United Arab Emirates•AsiaMedical Visa - Patient Treatment
At a Glance
2 days
Not confirmed
Check the official source3 months
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Living in United Arab Emirates
Overview
Hospital-sponsored entry for international patients receiving medical treatment, valid 90–180 days in UAE facilities.
The UAE Medical Visa enables international patients to enter for specialized care at licensed hospitals. The medical facility acts as official sponsor, ensuring institutional accountability and direct linkage to a verified treatment plan. Distinct from standard tourism permits, it requires comprehensive medical documentation and proof of financial solvency.
The visa is valid for 90 days (single entry: AED 200–300) or 180 days (single/multiple entry: AED 500–900), plus 5% VAT and security deposits (AED 1,000 single, AED 2,000 multiple). It is extendable with continued medical documentation. Processing takes 48 hours. Dependents are permitted. Work authorization is not allowed.
This visa is ideal for international patients seeking specialized medical care at world-class UAE healthcare facilities.
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 3 months |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must be sponsored by a licensed and registered medical facility in the UAE.
The medical facility must officially request the entry permit for the purpose of treatment.
Patient must have a valid passport (minimum six months validity).
Must have proof of medical insurance covering the stay.
Must provide evidence of financial solvency to cover treatment costs.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Valid passport
Medical reports
Hospital approval
Financial guarantee
Hospital registration (sponsor)
Medical clearance (sponsor)
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Ultra-fast 48-hour processing time for urgent medical cases
- Stay extendable beyond 180 days if medical treatment must continue
- Flexible single or multiple-entry options for different treatment needs
- Can sponsor dependents and companions on linked visas during treatment
- Affordable baseline fee of AED 200–300 for 90-day single entry permit
- Medical facility acts as sponsor—simplifies application vs self-sponsorship
- Refundable security deposits (AED 1,000–2,000) held during treatment period
- Direct access to world-class UAE medical infrastructure and specialists
Worth Knowing
- Cannot apply independently—hospital or medical facility must initiate and sponsor application
- Security deposit required: AED 1,000 (single entry) or AED 2,000 (multiple entries) in addition to visa fees
- Companion/dependent visas are linked to patient's visa; companions must enter with patient
- Medical reports must be recent and officially validated by the sponsoring facility
- Additional VAT and medical exam costs apply beyond base visa fees
- Work authorization is prohibited—cannot engage in any employment during stay
- Visa cancellation if treatment is abandoned or medical sponsorship withdrawn
Application Process
Select hospital
Choose licensed UAE medical facility
Get medical approval
Obtain treatment authorization from hospital
Hospital applies for visa
Medical facility submits patient entry permit application
Submit medical documents
Provide medical reports and treatment plan
Receive approval
Hospital receives patient entry permit
Travel to UAE
Patient enters UAE on medical permit
Begin treatment
Commence medical treatment at hospital
Application Forms
| Medical Patient Entry Permit | — |
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