flydubai and DNRD introduce first mobile and email entry visa service to Dubai

Dubai, May 13, 2010 (WAM) - flydubai, Dubai's first low cost airline, and the Dubai Naturalisation and Residency Department (DNRD) have announced a partnership to activate a quick, easy and hassle-free service which allows travellers to collect their visas by email or mobile phone.
The new service will remove much of the hassle from the visa process, and flydubai will be the launch customer for a trial period of three months. The airline will offer M-visa at no additional charge to passengers. The trial will start on May 19th.
Major General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, DNRD's Director General said: "The launch of our electronic visa service with flydubai highlights our commitment to making the visa process as easy as possible for the public. This new development is in line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, in enabling DNRD to carry out its mission to serve the community and the public.
When applying for entry permits, either by visiting DNRD offices or using online applications at www.dnrd.ae customers will receive a secure entry visa with DNRD e-logo and e-signature delivered via SMS and email.