[VaibhaoT]

Hello,

I am travelling to Dubai this month for a short vacation.
I have taken Tourist Visa through Akbar Travels for my wife and daughter.
I have US B1 visa which is issued recently. But I never went to US. As per best of my understanding, we can get Visa On Arrival in Dubai if we have US visa.
Anyone has experience with Visa on Arrival in Dubai?
What all documents do we require for same?
As I have never used my US Visa for visiting USA, will it be a problem?

I am preferring Visa on Arrival because its cost is 120 Dirham which is like 1/3rd of regular tourist visa.

[NomadSK]

Originally Posted by VaibhaoT

I have US B1 visa which is issued recently. But I never went to US.

Kindly double check this (probably Emirates call centre would be able to guide you). As for Saudi, the Visa has to be used Atleast once by the issuing country.

Whenever I have been to DXB, it’s always on the used US visa.

[VaibhaoT]

Originally Posted by NomadSK

Kindly double check this (probably Emirates call centre would be able to guide you). As for Saudi, the Visa has to be used Atleast once by the issuing country.

Whenever I have been to DXB, it’s always on the used US visa.

I sent email to UAE Emabssy in Delhi to confirm the same. They did not explicitly confirmed that prior visit to USA is required. They only mentioned that in order to avail Visa on Arrival, I will need US Visitor Visa and Passport valid for at least 6 months. I took risk & went without any tourist visa. After arriving, I got visa from Marhaba counter. They charged AED 141. But it was quick. I was little worried before going but overall process was smooth.

[poised2drive]

Originally Posted by sahil624

Hi all,


1. In documents required it mentions that approved leave certificate is required from our employer. But if we have no firm plan and just wish to procure USA visa for future travel, is it possible?

Thanks.

Hi, I attended the US B1/B2 (Tourist) VISA Interview last week and it was approved .

With ref. to your query, I could say YES.

I did not have a laid out plan though I planned to visit during April 2024 ( mentioned in DS160)

Since I work for the Government, it is mandatory for us to take prior permission to apply for Visa ( and we need to take permission before we leave the country too) . So I did take an NOC for attending the interview and had the copy with me.

I was asked whether I would get vacation to go to the US for the requisite period ( 30 days as per my entry in the DS160) . I said yes and stated that I only have to take NOC before proceeding to leave the country ( Service Rule) and Vacation period of 30 days can be availed.

Hope that helps.

[Naetik30]

Originally Posted by NomadSK

Kindly double check this (probably Emirates call centre would be able to guide you). As for Saudi, the Visa has to be used Atleast once by the issuing country.

Whenever I have been to DXB, it’s always on the used US visa.

I have transited through DXB multiple times, but never entered Dubai.
Oflate the US has stopped stamping on passport. So how will Dubai authorities know if the US visa was used or not?

[NomadSK]

Originally Posted by Naetik30

Oflate the US has stopped stamping on passport. So how will Dubai authorities know if the US visa was used or not?

The authorities/Even you, will have to just run through the I-94 system to get the US travel history for the Passenger. I-94 travel history includes up to 100 arrivals and departures spanning the last ten years. But as mentioned by @VaibhaoT, it's not a prerequisite requirement to enter DXB.

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OT- While US immigration officers are no longer required to issue passport stamps, they still have discretion to give you a stamp if you ask for one. So you may as well ask and try your luck

[mukeshgoel]

Hi.

I am planning to visit Dubai next month. Entry point is Abu Dhabhi (AUH) and exit through Sharjah (SHJ).

As a tourist, what visa do I need and how do I apply?

[goandude]

Originally Posted by poised2drive

Hi, I attended the US B1/B2 (Tourist) VISA Interview last week and it was approved .

With ref. to your query, I could say YES.

I did not have a laid out plan though I planned to visit during April 2024 ( mentioned in DS160)

Since I work for the Government, it is mandatory for us to take prior permission to apply for Visa ( and we need to take permission before we leave the country too) . So I did take an NOC for attending the interview and had the copy with me.

I was asked whether I would get vacation to go to the US for the requisite period ( 30 days as per my entry in the DS160) . I said yes and stated that I only have to take NOC before proceeding to leave the country ( Service Rule) and Vacation period of 30 days can be availed.

Hope that helps.

I applied for a USA tourist visa in 2022 and my appointment is in Jan 24. I've forgotten whatever I filled in DS 160. Is there anyway to retrieve this document?

Also, they state that no electronic stuff to be carried into the interview place. So what do you do with your mobile phone?

Thanks

[poised2drive]

Originally Posted by goandude

1.I've forgotten whatever I filled in DS 160. Is there anyway to retrieve this document?

2.Also, they state that no electronic stuff to be carried into the interview place. So what do you do with your mobile phone?

Thanks

1. I am afraid it may not be possible to retrieve the submitted application, though we can retrieve the application ID.

Try to see if you have taken a printout or mailed it your email . The information provided by you holds the key to the interview.

2. No digital device is allowed including watches ( I did not wear a belt too)

My hotel was nearby , so I left everything in that room and carried documents in a transparent folder. I walked to the embassy ( appointment was in Kolkata)

But there were couple of shops that have storage lockers around.

[NomadSK]

Originally Posted by goandude

I applied for a USA tourist visa in 2022 and my appointment is in Jan 24. I've forgotten whatever I filled in DS 160. Is there anyway to retrieve this document?

I had applied for my US visa long time back, guess the application was retrievable.


Submitted DS-160 application (submitted after November 1, 2010): Once a DS160 form is submitted, you may not change the answers on the form or cancel the submission. However, you will be able to retrieve the information from a previously submitted DS160 to populate some fields on a new form and submit a new DS160 form.

Also, they state that no electronic stuff to be carried into the interview place. So what do you do with your mobile phone?

I didn’t apply in India, but here they have the locker facility where they keep all the electronic stuff before you finally go for the interview and you can retrieve your stuff while going back.

Cheers

[LiveLife]

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Originally Posted by mukeshgoel

Hi.

I am planning to visit Dubai next month. Entry point is Abu Dhabhi (AUH) and exit through Sharjah (SHJ).

As a tourist, what visa do I need and how do I apply?

Hi

You need only one visa i.e., UAE tourist visa and that should help you move around UAE. Do note, its tourist purposes only

Thanks

Originally Posted by VaibhaoT

I sent email to UAE Emabssy in Delhi to confirm the same. They did not explicitly confirmed that prior visit to USA is required. They only mentioned that in order to avail Visa on Arrival, I will need US Visitor Visa and Passport valid for at least 6 months. I took risk & went without any tourist visa. After arriving, I got visa from Marhaba counter. They charged AED 141. But it was quick. I was little worried before going but overall process was smooth.

Hi

You can enter UAE (VOA) provided you have a valid (for 6 months) US tourist visa. I have many colleagues who to n fro UAE using this approach

Thanks

[warrioraks]

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[dailydriver]

What are the chances for a fourteen year old girl to get a short duration UK Visa when applied independently of her parents?

Although the parents would be bearing all the expenses and the girl will be visiting and staying at her maternal aunt's (mother's sister) house, she will be travelling as an unaccompanied minor.

This is for the next summer vacation - between April & May 2024.

If it matters, this will be her first international trip.

[dass]

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[Dry Ice]

Originally Posted by dailydriver

What are the chances for a fourteen year old girl to get a short duration UK Visa when applied independently of her parents?

Although the parents would be bearing all the expenses and the girl will be visiting and staying at her maternal aunt's (mother's sister) house, she will be travelling as an unaccompanied minor.

This is for the next summer vacation - between April & May 2024.

If it matters, this will be her first international trip.

This page provides details on everything you need to provide - https://www.gov.uk/standard-visitor/if-youre-under-18. Provide as much documentary proof as possible, especially financials and details of the UK host. ATB