Before you Travel
Visa & Passport information
Holders of full British passports will be granted a free of charge visitor/tourist visa upon arrival in the UAE. No application in advance of travel is needed. Your passport will be stamped with the visa as you pass through Immigration. The visa issued at the airport for British passport holders is valid for up to 40 days. Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into the UAE.
The information given applies to holders of full UK passports only. We also recommend you go to Travel advice for further information. Love Dubai, 360 Loyalty will not be held responsible for any information given.
Dubai Tourism Dirham Fee
Dubai Tourism Dirham Fee applies and is to be paid by the guest directly at the Hotel/Resort. The following fees are applicable per bedroom per night- 20 AED for 5-star hotel/Deluxe hotel apartment, 15 AED: 4-star hotel/Superior hotel apartment, 10 AED for 3 and 2-star hotel/Standard hotel apartment and 7 AED for 1-star hotel/budget hotel apartment.
COVID-19
Entry requirements may change at short notice, and all travellers to Dubai are strongly encouraged to check the specifics before departure with their airline before they travel.
Ramadan
Ramadan (dates can vary). Visitors are advised to respect those fasting by refraining from eating, drinking & smoking in public in daylight hours and to wear modest dress. Religious holidays are usually ‘Dry Days’ where alcohol and entertainment are prohibited. Please note that during this period some facilities (including restaurants) may be closed and opening times for restaurants may vary.
Ongoing Developments in Dubai
Please be advised that there are many exciting hotel and leisure infrastructure developments currently underway in Dubai to ensure that the Emirate remains at the forefront of advancement to meet the anticipated future demand of the discerning traveller. Dubai Marina, Downtown, Habtoor City and The Palm areas are part of an ever-evolving landscape that over the years has continued to provide award winning tourism developments and facilities and is continuing for the foreseeable future.
Medication
If you’re planning to travel with any prescribed or over the counter medicines for personal use, you’ll need to meet the UAE’s specific requirements for your medicine to be allowed into the country.
If you’re entering the country with medication that the UAE classes as narcotic, psychotropic, controlled or semi-controlled, approval is needed from the UAE authorities.
Approval should be requested in advance. To gain approval prior to travelling, you can apply for a permit online using the electronic application form on the UAE Ministry of Health website. The UAE authorities advise that applications are normally processed within 5 working days.
If you arrive in the UAE without prior approval or the required documentation, the medication will not be allowed into the UAE and you may be prosecuted under UAE law. If you need more information on controlled medicines or the process for obtaining permission, you should contact the UAE Ministry of Health by emailing info@moh.gov.ae or calling +971 800 11111.
Travelling With Children
Please be aware children sharing room with parents may have to share existing bedding
Getting About Dubai
So much to see, it's important to be able to travel with ease and Dubai certainly has this covered. First of all buy yourself a 'Nol Card'. The card is widely accepted on the Metro, buses, trams and even taxi fares.
The Metro is totally automated. A driverless rail system and very inexpensive. All you need to do is buy your ticket at the nearest station!
Travelling by bus and taxi is also an inexpensive way to get around Dubai. Buses and taxis are all air-conditioned and plentiful.
4 Top Ideas for the Activity Seekers!
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Desert Adventurers
As you leave the busy city behind, you will be enthralled by the gigantic sand dunes which form the Arabian Desert. After some dune-bashing and exquisite sunset views, you will be treated to a lavish spread of authentic Arabic fare in a traditional camp, where you can indulge in activities such as sandboarding, henna painting, camel rides and local attire trial. You will be entertained by belly dancers and folk dancers as you sit back and relax with an aromatic shisha under the star-lit skies.
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Skydivers
A tandem skydive is the quickest and easiest way to experience the thrill of freefall at over 120 miles per hour, while securely harnessed to one of our experienced and accomplished instructors. Adrenaline enthusiasts can live this adventure at our two world-class locations, the Palm Drop zone and the Desert Drop zone.
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Snowboards & Skiing
This is truly one of Dubai's top indoor activities. Play with the Ski Dubai penguins, build a snowman, roll down the hills, ride the Twin Track Bobsled or explore a snow cavern. You can also have a go on the frozen zip-line or catch the classic chairlift to the top of a hill where you can ski all the way to the bottom.
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Top of the Burj Khalifa
From the high speed elevator that propels you to the top at 10 meters per second, to the floor-to-ceiling glass walls that provide an unobstructed 360-degree view of Dubai’s cityscape, this experience is one that you cannot afford to miss.
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