Nationalities are Eligible For UAE Visa On Arrival

• Recently clicked passport-sized photograph,
• Passport with at least six months remaining in its validity,
• Valid health insurance
• Return ticket (proof of onward travel).

• 30 or 60-day valid single-entry visa
• 30 or 60-day valid multiple-entry visa
• 5-year valid multiple-entry long-term visa
• 48 or 96-hour transit visa
• eVisa for GCC nationals

• Golden visa: 5–10 years of validity.
• Green visa: Up to 5 years of validity.
• Employment visa: 2-3 years of validity.
• Investor visa: 3–10 years of validity:
• Student visa: Depends on the duration, of course.
• Retirement visa: 5 years of validity.
• Family visa: Depends on the sponsor's visa's validity.
• Domestic worker: 2 years of validity.

Visa-free visit for GCC nationals

The UAE, as a member of the GCC, permits GCC nationalities to enter the country without a visa. However, visitors are required to obtain an E-visa (online visa) before entering the Emirates. You can obtain this visa from the General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs (GDRFA) website. It is valid for 30 days from the date of issuance. Also, 30-day extension is possible. There are no fees associated with it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Indian nationals get a visa on arrival in the UAE?

An Indian national (residing in India) cannot get a visa on arrival in the UAE. However, the UAE government grants 14-day VOA for Indians with a USA-issued visit visa, USA's Green Card, UK's residence visa, and EU's residence visa. A visa on arrival in Dubai, UAE for Indians is possible only if the above-mentioned criteria are met. Otherwise, a prearranged UAE visa for Indians is the last resort.

How can you apply for a visa on arrival in the UAE?

The visa on arrival is completely different from the prearranged visa. You don't need to apply for this visa. All you need to do is arrive at any of the Emirates airports that grant on-arrival visas. Present all required documents at immigration. The authorities will grant you a visa then and there. You should stay updated and informed about the documents and other requirements to avoid complications when you land in the Emirates. The best solution is to ask about it at your home country's UAE embassy. They have the most up-to-date information. The UAE's GDRFA's official website can also be a good source of information.

What if the list of eligible countries for visa-on-arrival does not include my country?

The UAE allows all nationalities to enter with a tourist visa, whether it be a visa on arrival or prearranged. On-arrival visa applies to about 36% of the countries worldwide. Thus, nationalities from most of the remaining countries should opt for a prearranged visa. If your country isn't on the UAE's list of countries eligible for visas upon arrival, you cannot do anything about it. For visitation purposes, a prearranged visa is the best choice. It might be a daunting task, but it's the only way for a tourist.

How to apply for a prearranged visa in the UAE?

You can check your eligibility for a tourist visa on the GDRFA's website. The UAE embassy in your country is the most reliable source. Inquire there, and prepare all the documents and payment methods accordingly. Several airlines (Fly Dubai, Emirates, Air Arabia, and Etihad Airways), 3, 4, or 5-star hotels where you plan to stay, licensed travel agencies and tour operators, families and friends, and organizations and companies can apply for your visa on your behalf. The UAE government online visa website links you to one of these airlines or hotels, so opting for airlines can be a good decision.

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