"OK to Board" (OTB) is a visa verification process required by some airlines for passengers with an ECR (Emigration Check Required) stamp on their passports. Check with your airline to confirm if OTB is needed for your travel.

No, visa charges are separate from airfare and must be paid independently.

Yes, all Indian passport holders need a visa to visit the UAE or Dubai. The visa type depends on the purpose of your visit and the duration of your stay.

No, UAE Immigration does not refund visa fees for rejected applications. Once applied, the visa fee is non-refundable.

The maximum validity of a Dubai visa is 58 days. If you re-apply for a visa without canceling a currently active one, your application may be rejected, and visa cancellation charges will apply.

It is relatively easy. You only need two documents—passport-size photographs and your Indian passport—to apply online.

No, Dubai/UAE visas are issued as e-visas, so no physical documents are required. You can even apply for another visa simultaneously to save time.

While travel insurance is not mandatory for a Dubai visa, Indian travelers must carry COVID medical insurance.

Overstaying your visa in Dubai can lead to several serious immediate and long-term consequences, making it crucial to carefully manage your visa validity. Here's what happens if you overstay your visa:

1. Fines for overstaying:

• Daily penalties: Once your visa expires, you will be subject to daily fines for each day you remain in the country illegally. The fine typically starts at AED 200 for the first day of overstay and increases by AED 100 for each subsequent day.
• Paying the fine: These fines must be paid before you are allowed to leave the country. You can pay the fines at immigration offices, airports, or other designated centres.

2. Immigration procedures:

• Exit process: When you attempt to leave the UAE after overstaying, you must pay the accumulated fines at the airport's immigration counter or other designated points. Immigration officers will not allow you to depart until all fines are settled.
• Detention: In some cases, particularly if the overstay period is significant, authorities may detain individuals until the fines are paid, which could result in missed flights or further complications.

3. Long-term consequences:

• Future visa applications: Overstaying can negatively impact your ability to obtain future visas for Dubai or other UAE Emirates. Authorities keep a record of overstays, and a history of non-compliance can lead to visa rejections.
• Entry bans: In severe cases, especially if the overstay period is prolonged or if fines are not paid, you may face an entry ban. This could prevent you from re-entering the UAE for a specified period or indefinitely.
• Legal consequences: In extreme cases of overstaying, legal action may be taken against you, which could include deportation or further restrictions on your ability to travel.

Yes, you can extend your stay in Dubai by applying for a visa extension for an additional 30 days. Here’s how you can go about it:

1. How to apply for an extension:

• Contact your sponsor: If your visa was obtained through an authorized sponsor (such as Atlys or a travel agency), you must contact them to initiate the extension process. They will submit the necessary application on your behalf.
• General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA): You can apply for the extension through the GDRFA, either online via their official portal or by visiting one of their service centres in Dubai. The GDRFA handles all visa-related matters, including extensions.

2. Documents required:

• Passport: Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the new extended visa period.
• Current visa: A copy of your current visa or entry permit.
• Proof of accommodation: Documents showing where you will be staying during the extended period.
• Extension application form: This form can be completed online or in person at the GDRFA centre.
• Photograph: A recent passport-sized photo may be required for the application.
  

3. Fees and processing time:

• Extension fee: There is a fee associated with extending your visa, typically around AED 600-800, depending on the visa type.
• Processing time: The extension process usually takes 1-3 business days, but it’s advisable to apply well before your current visa expires.