Visa Free Travel- 82 Countries Can Enter UAE Without Prior Visa

Visa Free Travel to UAE- No Prior Visa Required

Visiting the UAE has become simpler for people from 82 different countries around the world. They can now enter the UAE without needing to apply for a visa beforehand.

When these visitors arrive, they have two options for visas: one allows them to stay for 30 days, and they can extend it for 10 more days if needed. The other option lets them stay for 90 days.

For citizens of countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), like Saudi Arabia, they can just use their passport or ID card to enter the UAE. They don’t need to worry about getting a visa or a sponsor.

If you’re from India and you have a regular passport, you can get a 14-day visa when you arrive in the UAE. And if you want to stay longer, you can ask for a 14-day extension. Just remember, your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from when you arrive, and you should also have a visit visa or residency card from the US, UK, or an EU country.

If you don’t belong to any of these categories, and you’re not from the 82 visa-free countries, you’ll need something called an entry permit. This is given by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs, and it depends on why you’re coming to the UAE.

Here is the list of countries whose citizens can enter the UAE without prior visa, according to the latest information from the MOFA:

• Albania
• Andorra
• Argentina
• Austria
• Australia
• Azerbaijan
• Bahrain
• Barbados
• Brazil
• Belarus
• Belgium
• Brunei
• Bulgaria
• Canada
• Chile
• China
• Colombia
• Costa Rica
• Croatia
• Cyprus
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• El Salvador
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Georgia
• Germany
• Greece
• Honduras
• Hungary
• Hong Kong
• Special Administrative Region of China
• Iceland
• Israel
• Italy
• Japan
• Kazakhstan
• Kiribati
• Kuwait
• Latvia
• Liechtenstein
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Malaysia
• Maldives
• Malta
• Mauritius
• Mexico
• Monaco
• Montenegro
• Nauru
• New Zealand
• Norway
• Oman
• Paraguay
• Peru
• Poland
• Portugal
• Qatar
• Republic of Ireland
• Romania
• Russia
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
• San Marino
• Saudi Arabia
• Seychelles
• Serbia
• Singapore
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Solomon Islands
• South Korea
• Spain
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• The Bahamas
• The Netherlands
• UK
• US
• Ukraine
• Uruguay
• Vatican

These are the countries whose citizens are allowed to visit the UAE without prior visa. If you’re from one of these countries, you can travel to the UAE for tourism or business without the need for a visa beforehand.

However, there are still about 115 countries whose citizens need to get a visa before they travel to the UAE. If you’re from one of these countries, you have to apply for a visa before your trip. You can also find the list of these countries and more details about visas on the same ministry website.

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So, if you’re planning to visit the UAE, make sure to check if you need a visa or not. You can find all the information you need on the official websites mentioned in the article. And if you’re not sure, you can always ask your airline for help.

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14-Day Visa on Arrival for Indian Citizens

Indian citizens with a regular passport can get a 14-day visa on arrival in the UAE if they have:

• A visit visa from the US, or
• A green card from the US, or
• A residence visa from the UK, or
• A residence visa from the EU,

These visas or green cards should be valid for at least six months from the UAE entry date. Your passport should also be valid for at least six months from your UAE entry date.

Indian citizens eligible for the visa on arrival can choose to apply online in advance to avoid the queue at the airport. The UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security (ICP) offers this service through their online portal (smartservices.icp.gov.ae).

Steps:

1. Visit smartservices.icp.gov.ae and select ‘Public Visa Services.’
2. Look for ‘Issue Entry Permit For Holders Of Special Visas’ and start the service.

3. Fill your application with details like name, birthdate, passport info, etc.

4. Provide your UAE address (hotel or residential).

5. Enter your ‘special visa information’ like visa type, issue, and expiry dates.

6. Upload your passport and visa copies.

Extension of 14 day visa :

The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs states that this 14-day visa can be extended for another 14 days. In Dubai, apply through the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFAD). In other emirates, use the ICP.

You can also visit a registered typing center or Amer center.

Costs:

• Visa issuance fee: Dh100
• E-Services fee: Dh28
• ICP fees: Dh22
• Smart services fee: Dh100

Both the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship have official websites with comprehensive visa information. These sources are reliable for staying up-to-date with visa-related matters.

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How to Check Visa Requirements for Your Country

If you want to know whether you need a visa to enter the United Arab Emirates (UAE) or if you can enter without one, follow these simple steps:

1. Visit this website: Go to https://www.mofa.gov.ae/en/visa-exemptions-for-non-citizen.
2. Enter your country: Scroll down on the page and type the name of your country in the search box, or you can click on your country on the map.
3. Check the result: The website will tell you if you can enter the UAE without a visa (visa-free) or if you need a visa.

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What can I do if I don’t qualify for visa-free entry to the UAE?

If you can’t get a visa when you arrive, you can apply for a tourist visa. You can do this through a travel agency or the airline you’re using to go to the UAE. Another option is to have a UAE resident sponsor your tourist visa. Tourist visas can be as short as two days (ideal for stopovers) or as long as five years for multiple visits.

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How to Find Your Visa Options:

To find out what visa options you have, visit these websites based on your nationality and where you live:

• Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP)
• General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai)
• Visit Dubai
• Visit Abu Dhabi

These websites will provide you with all the information you need about visas for the UAE.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Visa Free Travel to UAE