| krish197103:47 UTC17 Aug 2008 | As I understand it from reading other people's posts, not much has changed for U.S. citizens in terms of the new visa regulations. I had a couple of questions so that I can adequately prepare for my upcoming trip to UAE:
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As a U.S. citizen, I will be allowed to enter the country without a visa; furthermore, I would be able to leave and return again in less than 30 days. Is that correct?
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What is the deal with mandatory health insurance. I have health insurance through my employer and that also includes coverage for overseas travel. Is that enough or do I have to purchase insurance from a UAE provider? I will be in the country for less than a week if that makes a difference.
Thanks.
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| bri_guy05:34 UTC18 Aug 2008 | Krish,
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Please see the previous discussion that we just had for info about leaving the country within 30 days. I will say that it is just speculation on my part (although I would call it 95% sure) based upon other comments that the Ministry has made. However, I have not known anyone who has actually tried it so I can't say for certain.
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The mandatory health insurance rule is waived for people (like you) in the 33 countries who also get the visa on arrival. For others, it would be 40 dirhams (about $14 U.S.).
Hope that helps!
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