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Medical Entry Visa (Patient & Companion)

Medical Entry Visa (Patient & Companion)

United Arab Emirates · Tourism

What it is

An entry visa allowing foreign patients to enter the UAE for medical treatment under the sponsorship of a licensed UAE medical establishment, with an accompanying companion permit. GDRFA-Dubai issues single- or multiple-entry medical visas for 90 or 180 days; ICP covers the other emirates. The companion permit can be extended once on a duly certified medical report.

Key facts

Category
Tourism
Duration
Single or multiple entry; 90 or 180 days (GDRFA-Dubai). Companion permit extendable once.
Processing time
2 days
Maximum validity
6 months
Extendable
Yes
Dependants
Conditional
How to apply
Online
Health insurance
Required

Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.

Fees

Application fee (GDRFA-D (Dubai only); plus 5% VAT)
AED 200
Application fee (GDRFA-D (Dubai only); plus 5% VAT)
AED 500
Application fee (GDRFA-D; page lists this second block after 'Or')
AED 300
Application fee (GDRFA-D; page lists this second block after 'Or')
AED 900
Proof of funds (GDRFA-D; refundable security deposit)
AED 1,000
Proof of funds (GDRFA-D; refundable security deposit)
AED 2,000
Application fee (ICP federal (all emirates except Dubai))
AED 100
Application fee (ICP federal (all emirates except Dubai))
AED 200
Application fee (ICP federal; application fee, on top of issuance)
AED 100
Application fee (ICP federal; smart service fee)
AED 100

Key requirements

  • Sponsorship by a UAE-licensed and registered hospital or medical establishment
  • Patient's passport copy
  • Medical report
  • Letter from the host/sponsor stating the justification for the visit
  • A financial-security deposit made by the sponsor

Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 4 August 2026.