Published: 16.07.2026
The UAE’s five-year multiple-entry tourist visa is available to nationals of all countries without a sponsor or host. It allows stays of up to 90 days per entry, extendable by another 90 days, subject to a maximum of 180 days per year; requirements include a passport valid for six months, health insurance, a return ticket and proof of a bank balance of at least 4,000.
According to the source, this visa provides long-term multiple-entry access but does not create a right to live permanently in the UAE: the 180-day annual cap and per-entry limits still apply. For someone assessing the country before relocating, it can be a useful sponsor-free option for repeated visits, but applicants must demonstrate financial means and pay a total cost of about AED 3,713. It is most relevant to frequent travellers, family visitors and people planning an extended preparation period before relocation.