Visa Requirements for Entering the United Arab Emirates
Electronic visitor visa
Mandatory
Electronic visitor visa
To visit the United Arab Emirates for Tourism, you require a visa.
An eVisa is the fastest and easiest way of obtaining a United Arab Emirates visa, as you can submit an application and supporting documents online. If approved, you'll receive your eVisa confirmation electronically. When you arrive in the United Arab Emirates, the border crossing will ask for your passport and eVisa to ensure you have the proper visas.
For all other visas, visit the government site.
If you hold a US visitor visa, a US permanent residence card, a UK residence visa, or an EU residence visa valid for at least six months, you can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 14 days.
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Visa on arrival
Mandatory
Visa on arrival
Travelers need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates for Business or Tourism.
Travelers can get a free-of-charge visa on arrival in United Arab Emirates at the port of entry, such as an international airport or border crossing.
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Electronic visitor visa
Mandatory
Electronic visitor visa
Travelers need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates for Business or Tourism.
A United Arab Emirates eVisa is the fastest and easiest way of obtaining a visa for United Arab Emirates because travelers can submit their application and supporting documents online. Once the application is approved, travelers receive their eVisa confirmation electronically.
A valid visa is required to board the flight. If the visa is expired or doesn’t match the traveler’s passport information, travelers will not be able to board their flight.
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Visa is not required
Not Required
Visa is not required
Travelers don’t need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates for Business or Tourism.
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