The facilities for exemption of foreign tourist companions coming to the UAE, under the age of 18, will expire from the tourist visa fees next week, September 15, which began in mid-July.

At the same time, the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship called for the benefit of the exemption, which includes valuable facilities and incentives for sons and daughters, within the specified age group, provided that they are accompanied by parents coming to the state or one of them, under tourist visas, regardless of the validity of the visa, whether It was short or long.

The Council of Ministers issued a decision in July 2018, providing for the exemption for this category during the period from July 15 to September 15 each year.

The Authority also invited tourists coming to the UAE, who plan to visit this summer, to take advantage of this exemption, which eases the burden on the heads of families, especially large, large amounts are often a key factor in the choice of tourist destination for the family.

She explained that tourists can apply for tourist visas through their smart application (ica uae echannels), and within the category (family tourist visa) or website (www.ica.gov.ae) through the link (smart channels for residence and nationality), as well as from Through UAE national carriers (Emirates, Etihad, Flydubai, Air Arabia), and authorized travel agents, provided that tickets are purchased through their offices and hotels in the UAE, provided that their hotel reservation is committed.

The Authority stated that families wishing to benefit from the exemption from visa fees, which apply through their electronic systems, should choose the category (family tourism visa), fill in the parents' data, and then add the children and their data, through the system that will be shown to the applicant during the period of application of the facilities. That a son or daughter under 18 is exempt from fees. This facility contributes to the UAE's competitiveness as a leading destination in the field of family tourism, attracting visitors and families from all over the world to enjoy its historical, heritage, recreational and scenic beaches, as well as world-class hotel and tourism services, in addition to sports, art and family events. Throughout the year.

Tourist Visa

The TRA issues two types of tourist visas, short 30-day fee of AED 200 per visa, and can be extended twice for 30 days at a time, long and 90-day fee of 550 dirhams, and can be extended twice for 30 days at a time, while the extension fee The visa is AED 600 per time.

Welcome initiative

The Federal Authority for Identity and Nationality has launched an initiative to welcome visitors to the UAE in an unconventional way by enabling them to communicate with their loved ones from the moment they set foot in the UAE.

The initiative was to provide a free SIM card for each visitor, including a number of minutes and a cellular data packet.