UAE introduces visa for cruise crew and passengers, reinforcing position as global destination
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) has introduced new entry visa regulations for the UAE that include, for the first time, a multiple-entry visa tailored to cruise ship crew and passengers.
The move is a significant boost for the UAE’s cruise sector, supporting both operational efficiency for cruise lines and its ambitions to consolidate its position as a leading global hub for cruise tourism.
The vast majority of cruise ships homeporting in the Arabian Gulf during the winter season do so in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, accommodating almost a million cruise passengers annually.
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