Hello guys,

Greetings to everybody here, this is my first thread in flyertalk. I want to ask about Dubai Connect service.

So, the three of us are going to fly Emirates from Jakarta to New York via Dubai, with a 16-hours connection in Dubai. I booked and paid the flight through Orbitz.

a) I want to ask whether I am eligible for Dubai Connect (which will give me free hotel and visa)? The reason I'm asking is because I personally choose the 16-hours connection, while there is a shorter connection (due to lower price).

b) If I am eligible for Dubai Connect, should I (as an Indonesian passport holder) request for Visa from here in Indonesia, or the visa will granted upon arrival in Dubai Airport? Do i need to pay the visa fee, or is it covered by the Dubai Connect program?

Thank you for your kind help in answering my questions.

Regards,


Teddy