UAE Visa Cost Calculators 2026
Calculate your complete UAE visa costs instantly with our accurate calculators. Get detailed breakdowns for tourist visa, work visa, residence visa, family visa, transit visa, and student visa in Pakistani Rupees and AED.
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Tourist Visa Calculator
Calculate your UAE tourist visa costs in PKR and AED
Your Total Tourist Visa Cost
💡 Note: Tourist visa costs vary by agency and processing time. Above estimates are based on February 2026 average rates for Pakistani citizens. Actual costs may vary ±10%. Express processing adds PKR 17,000-20,000 per visa. Most agencies also charge service fees of PKR 3,000-8,000.
Work Visa Calculator
Calculate your UAE work visa and employment permit costs
Your Total Work Visa Cost
💡 Note: Work visa costs are typically paid by employer. Above costs are what companies usually pay for your visa processing. If you're paying yourself, negotiate with employer. Medical test costs AED 300-750 (PKR 24,600-61,500). Emirates ID costs vary by duration (1-3 years).
Family Visa Calculator
Calculate costs to sponsor your family members in UAE
Your Total Family Visa Cost
💡 Requirements: To sponsor family residence visa, you need minimum salary of AED 4,000/month (PKR 328,000) for spouse/children or AED 20,000/month (PKR 1,640,000) for parents. Document attestation (marriage certificate, birth certificates) costs additional PKR 15,000-30,000 per document in Pakistan.
Transit Visa Calculator
Calculate UAE transit/stopover visa costs
Your Total Transit Visa Cost
💡 Note: Transit visa is for UAE airport layovers when you want to exit airport and explore Dubai/UAE for 2-4 days. Not needed if staying inside airport. Airline-sponsored transit visas are cheapest. Some nationalities get visa-free transit - check eligibility.
Student Visa Calculator
Calculate UAE student residence visa costs
Your Total Student Visa Cost
💡 Note: Student visa costs are in addition to university/school tuition fees. Most UAE universities charge PKR 3M-16M per year for tuition. Student visa is sponsored by educational institution. Part-time work allowed for university students (20 hours/week) after first year.
Business Setup & Investor Visa Calculator
Calculate UAE business setup and investor visa costs
Your Total Business Setup Cost (First Year)
💡 Note: Business setup costs shown are for first year including license, office, and investor visas. Annual renewal costs (Year 2 onwards) are 50-60% of first year. Free zone companies enjoy 0% corporate tax. Mainland companies pay 9% tax on profits over AED 375,000. Minimum salary requirement: AED 4,000/month to sponsor family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about UAE visa costs and calculations.
• Specific agency you use
• Seasonal price changes
• Exchange rate fluctuations (AED to PKR)
• Additional services you choose
• Your nationality (some nationalities have different fees)
• Processing time selected
We update our calculators regularly to reflect current market rates. For exact quotes, always confirm with authorized visa agencies or your employer/sponsor.
Fixed Government Fees:
• Entry permit fees
• Visa stamping fees
• Emirates ID fees
• Medical test fees (at approved centers)
These are same across all providers.
Variable Agency Fees:
• Service charges (PKR 3,000-15,000)
• Processing assistance
• Document handling
• Customer support
• Express processing premiums
These vary by agency reputation, service quality, and location.
Tip: Compare multiple agencies but also consider reliability, processing time, and customer reviews - not just price!
Travel Costs:
• Flight tickets (PKR 40,000-100,000)
• Airport transfers
Document Costs:
• Passport photos (PKR 500-1,000)
• Document attestation in Pakistan (PKR 15,000-30,000 per document)
• Document translation if needed
• Courier charges
Accommodation:
• Hotel stay during visa processing
• Rent/housing after arrival
Living Expenses:
• Food, transport, utilities
• School fees for children
• Bank account opening fees
Additional Services:
• PRO services for business setup
• Legal consultation
• Office furniture/equipment (for business)
Always budget 20-30% extra beyond calculated visa costs for these additional expenses.
CANNOT Apply Yourself (Need Sponsor/Agency):
• Tourist visa - requires UAE sponsor (travel agency, hotel)
• Work visa - sponsored by UAE employer only
• Family residence visa - sponsored by UAE resident family member
• Student visa - sponsored by educational institution
CAN Apply Yourself (But Complex):
• Business setup - can apply directly with free zone authorities
• Golden visa - can apply online through ICP portal
Why Use Agency Even When You Can Apply Yourself?
• Save time (they know the process)
• Avoid mistakes (rejected applications cost money and time)
• Handle paperwork and follow-ups
• Better success rates
• Guidance on requirements
Recommendation: For first-time applicants, using authorized agency is worth the extra PKR 5,000-15,000 service charge to ensure smooth process.
For Tourism/Visit:
• 30-day single entry tourist visa = PKR 18,000-25,000
• Or family visit visa (if you have UAE resident relative) = PKR 15,000-20,000
• Use budget travel agencies (compare prices)
• Avoid express processing (saves PKR 17,000-20,000)
For Work:
• Find job with company that pays all visa costs (most do)
• Negotiate visa costs as part of job offer
• Avoid "pay your own visa" jobs - often scams
For Business/Long-term:
• IFZA free zone = cheapest business setup (PKR 1.2M-1.8M first year)
• Shams free zone = also very affordable
• Get flexi-desk office instead of physical office (saves PKR 500K-2M/year)
• Start with 1-2 visas only, add more later
• Choose 2-year visa instead of 1-year (better value per year)
Money-Saving Tips:
• Apply during off-season (June-August) - some agencies offer discounts
• Group applications (families) sometimes get bulk discount
• Do document attestation in Pakistan before arrival (cheaper)
• Use government medical centers instead of private clinics in UAE
• Valid for 60 days from date of issue
• Must enter UAE within this 60-day window
• Stay duration: 30, 60, or 90 days from entry date
• Can extend for additional 30-60 days inside UAE
Work Visa:
• 1, 2, or 3 years from date of stamping
• Renewable as long as employment continues
• Must exit/enter UAE once every 6 months to keep valid
• Cancelled if employment ends (30-180 day grace period)
Family Residence Visa:
• Same validity as sponsor's visa (1-3 years typically)
• Renewed with sponsor's visa
• Cancelled if sponsor's visa cancelled
Student Visa:
• 1 year from date of issue
• Must renew annually with proof of continued enrollment
• Cancelled after graduation or if you leave studies
Transit Visa:
• Valid for 48 or 96 hours only
• Must exit UAE within this time
• Cannot be extended
Business/Investor Visa:
• 2-3 years typically
• Golden visa: 10 years
• Must maintain active business for renewal
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