Planning to host family or friends in Dubai? If they travel to the emirate, you can access offers for hotel stays, dining, and attractions worth over AED 3,000.

The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) announced on Tuesday the launch of the "A Dubai Invite" initiative, which will run from July 20 to October 31, 2026.

Under this scheme, residents who successfully refer family or friends whose travel is confirmed can benefit from a range of rewards, including hotel stays, restaurant discounts, and experiences at various city attractions.

🟢 How can residents benefit from "A Dubai Invite"?

To participate in the scheme, residents must refer family or friends planning to travel to Dubai through the online program form.

The form requires traveler details and their expected arrival date. Individuals can refer as many travelers as they wish, but only five referrals can be registered at a time.

Once the referred individual arrives in Dubai between July 20 and October 31, 2026, their entry will be automatically verified. The referring resident will then receive an email containing the benefits package and instructions on how to use the offers.

These benefits include hotel stays, dining discounts, and attraction experiences, and will be valid until December 31, 2026, unless another date is specified in the terms of each offer.

The program is available to UAE citizens and residents who hold a valid Emirates ID.

Visitors must be non-residents of the UAE and enter Dubai on a valid tourist or visit visa during the initiative period. Flight tickets, visas, accommodation, and travel expenses are the responsibility of the guests.

🟢 Hotel and Restaurant Offers

The benefits package includes offers from several Dubai hotels and attractions. Participating hotels, attractions, and offers are subject to availability and may change during the campaign.

🟢 45% discount at Melia Desert Palm

Guests can enjoy a 45% discount on room, suite, and villa bookings at Melia Desert Palm.

They will also receive AED 100 in spa credit per person and AED 100 in food and beverage credit per stay.

🟢 35% discount at ME Dubai by Meliá

Guests at ME Dubai by Meliá receive a 35% discount on the best available rate and a complimentary room upgrade. Children under 12 stay for free.

Additionally, a 35% discount is offered for the all-day dining restaurant, in-room dining, spa, and laundry services.

🟢 Full room cost back at Mina Seyahi hotels

Guests who book a stay at one of the following hotels:
🔸 Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark,
🔸 W Dubai - Mina Seyahi
🔸 The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi

will receive credit equivalent to the room cost paid.

This credit can be spent during the stay at a selection of premium restaurants and spa services.

🟢 One free night at selected IHG hotels

Guests at participating IHG Group hotels can pay for two nights and stay the third night for free.

The hotel group also offers up to 30% discount at selected restaurants.

🟢 Who can participate in "A Dubai Invite"?

The program is available to UAE citizens and residents who are at least 18 years old and hold a valid Emirates ID.

Referred individuals must be non-residents of the UAE, traveling on a tourist visa, or eligible for visa-on-arrival. Visa arrangements are the responsibility of the travelers.

To qualify for benefits, guests must arrive in Dubai via air, sea, or land between July 20 and October 31, 2026.

Residents can refer multiple visitors, but each individual will receive a maximum of three reward packages.

🟢 Travel Verification Process

After the referred guest arrives in Dubai, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) verifies their travel through authorized government systems.

Upon successful verification, eligible residents will receive an email with details of the benefits package and how to redeem the offers.

🟢 What Residents Need to Know

Registration for the scheme continues until September 30, 2026, but referred guests can enter Dubai until October 31, 2026, and still be eligible.

The scheme does not cover flight costs, visas, or visitor accommodation; guests must pay all their own travel expenses.

Benefits are only issued after DET confirms the referred guest meets the requirements and entered Dubai during the campaign period.

The initiative is designed to encourage Dubai residents to share the experience of the city with family and friends and provide more incentives for visitors to explore the emirate's attractions.