Dubai has unveiled plans to simplify medical visa procedures for international patients as part of a new strategy to strengthen its position as a global health tourism hub. The initiative, led by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), will streamline visa approvals and improve the patient journey from application through treatment and recovery. The move is expected to boost international patient arrivals and healthcare tourism.
Janice Alyosius is a travel and MICE journalist focusing on business travel, destination marketing, aviation and industry policy. She leads editorial content at MICEtalk and also writes for TravTalk, covering global trends, trade developments and key industry conversations. With regular reporting from tourism forums, conventions and on-ground industry events, her work blends news-led analysis with strong industry voices, offering clear context and relevance for travel trade professionals and decision-makers.