Medical tourism travel to Dubai – Statistics and Benefits

Dubai has a hot desert type of climate. Dubai has two distinct seasons – winter and summer. Summer in Dubai begins around the last week of April and ends around the first week of October, whereas winter is Winter in Dubai begins around the last week of October and lasts until the beginning of April. 

VISA / ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

Foreigners wishing to receive medical treatment in the UAE, and who are from visa-required countries, have to get a Patient Entry Permit from one of the visa-issuing authorities in the UAE. Sponsors are required to apply for patient visas through the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) in Dubai.

 

AIRLINES SERVICING THIS DESTINATION

Emirates Airline has its hub airport in Dubai International (DXB) and has its own terminal 3 with 3 concourses that they share with flydubai.

 

 The following airlines have flights to Dubai 

 

  • Emirates
  • Etihad Airways
  • Flydubai
  • Wizz Air Abu Dhabi

 

HOTELS

On average, 3-star hotels in Dubai cost $36 per night, and 4-star hotels in Dubai are $67 per night. If you’re looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Dubai can be found for $239 per night, on average

 

CURRENCY

The currency in Dubai is the dirham, which is shortened to AED (United Arab Emirates Dirham).

1 United Arab Emirates Dirham = 20.31 rupees (change 

 

COMMUNICATING HOME

The international access code of Dubai is +971

 

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS

UAE emergency numbers are 999 for Police. 998 for Ambulance. 997 for Fire Department (Civil Defence)

 

SIGHTSEEING

The top sightseeing places in Dubai are Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, The Dubai Mall, Global Village Dubai. The must-visit places in Dubai are Madinat Jumeirah. Deira souks, Dubai Museum, Desert safaris., Dhow Wharfage. Sheikh Zayed Mosque.

 

SHOPPING 

Dubai is one of the best places to show. Dubai Mall is the world’s largest mall, So going there and shopping will give you the ultimate experience in luxury shopping. If you are looking for a good bargain, then explore Dubai’s famous souks.

 

NIGHTLIFE AND THE ARTS

There is a wide range of bars and nightclubs in Dubai, the majority of clubs such as White Dubai, Industrial Avenue, Cavalli Club, Stereo Arcade, and Blue Marlin Ibiza are at their busiest on Thursdays and Fridays.

 

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