GCC citizens do not need a visa to enter the UAE. Some of the other nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival while others need to apply for a visa in advance. Find out if you need a visa to enter the UAE.
Related eServices
- Aِpply for an entry perimit to the UAE - ICP
- Apply for eVisa from GCC countries - General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs, Dubai
- Visa services of Etihad Airways - Etihad Airways
- Visa services offered by Emirates Airline - Emirates Airline
- Visa services of Fly Dubai - Fly Dubai
- Visa services of Air Arabia - Air Arabia
- Apply for a visa - Abu Dhabi Residents Office.
Visa-free entry
Citizens of GCC countries do not require a visa or permit or to be sponsored by a national or resident in the UAE. They need to produce their GCC country passport or national ID card at the point of entry into the UAE.
Visa on arrival
30-day visa on arrival Citizens of these countries do not require advance visa arrangements to enter the UAE and can obtain a visa upon arrival for 30 days with a 10-day grace period for extension. 90-day visa on arrival Citizens of these countries do not require advance visa arrangements to enter the UAE and can obtain a visa upon arrival for 90 days: Indian citizens Indian citizens holding a normal passport and either
- a visit visa issued by the USA or
- a green card issued by the USA or
- a residence visa issued by the UK or
- a residence visa issued by the EU
can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 14 days provided that the visas or the green card is valid for at least six months from the date of arrival into the UAE. Read about the UAE visa requirements for non-US citizens. Note: Passports must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into the UAE. Lists of countries eligible for visa on arrival may vary from time to time; therefore, please check with the UAE embassy in your country before travelling to the UAE. For more information, please contact:
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Official sources: UAE Government Portal · ICP – Identity & Citizenship