Visitors in the UAE can download their entry permit online through the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) official services platform – smartservices.icp.gov.ae. Picture used for illustrative purposes.
Am I eligible for visa-free entry to the UAE? Here’s how to find out.
Dubai: If you can’t find a copy of your UAE visit visa, you can easily download your visa details online through the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) official services platform – smartservices.icp.gov.ae.
A copy of your visit visa is required if you wish to apply for a mobile phone connection as a visitor, or even if you wish to extend the visa. In case you do not have a copy of the visa with you, here’s how you can download it online.
How to download your UAE visit visa online
Downloading the visa copy is a straightforward process, all you need is your passport number.
- Visit the website – smartservices.icp.gov.ae and click on the ‘Public Services’ category on the menu.
- Scroll down and click on ‘Reports’ and select, ‘Other Services – Reports – Visa Details – Print’.
- Click on the ‘Start Service’ button.
- Next, choose ‘Passport Information’. Alternatively, if you have your visa details with you, select ‘File Number’ or ‘Unified Number’.
- If you selected ‘Passport Information’, enter the following details:
- Passport number and type.
- Passport expiry date.
- Date of birth.
- Email address.
- Mobile number
- Next, click on the captcha verification box and click ‘Next’.
- The ICP system will then retrieve your visa details. Review the application and click ‘Next’.
- Pay the application fees for the service.
- After a few minutes, you will get a verified copy of your visa details on the ICP website. You can either save it digitally or take a print out.
Cost:
- Request fees: Dh100
- Smart service fee: Dh100
- ICP fees: Dh22
- E-service fees: Dh28