Dubai Visa: Indian travelers planning to visit Dubai are facing difficulties as an increasing number of visa applications are being rejected. Previously, almost 99 percent of visa applications were approved; currently, it has declined to 94 to 95 percent. This all is due to stricter visa norms recently implemented by the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The rejection rate for Indian visa applications has jumped from 1-2 percent to 5-6 percent, according to travel agents. Both applicants and travel agents have raised their concerns about these new rigid regulations.
UAE’s New Visa Policy
New regulations were brought up by the UAE’s government. According to which individuals have to present a lot of documents for their visa approval. The rejection of a visa can lead to long-term restrictions in travel.
Documents needed for Dubai Visa:-
- Confirmed flight tickets of both sides.
- Proof of accommodation for those staying with relatives, including the host’s rental agreement.
- Emirates ID
- Residence visa copy
- Last three months bank statements with a minimum balance of Rs 50,000.
- PAN card details are mandatory for those choosing to stay in hotels.
- Hotel documents containing QR codes and a copy of their return tickets.
Many applications are facing unexpected denials even with confirmed flight tickets and hotel reservations submitted. Previously, such documents were only requested at the discretion of airport officials during entry.
Dubai Visa: Impact on Travellers
The rejection rate for Indian visa applications has jumped from 1-2 percent to 5-6 percent, according to travel agents. Many people expressed their disappointment over this new issue; it caused substantial financial losses to them, and this has led to losing money on non-refundable visa fees, pre-booked flight tickets, and hotel accommodations.
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Dubai Visa: This situation has also affected larger travel groups. Vijay Thakkar, director of Hasmukh Travels, reported that a group of 35 individuals planned a tour of Dubai, but rejection of one person’s visa affected the whole trip and caused financial losses.
Things to remember
To ensure the visa does not get rejected, check the UAE’s updated requirements and present all your documents according to it. Seek guidance from experienced travel agents to mitigate some of the risks.
Dubai Visa: The President of the Travel Agents Association of Pune, Nilesh Bhansali, quoted by TOI, cautions against using fake documents, which can lead to outright rejections and future complications. He further advises travelers to thoroughly prepare documents and consult with experienced agents to minimize the risk of rejection.
By Travelling – Discover Spirituality
Today, people travel or plan tours to entertain themselves. In historic times, traveling is not just entertainment; people travel to discover their inner enlightenment. The main purpose of travelling was to search for the real truth of life, which is far from the materialistic world. People travelled in search of God and to attain peace. For example, Buddha, he also chose this path.
But did they find all this? Who is God? What is the real truth of life?
Almighty Kabir ji has said,
Kabir, Parvat Parvat Mai Fira, Karan Apne Ram।
Ram Jese Sant Mile, Jin Saare Sab Kaam।।
This means I travelled to several mountains in search of Ram (God), and in that path I found a saint who is as god. Who fulfilled all my desires by giving true spiritual knowledge and the right way of worship.
Kabir, Mele Thele Jaiye, Mele Bade Milap।
Patthar Pani Poojte, Kahi Sadhu Sant Mil Jaat।।
Kabir ji said that by going to melas (spiritual fairs) and by worshipping idols, you might find true saints or spiritual leaders who will show you the right direction in life.
That true Spiritual Leader is Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj, who is enlightening the whole world with His spiritual knowledge. He showed the true path of worshipping the Almighty. To know about true spiritual knowledge, listen to His Spiritual Discourses on Sant Rampal ji Maharaj Youtube Channel.
Dubai Visa issues FAQs
1.Which Documents are needed for a Dubai Visa?
Confirmed flight tickets of both sides, Proof of accommodation for those staying with relatives, including the host’s rental agreement, Emirates ID, Residence visa copy, Last three months bank statements with a minimum balance of Rs 50,000, PAN card details are mandatory for those choosing to stay in hotels, and Hotel documents containing QR codes and a copy of their return tickets.
2.How are people facing problems with these new visa norms?
It caused substantial financial losses to them, and this has led to losing money on non-refundable visa fees, pre-booked flight tickets, and hotel accommodations.
3.UAE stands for?
United Arab Emirates.
4. Why are UAE stricter visa norms?
To enhance security and visitors’ experience in the country.
5. Who is a True Spiritual Leader?
Sant Rampal ji Maharaj.
