UAE Introduces New Visit Visa Categories .pdf

Discover the UAE’s latest 2025 visa reforms with our complete guide on the five new Visit Visa categories — Specialist, Humanitarian, Widow/Divorcee, Family & Friends, and Truck Driver Visas. Learn about their eligibility criteria, validity, renewal process, application steps, and fees in a concise, visual presentation. These new visas aim to attract global talent, support humanitarian causes, strengthen family ties, and boost key sectors like logistics and technology — making the UAE more inclusive and opportunity-driven than ever.

1. UAE INTRODUCES NEW VİSİT
VİSA CATEGORİES

2. Specialist Visit Visa
Humanitarian Visit Visa
Widow/Divorcee Visa
Family & Friends Visit Visa
Truck Driver Visa NEW VISA TYPES:

3. Strengthen economic and social inclusion.
Attract professionals, experts, and
skilled workers.
Provide legal pathways for vulnerable
individuals.
Simplify family visits and boost tourism.
Support logistics and transport sectors. WHY THESE VISAS MATTER

4. Who is it for?
AI and technology professionals
Entertainment & event specialists
Cruise and maritime experts
How to Apply:
Apply via UAE immigration portal or sponsoring company
Submit professional credentials and certificates
Validity & Renewal:
Initial: 6 months–1 year
Renewal: 6–12 months (project-based)
Benefits:
Access to UAE’s innovation ecosystem
High-value networking and work flexibility Specialist Visit Visa

5. Who is it for?
Individuals needing medical care
Displaced or emergency cases
Those requiring temporary protection
Application Process:
Apply via UAE immigration or humanitarian agencies
Submit NGO or medical proof
Validity & Renewal:
3–6 months initially
Renewable for another 3–6 months
Benefits:
Temporary residence and access to healthcare
Legal protection and support programs Humanitarian Visit Visa

6. Who is it for?
Women who are widowed or divorced
Those seeking independence without family sponsorship
Application:
Register through immigration or a local sponsor
Submit proof of marital status and financial stability
Validity & Renewal:
1–2 years initially
Renewable upon compliance and stability proof
Benefits:
Legal residence and employment rights
Financial and personal independence Widow / Divorcee Visa

7. Who is it for?
UAE residents wishing to host family or friends
Applicable for parents, siblings, uncles, aunts, cousins
Application Process:
Sponsored by UAE resident through official portal
Provide proof of relationship and income
Validity & Renewal:
30–90 days
Renewable for similar duration
Benefits:
Strengthens family and social bonds
Simplifies visits for tourism or medical needs Family & Friends Visit Visa

8. Who is it for?
Certified and experienced truck drivers
Applicants hired by UAE logistics firms
Application:
Employer applies through labor & immigration portals
Submit valid driving license and experience certificate
Validity & Renewal:
1–2 years
Renewable with continued employment
Benefits:
Legal work authorization
Supports UAE logistics and e-commerce growth Truck Driver Visa

9. Visa Type
Initial
Validity
Processing
Time
Renewal
Estimated Fee
(AED)
Specialist
6–12
months
1–2 weeks
6–12
months
1,000–3,000
Humanitari
an
3–6 months 2–3 weeks 3–6 months 800–2,000
Widow/Div
orcee
1–2 years 1–2 weeks 1–2 years 1,500–3,500
Family &
Friends
30–90 days 1–2 weeks 30–90 days 300–1,000
Truck
Driver
1–2 years 2–3 weeks 1–2 years 1,500–3,000
UAE Visit Visa Timeline & Fees