Residence visa fees in Dubai (GDRFA)
| Fee item | New permit | Renewal |
|---|---|---|
| Residence permit | AED 200 | AED 200 |
| Knowledge Dirham | AED 10 | AED 10 |
| Innovation Dirham | AED 10 | AED 10 |
| In-country fee (applicant inside the UAE) | AED 500 | AED 500 |
| Delivery | AED 20 | AED 20 |
| Each extra year above two years | AED 100 | AED 100 |
GDRFA does not publish one all-in total: the in-country fee and the extra-year fee only apply in some cases, and the medical test, Emirates ID and insurance are separate payments. Amer centres may also charge their own service fee.
Documents for a Dubai residence visa
- Copy of the passport.
- A recent personal photo with a white background of the sponsored person.
- A medical fitness certificate approved by the health authorities, for applicants aged 18 or over. See the medical fitness test.
How to apply
- Log in to the GDRFA Dubai website or smart app with UAE Pass or a username, or visit an Amer centre and take a queue ticket.
- Search for the residence service you need (new permit or renewal).
- Fill in the application and attach the documents.
- Pay the fees. GDRFA lists a processing time of 48 hours.
Renewals can also be done at Amer centres during their normal opening hours. Find the nearest one in our list of Amer centres in Dubai.
After the residence permit
Residence in the UAE is linked to the Emirates ID. In Dubai the ID card is handled together with the residence application; see the Emirates ID fees for the ID card charges.
This is an independent guide, not a government website. Fees are copied from the official service pages; the final amount is the one shown when you pay on the GDRFA Dubai app or at the Amer centre.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a residence visa in Dubai?
GDRFA lists AED 200 for the permit plus AED 10 Knowledge and AED 10 Innovation fees. An AED 500 in-country fee applies if the person is inside the UAE, delivery is AED 20 and every year above two years adds AED 100.
How much is a residence visa renewal in Dubai?
The renewal fee is also AED 200, plus the same AED 10 + AED 10 dirham fees and the conditional charges.
How long does a Dubai residence visa take?
GDRFA states a processing time of 48 hours for the new permit and the renewal.
Can I renew my residence visa at an Amer centre?
Yes. GDRFA lists Amer service centres as a channel for renewal, during their normal opening hours, as well as the website and smart app.
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Official sources: GDRFA Dubai – new residence permit (private sector) · GDRFA Dubai – residence permit renewal (private sector). Checked on 29 October 2026. This guide does not replace official information.