--- title: "Dubai Transit Visa — 48-Hour & 96-Hour Online | eVisas.io" description: "Apply for a Dubai transit visa online. 48-hour (free) and 96-hour options for travellers stopping over in Dubai. Fast processing, no embassy visit." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://evisas.io/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "UAE Visa", "item": "https://evisas.io/uae-visa" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Dubai Transit Visa", "item": "https://evisas.io/dubai-transit-visa" } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is a Dubai transit visa?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "A short-stay visa for travellers transiting through Dubai International Airport (DXB) on their way to another country. Lets you exit the airport to visit the city during your layover." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "48-hour vs 96-hour transit visa — what is the difference?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The 48-hour transit visa is free of charge (only a small service fee applies). The 96-hour transit visa costs approximately AED 50 in government fees and is suitable for longer layovers." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need a transit visa if I stay airside?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No. If you do not leave the international transit area at DXB or AUH airport, you do not need a transit visa. A transit visa is only required if you wish to exit the airport." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does the transit visa take to process?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Standard processing is 2–4 business days. Apply at least 4 days before your travel date to ensure approval in time." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What documents do I need?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Passport bio page scan (6+ months validity), recent colour photo, confirmed onward ticket to a third country, and the booking reference of the airline sponsoring the transit." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can the transit visa be extended into a tourist visa?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No — transit visas cannot be extended or converted. If you want to stay longer in Dubai, apply for a 30-day or 60-day tourist visa instead." } } ] } ] --- Open menu [eVisas.io ](/) [Countries](/countries)[About Us](/about)[Contact](/contact)[Blog](/blog)[Articles](/articles)[Visa Eligibility](/visa-eligibility)[Check My Schengen Chances](/schengen-visa-approval-calculator)[Passport Ranking](/passport-ranking)[Verify a Visa](/visa-verification) [Sign In](/login)[Get Started](/signup) [Home](/)[UAE Visa](/uae-visa)Transit Visa # Dubai Transit Visa — 48 & 96 Hour Make the most of your Dubai layover. Apply online for a 48-hour or 96-hour transit visa, exit DXB, and explore the city before your onward flight. [Apply for Transit Visa](/visa-options/ae?nationality=IN)[Need Longer Stay?](/dubai-30-day-visa) 48h or 96h Two options 48h is free\* Service fee only Exit DXB Visit the city 2–4 days Apply 4+ days ahead ## 48-Hour vs 96-Hour Transit Visa ### 48-Hour Transit For short layovers up to 2 days. - Government fee: FREE - Service fee applies - Non-extendable ### 96-Hour Transit For layovers up to 4 days. - ~AED 50 government fee - Plus service fee - Non-extendable ## Dubai Transit Visa — FAQ ### What is a Dubai transit visa? A short-stay visa for travellers transiting through Dubai International Airport (DXB) on their way to another country. Lets you exit the airport to visit the city during your layover. ### 48-hour vs 96-hour transit visa — what is the difference? The 48-hour transit visa is free of charge (only a small service fee applies). The 96-hour transit visa costs approximately AED 50 in government fees and is suitable for longer layovers. ### Do I need a transit visa if I stay airside? No. If you do not leave the international transit area at DXB or AUH airport, you do not need a transit visa. A transit visa is only required if you wish to exit the airport. ### How long does the transit visa take to process? Standard processing is 2–4 business days. Apply at least 4 days before your travel date to ensure approval in time. ### What documents do I need? Passport bio page scan (6+ months validity), recent colour photo, confirmed onward ticket to a third country, and the booking reference of the airline sponsoring the transit. ### Can the transit visa be extended into a tourist visa? No — transit visas cannot be extended or converted. If you want to stay longer in Dubai, apply for a 30-day or 60-day tourist visa instead. ## Related Pages [Dubai 30-Day Tourist Visa](/dubai-30-day-visa)[Dubai 60-Day Tourist Visa](/dubai-60-day-visa)[Dubai e-Visa](/dubai-e-visa)[Dubai Visa for Indians — Complete Guide](/dubai-visa-for-indians)[Visa Fees in INR & AED](/dubai-visa-fees-for-indians)[UAE Visa — Overview](/uae-visa) ## Apply for your Dubai transit visa Approved transit visa delivered to your email — exit DXB and explore Dubai. [Start Application](/visa-options/ae?nationality=IN) 🇦🇪 Coming back to the UAE? UAE Transit Visa — apply online in 1 minute Apply online · fast processing · clear all-in pricing [Apply for the UAE Transit Visa](/visa-options/ae) Pre-approval = faster lane at Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Sharjah airports. eVisas.io Simplifying global travel with efficient visa processing for individuals. 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