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Enjoy a Complimentary 48 or 96 Hour Dubai Stopover Visa with Emirates

  • Travellers from South Africa flying Emirates to destinations beyond Dubai, you'll receive a complimentary 48 or 96 hour visa to enjoy a stopover in the city.
  • Whether you're travelling onward with Emirates or simply adding a short break to your journey, Emirates makes it simple.
  • Perfect for a quick family getaway or a short escape, discover Dubai's world class shopping, iconic attractions, and rich culture - all made easier with our complimentary transit visa.
  • Terms and conditions below apply.

How to book?

Step 1

Book and pay in full for an Emirates-operated (NOT codeshare) flight beyond Dubai to other destinations in the Emirates network with a minimum one night stay in Dubai between 15 September 2025 and 31 December 2025 either on the Travelstart website, app or with our live agents on travelhub@travelstart.com. The offer is only valid for travel occuring between 15 September 2025 and 31 December 2025.

Step 2

Passengers must provide:

  • Confirmed Emirates tickets (no codeshare flights)
  • Confirmed hotel reservation in Dubai
  • Passport copy (data page + last page)
  • Colour passport photograph
  • A coloured copy of the passport's external cover page as part of the Dubai Visa application process. The image shared must be an open passport showing the external back and front of the passport. Refer to passport specimen here
  • Copy of confirmed Third Country Visa for final destination if required.
  • Completed visa application form
  • All visa applications are subject to UAE immigration approval.

Step 3

Forward your Dubai visa documents to the VFS/DVPC offices.

Terms & Conditions

  • Sale period: 15th September to 15th November 2025.
  • Travel period: 15th September to 31st December 2025.
  • Class of travel: All cabins.
  • Journey must commence from any point in South Africa.
  • Offer valid only on Emirates commercial tickets purchased in South Africa.
  • Re-issued tickets are valid, provided the travel takes place within the validity period of 15th September to 31st December 2025.
  • Normal eligibility criteria for 48 / 96 hour visa applies.
  • Campaigns T&C apply.
  • Minimum one night stay in Dubai.
  • Campaign restricted to one complimentary visa per passenger.
  • The Outbound date must be on or before 31st December 2025 to apply for a complimentary visa.
  • Open to all nationalities departing from South Africa.
  • Valid only for onward travellers.
  • Visa must be applied 15 days prior to travel date.

Get booking!

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