ICP & GDRFA Medical Treatment Entry Permits 2026
UAE Medical Treatment Visa & Health Tourism
Detailed handbook on obtaining 90-day Single & Multiple Entry Medical Treatment Visas — hospital sponsorship, companion visas, DXH Dubai medical packages, and visa extension rules.
Global Medical Tourism Destination
The UAE is a leading international medical tourism hub driven by **Dubai Health Experience (DXH)** and **Abu Dhabi Medical Tourism**.
Foreign patients entering the UAE specifically for medical treatment or surgery can obtain dedicated **Medical Treatment Entry Permits** processed through their sponsoring hospital.
Single-Entry Medical Treatment Visa
| Visa Parameter | Requirement / Rule |
|---|---|
| Validity & Stay Duration | 90 Days Entry Permit from issue date (Stay duration 90 days) |
| Mandatory Sponsor | Must be sponsored by a licensed medical facility in the UAE |
| Visa Extension Eligibility | Renewable for an additional 90 days upon official medical report |
| Estimated Government Fee | AED 1,000 – 1,500 (plus hospital administrative processing) |
Required Visa Application Documents
- 📘 Clear passport copy of patient valid for minimum 6 months
- 🏥 Official Medical Report / Confirmation letter from sponsoring UAE hospital
- 🧾 Proof of financial solvency or medical insurance coverage
- 👨👩👧 Medical Companion passport copy (for accompanying caregiver)
Popular Medical Specialties for Tourists
- 👁️ Ophthalmology & LASIK Eye Surgery
- 🦷 Cosmetic Dentistry & Dental Implants
- 🦴 Orthopedics & Joint Replacement
- 💆 Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery
- 🧬 Fertility (IVF) & Reproductive Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions
Foreign patients must obtain a Medical Treatment Entry Permit issued by ICP or GDRFA Dubai, sponsored by a licensed UAE hospital where treatment is scheduled.
Yes. Patients can sponsor a Medical Companion Entry Permit for an accompanying family member or caregiver for the same duration.
DXH is Dubai's official medical tourism portal managed by DHA, allowing patients to book treatment packages, visas, and hotels.
DXH & ICP Portal
• Dubai Health Experience (DXH Portal): dxh.ae
• ICP Federal Visa Services: icp.gov.ae