Dubai Immigration Authority Issues 73,000+ Entry Visas

The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs Dubai reported that it processed over 7 million entry and residency permits in the first six months of 2026. This included the issuance of 1,051,978 new residence permits and the renewal of 910,552 others.

Additionally, the authority processed 5,078,078 entry permits, achieving an average processing time of four minutes and a customer satisfaction rating of 95%. Specifically, 73,551 entry visas were issued for nationals of certain countries residing outside their home countries.

The directorate also granted 29,456 visas for visiting relatives or friends, allowing stays of 30, 60, or 90 days, extendable to a maximum of 120 days. An Events Visa was available for conference attendees and exhibition participants, with similar stay durations and extensions.

The five-year multiple-entry tourist visa remained active during this period.