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United Arab Emirates Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| EU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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To enter the United Arab Emirates, a passport valid for a minimum of six months from the date of entry is required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Nationals referred to in the chart above are issued visas free of charge on arrival. EU nationals are usually given a multiple-entry stamp valid for 90 days within a six-month period, except nationals of Ireland (Rep.) who can stay visa-free for 30 days. Nationals of Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and the USA are able to stay visa-free for 30 days.
Nationals not referred to in the chart are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements for the United Arab Emirates.
Israeli citizens are not permitted to travel to the UAE.
Visit visa on arrival (for eligible nationals only): free.
Short visit visa (for those not eligible for the visa on arrival). A sponsor (eg travel agency, hotel, company or individual) must apply for this on your behalf and you must collect it on arrival at the airport.
Multiple-entry visa: AED100 (application fee), AED500 (issuance fee) for 90 days.
Visit visa on arrival: 30 or 90 days.
Short visit visa: valid for two months before entering the UAE and for a stay of up to 30 days.
Long visit visa: valid for two months before entering the UAE and for a stay of up to 90 days.
Multiple-entry visa: valid for multiple stays of up to 14 days in a six-month period.
On arrival (if eligible), through a sponsor in the UAE, or at the embassy in your country.
If you require a pre-arranged visa and are flying to or via Dubai with Emirates, you can also apply for a visa online when booking your flight; more information is available from VFS Global (http://dubaivisa.net). Visas are available for 96 hours, 14 days, 30 days or 90 days and you must apply at least 10 working days before you travel to Dubai. You can also obtain 30- or 90-day multiple-entry visas. This option is only available to Emirates passengers.
Unless you are a UAE national, residency is temporary and usually valid for three years.
Allow between three and five days for visa processing when arranged through a sponsor. However, allowances should be made for possible delays in approval procedure. It is strongly advised to apply well in advance of your departure date.
Some nationals may require proof that they have sufficient funds in their bank account to travel to the UAE. Check with the UAE Embassy in your home country for details.
A passport valid for six months, and a visa if you require one. Though it is often not enforced, it is recommended you have a valid return air ticket, a confirmed hotel booking, and at least US$1,000 in your bank account.
Certain nationalities can extend their 30-day visa for an additional period of 30 days. Visit the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigner Affairs website for further details (http://dnrd.ae/en). Alternatively extend a 30-day tourist visa on arrival by driving across the land borders to Oman. Overstaying your visa may result in a fine.
Embassies and tourist offices
British Embassy in Abu Dhabi
Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the UK
British Embassy in Dubai
Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the USA
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