Student visa · Korea (Republic of) to United Arab Emirates

Student Visa

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 365 days
• Processing time: 2-5 weeks
• Fee: AED 2,500-3,500 (approx. $680-$953 USD, including processing and medical tests)
• Validity: 1 year, renewable annually
• Entry: Single entry

Student visa for full-time study at a UAE-accredited educational institution. The university/institution acts as the visa sponsor. Valid for 1 year initially, renewable annually until program completion. Outstanding students with exceptional academic results may qualify for a 5-year long-term student visa. A medical fitness test is required upon arrival. The visa includes issuance of an Emirates ID card.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Available to all nationalities

• Purpose of visit

  Must have a confirmed admission/acceptance letter from a UAE-accredited educational institution for a full-time program

  Includes

  • Full-time study at UAE-accredited institution
• Health

  Must pass the UAE medical fitness test including blood test and chest X-ray

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 4; Specifications: Recent colour passport-size photographs with white background

• Proof of funds

  Accepted forms: Bank statements, scholarship letter, or sponsor financial guarantee; Minimum amount: Sufficient funds to cover tuition fees and living expenses

• Travel insurance

  Coverage area: UAE; Minimum coverage: Valid health insurance covering UAE stay

• Visa fee payment

  Accepted methods: Payment through the sponsoring educational institution; Amount: AED 2,500-3,500 total (includes processing, medical tests, and Emirates ID)

• Medical fitness

  Provide a medical fitness certificate if the destination requires one for this route.

  Destination country: UAE; Examining center: UAE-approved medical centre

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Obtain admission letter from UAE-accredited institution. Gather passport copies, passport photos, academic transcripts, and proof of financial means

2. Online application

   Your sponsoring university/institution submits the visa application through the ICP or GDRFA portal on your behalf

3. Fee payment

   Pay visa fees (AED 2,500-3,500) through the educational institution. A visa maintenance charge may also apply

4. Processing wait

   Wait 2-5 weeks for visa processing. Entry permit will be emailed to you

5. Document submission

   Upon arrival in the UAE, undergo medical fitness test at an approved medical centre

6. Biometrics

   Visit a typing centre to apply for Emirates ID card and complete biometrics

7. Visa collection

   Residence visa stamp is placed in passport after medical clearance and Emirates ID processing

• Apply for an e-Visa online (opens in new tab)

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.