Travel agents are advising visit visa holders traveling from India to the UAE to book their return tickets with the same airline. This recommendation follows reports from airlines about passengers being denied boarding due to different airlines for onward and return journeys.
Importance of Compliance
Travel agents emphasize the need to book both legs of the journey on the same airline to avoid boarding issues. Stricter checks at UAE airports have led to passengers being sent back for non-compliance with ticketing and proof of funds requirements.
Travel Agents’ Experience
Agents like Taha Siddique and Noushad Hassan have seen clients face issues due to non-compliance. They recommend following advisories to avoid complications. Libin Varghese confirms that using the same airline for return tickets helps prevent boarding issues.
UAE entry requirements include carrying funds equivalent to Dh3,000, proof of accommodation, and a confirmed return ticket. Failure to meet these can result in denied entry and repatriation at the airline’s expense. Bharath Aidasani highlights the losses airlines incur from such incidents.
With summer approaching, travel from India to the UAE is surging. Flights are full, and airfares have increased. Agents urge passengers to ensure compliance with all advisories and necessary documents for hassle-free travel. Mir Waseem Raja advises double-checking documentation and ticket bookings to avoid issues.
