Housing

Rooms in various hotels In Dubai are being held for SIU Congress participants at special rates. Make sure to book your hotel early in order to ensure accommodations according to your preferences. MCI Middle East has been appointed as our official hotel accommodations supplier. No other entities are authorized to sell housing on our behalf. 

The deadline to secure the rooms at the confirmed rates is September 30, 2021. After September 30, 2021, rates and availability are subject to change. 

For any questions or inquiries: 

SIU Congress Services

1155 Boul. Robert-Bourassa, Suite 1012
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
H3B 3A7
Tel: +1 514 875 5665
Fax: +1 514 875 0205

*Important Information*

COVID‑19

Passengers arriving in Dubai from the certain countries will be required to take another COVID‑19 PCR test on arrival at Dubai International airport. The list of these countries are updated regularly.  Requirements regarding onsite testing should be reviewed prior to travel to ensure adequate time (at least 48 hours) is given from arrival to allow for the return of any test results. 

Attendees requiring PCR testing upon arrival will be required to quarantine at their hotel while they wait for their test results. Should an attendee be scheduled to arrive prior to their hotel check-in time (standard check-in is typically between 1400-1600), it is recommended that the guestroom be booked starting from the previous night to ensure access to immediate check-in.

Please review the guidelines and lists regularly for updates.

VISAS

Registered delegates to the SIU Congress who will require pre-arranged visa may apply for the UAE visa through MCI UAE. MCI UAE will assist in visa application processing for those who are not eligible for on-arrival visas through its housing bureau. Applicants must also book their accommodations through the bureau in order to be eligible for visa processing assistance. Fees for visa applications range from USD 160 to USD 200. The following documents will be required:

• Clear, full-colour copy of the information page of Passport (should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months)
  • For Indian nationals, the last page with unified number is also required 
• Clear colored passport size photo (white background)
• Completed Visa application form, if required 

Important to note:

• Visa applications are the speakers’ responsibility. Your application received for the speaker permit does not replace your visa application. Click here to check if you require a visa.
• All relevant visa documents are required to be sent to MCI a minimum of 4 weeks in advance to ensure a smooth processing of the visa application
• Visa fees are payable in full and in advance. If rejected by immigration authorities, the amount paid is non-refundable
• All visas are valid for arrival and departure at Dubai or Abu Dhabi airports and is valid for 14 days from the date of entry
• An eye scan or a facial recognition will be taken at the Immigration desk in the airport
• Only standard passports can be used for visa applications (i.e. no Diplomatic Passports)