disrespectful or unacceptable in Dubai. So arm yourself with the knowledge of what to do and what not to do in Dubai.

●       Pack scarves if you intend to visit a mosque. In the Islamic culture, the women are required to cover their heads before stepping into the mosque.

●       Do not wear revealing clothes while in Dubai.

●       No cross-dressing allowed.

●       Homosexuality is not tolerated, neither practiced.

●       Receive and eat your food using your right hand.

●     Never take pictures of locals without asking for their permission beforehand. You may even be jailed for this.

●       Do not try and shake the hands of a member of the opposite sex unless offer you a handshake.

●       Do not point at others.

●       No pork or alcohol allowed.

●       Never drink in public places.

●       Do not abuse drugs.