ABOUT DUBAI
Once a small fishing village in the Arabian Gulf, Dubai shares the spotlight with some of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. One of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates, the city is home to more than 200 nationalities and offers an unforgettable experience to all visitors. Whether it is by the banks of the Creek, or at the top of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, Dubai lives and breathes a sense of possibility and innovation. And with an unparalleled coastline, beautiful desert and magnificent cityscapes, memories are just waiting to be made here.
Visa Information
Before traveling to the UAE, ensure you meet the necessary visa requirements. Check whether you need a visa and confirm that it is valid, along with any passport validity requirements.
COUNTRIES THAT DO NOT REQUIRE A VISA
Citizens of the GCC nations - Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.
*GCC residents (not holding GCC nationalities) require visa prior to arrival.
UAE VISA ON ARRIVAL (30-DAY VISIT ELIGIBILITY)
If you are a passport holder of the below country or territory, no advance visa arrangements are required to visit the UAE. Simply disembark your flight at Dubai International and proceed to immigration, where your passport will be stamped with a 30‑day visit visa free of charge.
UAE VISA ON ARRIVAL (90-DAY VISIT ELIGIBILITY)
If you are a passport holder of one of the below countries or territories, your passport will be stamped with a multiple entry 90‑day visit visa that's valid for 6 months from the date of issue, and for a stay of 90 days in total. Citizens of the below European countries are also entitled to apply for a pre‑arranged visit visa if their 90‑day visa on arrival has been fully utilized.
Please refer to https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/ for more information on eligible countries and how to apply.
Documents Required
Colored Passport Copy
The passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
Passport Size Photo
Colored, clear photo of yourself
Invitation Letter
Available upon request
(not required)
Additional documents may be required for some nationalities for clearance such as Iraqi, Yemeni, Syrian, Nigerian, Sudanese, Palestinian nationalities. Please refer to https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/ to view the complete list and apply for your visa.
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