Dubai Visa for Sri Lankan Passport Holder

Sri Lankan citizens travelling on an ordinary passport can apply for a pre-arranged Dubai/UAE visa, subject to the requirements of the selected visa and the applicant’s individual circumstances.

Standard Passport Holders

Ordinary Sri Lankan passport holders generally need an approved visa before travelling to the UAE.

Eligible applicants can consider visa services such as:

• 30-day Dubai visa
• 60-day Dubai visa
• Multiple-entry Dubai visa
• 48-hour or 96-hour transit visa
• Urgent visa processing

The appropriate option depends on the planned length of stay, number of entries and travel route.

Visa on Arrival Eligibility

Sri Lankan ordinary passport holders are not included in the standard UAE visa-on-arrival categories. Travellers should therefore arrange the applicable entry permission before travelling.

Different rules may apply to diplomatic, official or other non-standard travel documents. Such travellers should confirm the requirements applicable to their passport before departure.

Special Eligibility Conditions

Visa eligibility can depend on more than nationality alone. Passport type, applicant profile, previous immigration history and the selected visa category can affect an individual application.

Having a foreign residence permit or visa should not be treated as automatic proof that a Sri Lankan passport holder qualifies for UAE visa-on-arrival entry. Confirm the applicable entry rule before relying on any exemption.

Your visa should match the actual duration and structure of your trip. Sri Lankan applicants should avoid selecting a longer or multiple-entry visa unless their itinerary requires it.

30-Day Dubai Visa — For Short Trips

A 30 Days Dubai Visa is suitable for Sri Lankan travellers taking a shorter UAE trip.

It can be suitable for:

• Short holidays
• Visiting relatives or friends
• Short personal trips
• Other permitted short-term visits
• Travellers requiring a stay of up to 30 days

The nationality-specific service price is AED 450. Select the entry option that matches your itinerary and confirm the final visa conditions before payment.

60-Day Dubai Visa — For Longer Visits

A 60 Days Dubai Visa can suit travellers who need more than one month in the UAE.

Consider this option for:

• Longer holidays
• Extended family visits
• Longer personal travel
• Trips requiring a stay of up to 60 days

The Sri Lanka-specific 60-day visa service is priced at AED 750. Choose this option when your planned stay genuinely requires the additional time.

Multiple-Entry Dubai Visa — For Frequent Entry

A Multiple Entry Visa Dubai can be more suitable when you need to leave the UAE and return during your approved visa period.

It may suit Sri Lankan travellers who:

• Plan to visit another country and return to Dubai
• Require more than one UAE entry
• Have regional travel plans
• Have an itinerary involving repeated UAE entry

Multiple entry does not provide unlimited stay. Follow the validity, number of entries and permitted-stay conditions stated on the approved visa.

Dubai Transit Visa — For Short Stopovers

Sri Lankan travellers passing through the UAE can check whether a Transit Visa Dubai is required for their stopover.

Eligible transit options include:

• 48-hour transit visa
• 96-hour transit visa

These are intended for short stopovers and are single-entry options. Transit eligibility depends on the traveller’s onward journey and applicable processing route.

Travellers remaining airside without entering the UAE may have different requirements. Confirm your stopover arrangements with the airline before applying.

Urgent Dubai Visa — When You Need Priority Processing

An Urgent Dubai Visa service may be available when the intended departure date is approaching.

Urgent processing provides priority handling for an eligible underlying visa, such as a 30-day or 60-day visa. It is not a separate immigration visa category.

Priority processing may reduce the service timeline, but it does not guarantee approval or guarantee that immigration will issue the visa within a specific period. Submit complete documents as early as possible.

The applicable Dubai visa fees for Sri Lanka depend on the visa duration, entry type and service selected.

The Sri Lanka-specific service prices include:

• 30-day Dubai visa — AED 450
• 60-day Dubai visa — AED 750
• Multiple-entry Dubai visa — price depends on the selected duration and entry option
• Urgent Dubai visa — price depends on the selected visa and priority service
• 48-hour transit visa — confirm the applicable transit service price before booking
• 96-hour transit visa — confirm the applicable transit service price before booking

Always review the final payable amount before completing payment. Additional service requirements can depend on the applicant, visa category and travel circumstances.

Security Deposit for Sri Lankan Applicants

Under the Sri Lanka-specific service information, a refundable AED 1,500 security deposit applies to both the 30-day and 60-day visa services.

The deposit is separate from the visa price and is handled according to the applicable company service conditions. Applicants should confirm the refund procedure and applicable requirements before payment.

Sri Lankan applicants should prepare clear and readable documents before starting the Dubai visa application for Sri Lanka.

Commonly requested documents include:

• Clear passport front page
• Passport last page where required
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Confirmed return or onward flight details
• Accommodation confirmation
• Previous UAE exit stamp where applicable
• Applicant and travel information
• Additional supporting documents if requested

Document requirements can vary according to the visa category and individual application.

Passport Requirements

The passport should generally:

• Have at least six months of validity
• Be machine-readable
• Be in good physical condition
• Clearly display the applicant’s information
• Match all details entered in the application

Handwritten passports may not be accepted for the applicable service.

Check your full name, passport number, nationality, issue date and expiry date carefully before submission.

Photograph Requirements

Provide a recent colour photograph showing the applicant clearly.

The Sri Lanka service information specifies:

• Passport-style photograph
• White background
• Full face clearly visible
• Approximately 45 mm × 35 mm
• JPEG format

Avoid blurred, heavily edited or unclear photographs.

Additional Documents That May Be Requested

The initial checklist does not guarantee that no further documents will be required.

Depending on the application, additional information may include:

• Further travel details
• Accommodation evidence
• Additional identification
• Previous UAE travel information
• Supporting documents related to the applicant’s circumstances

Respond promptly if additional documents are requested during processing.

Visa Approval Is Subject to Immigration

Submitting a complete application does not guarantee visa approval. The final decision remains with the relevant UAE immigration authority.

Processing Time

Standard processing for the Sri Lanka-specific service is generally estimated at 3–4 working days after the required documents and application information are ready.

Processing may take longer because of:

• Additional verification
• Incomplete information
• Further document requests
• Applicant-specific checks
• UAE public holidays or non-working periods

Apply before your travel date rather than depending on approval immediately before departure.

Dubai Visa Fee and Refund Conditions

Visa and service charges are handled according to the applicable cancellation and refund conditions.

Applicants should review the Booking Policy, Terms & Conditions, and Privacy Policy before completing payment.

Additional Documents May Be Required

Additional documents or clarification can be requested during the application process.

Receiving such a request does not automatically mean the application has been refused. Submit the requested information accurately and within the required period.

Security Deposit: Company Service Policy

For the Sri Lanka-specific service, a refundable AED 1,500 security deposit is required for both the 30-day and 60-day visa options.

The deposit is separate from the applicable visa fee. Refund conditions are governed by the relevant company service policy.

After submission, the application moves through several stages.

• Your submitted details and documents are checked.
• The application proceeds through the applicable visa-processing route.
• Additional documents may be requested where necessary.
• The relevant UAE immigration authority reviews the application.
• The final approval or refusal decision is made by immigration.
• Once approved, the e-visa is delivered electronically.

The estimated processing period is not a guaranteed approval deadline.