Going to dubai in 3 weeks. Ive never been before and im just wondering if i need to sort anything like a visa out, whats the score with e11forms and health insurance and lastly with regards to money shall i take all cash or little bit of cash and use my visa debit?
Going to Dubai some questions
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3 weeks to go, and you have no idea how to find such basic information? Clue: top link in the search http://lmgtfy.com/?q=uk+to+dubai+travel+visa
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European health forms won't help you much when you're not in Europe... health insurance is always a good idea when traveling. You don't need an advance visa, its always good to have some cash when traveling though you'll find a Halifax clarity card useful too.
Your passport will be stamped with a 30 day visa on arrival. An additional 30 days can be added for a fee.
A European Health Insurance Card (E111) isn't going to get you anywhere and there's no reciprocal healthcare agreement with the UK.
Make sure you have insurance cover for medical matters.
A European Health Insurance Card (E111) isn't going to get you anywhere and there's no reciprocal healthcare agreement with the UK.
Make sure you have insurance cover for medical matters.
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No visa required and cash easy to get once out there but I would take some anyway. Good point about the 6 month remaining on passport. Check UK Govt web site for advice
...for what? Did you think they didn't have any bank machines or electronic payment systems?
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Given he didn't realise they had cash machines and thought his European health insurance card was relevant you might have more luck seeking hotel recommendations from literally anyone else
[TW]Fox;26669354 said:Given he didn't realise they had cash machines and thought his European health insurance card was relevant you might have more luck seeking hotel recommendations from literally anyone else
I'd agree, but surely he would have booked a hotel before he went.
[TW]Fox;26669354 said:Given he didn't realise they had cash machines and thought his European health insurance card was relevant you might have more luck seeking hotel recommendations from literally anyone else
Ha!
I've literally been away a handful of times and two of those I drove to France!Any-ways I am going here : http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_..._Beach_Resort_Spa-Dubai_Emirate_of_Dubai.html
...for what? Did you think they didn't have any bank machines or electronic payment systems?
Nah I thought Dubai was like outer Mongolia tbh dude..
In reality, I didn't want to get stuck paying a fortune to get cash out at a cash point machine. So thought id come here to ask as its obvious people have been there recently. Theres me thinking forums are a place of discussion, questions and advice.. my bad.
If you have a British passport you gain visa on entry.
Health insurance is not necessary as you will have access to public hospitals should you require anything (Rashidiya Hospital for example, there's about 12 large public hospitals, and about 40 minor ones).
Don't act like a prat, don't be drunk in public, don't hit on local women, and be respectful. Swearing is a criminal offense so watch what you say as well.
Apart from that, have a good time. Don't use your visa there as it will be expensive. Convert some cash and use what you need.
I lived in Dubai for 6 years and returned last month to the UK so if you need tips or advice on where to go and what to do, let me know.
You wont pay a fee for withdrawing cash there. They have regular free ATM's. Just make sure that you use an issuer here which doesn't charge for forex (obviously). I didn't take any cash at all, i just withdrew it as and when i needed it. Taking actual cash with you to a foreign destination is something which people need to just forget, its a relic.