Host wants passport copies

[Joe4431]

I am travelling to Dubai, and host requires passport copies of all guests to upload to government portal of tourism. Is that true?

[Helen3]

Lots of countries have a legal requirement to provide photo ID for any foreign guests @Joe4431 

You can check whether Dubai is one of them on your  government embassy website .

[Patricia2526 · Accepted solution]

Hi @Joe4431 

Yes, all accommodation providers (including hotels, serviced apartments, and licensed holiday homes/home stays) are legally required to collect a copy of each guest’s passport or Emirates ID at check-in. 

The Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) requires hosts to register all guests through their online system.

[Emilie]

Hi @Joe4431, 

Are you travelling for holidays or work?

The information Helen and Patricia hopefully clarified this matter for you, however if you need any more help ahead of your trip please give us a shout 🙂

Thanks, 

Emilie

[Joe4431]

Hello Emilie, we are going for a holiday.

[Emilie]

Wishing you a wonderful time there, @Joe4431! Are you all set then, regarding your passport copies? Or is there anything else we could help you with still?