Short answer: Yes. A child under 18 can do a UAE visa change by bus or by flight (A2A), depending on nationality. The child must travel with someone — usually one parent is enough. A birth certificate is normally not required for the trip itself.
Before you travel: extend inside the UAE first
If your child is already on a 60-day tourist visa, you can normally extend it twice by 30 days inside the UAE — no border trip needed. This is the easiest option for small children. After both extensions are used, the child must exit the UAE and get a new visa.
Compare the 3 options
Inside-country extension
Child stays home in the UAE.
- For children on a 60-day tourist visa
- 2 extensions of 30 days
- Then exit is required
Visa change by flight (A2A)
Fast and hassle-free for families.
- Short airport trip, no long road journey
- One parent travels with the child
- Depends on nationality
Visa change by bus
Lower cost, with our premium family service.
- Comfortable family travel
- Private accommodation option
- Depends on nationality
Which option should you choose?
- Want zero travel? Use the inside-country extensions first.
- Want the fastest, easiest trip? Choose visa change by flight.
- Want to save money? Choose visa change by bus with our premium family service.
Every family's budget is different — tell us your child's nationality and current visa, and we'll suggest the best option.
Who must travel with the child?
A child under 18 cannot do the visa change alone. Someone must accompany them — usually any one parent is enough.
How to apply with EEC Travels
- Send your child's passport copy and current visa on WhatsApp +971 52 995 1878.
- We confirm which options fit your child's nationality.
- Choose flight, bus or extension based on your budget — we handle the rest through official sponsors.
FAQ
Can a child under 18 do a visa change by bus?
Yes, depending on nationality, if accompanied — usually one parent is enough.
Can a child do an A2A visa change by flight?
Yes, depending on nationality. It is the fastest and most hassle-free option for families.
Do both parents need to travel?
No. Usually any one parent accompanying the child is enough.
Is a birth certificate required for the visa change trip?
Normally no.
Can my child extend without leaving the UAE?
If on a 60-day tourist visa, normally yes — twice by 30 days. After that, the child must exit and apply for a new visa.
EEC Travels is a private travel agency that coordinates visa applications through official sponsors. Visa approval is decided only by UAE immigration authorities. Eligibility depends on nationality.