United Arab Emirates Visa on arrival (visa-free entry): Requirements, Fees, Documents & Application Guide

Visa on Arrival

United Arab Emirates

Assistance Fee

S$ 65 .00

S$100 35% OFF

+ Government fee (paid to authorities)

Visa on arrival: AED 100 · e-Visa: from AED 250-350 · Tourist Visa: from AED 650

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United Arab Emirates Visa on arrival (visa-free entry) at a glance

Government visa fee: AED 100 (approx), extendable
HolidaySG service fee: S$65.00
Processing time: On arrival
Maximum stay: 14 days
Visa required?: Indian passport holders holding a valid US visa, UK/EU/Schengen residence or visa, or a UAE-linked eligible entry document
Arrival card: None

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Do you need a visa to United Arab Emirates?

Travellers from 90 days: EU states, UK*, Russia, South Korea, Brazil, Argentina, Switzerland, Norway etc. 30 days: Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Canada, China, Japan, NZ, USA*, Hong Kong and others. GCC citizens free. From 25 Jun 2026: Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Kenya, South Africa conditionally (ordinary passport + valid US/EU/UK/SG/JP/KR/AU/NZ/CA residence). Indian nationals with valid US/UK/EU visa or residence: 14-day visa on arrival. can generally enter United Arab Emirates without a visa. Indian passport holders holding a valid US visa, UK/EU/Schengen residence or visa, or a UAE-linked eligible entry document

Who does NOT need a visa

Passport holders from 90 days: EU states, UK*, Russia, South Korea, Brazil, Argentina, Switzerland, Norway etc. 30 days: Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Canada, China, Japan, NZ, USA*, Hong Kong and others. GCC citizens free. From 25 Jun 2026: Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Kenya, South Africa conditionally (ordinary passport + valid US/EU/UK/SG/JP/KR/AU/NZ/CA residence). Indian nationals with valid US/UK/EU visa or residence: 14-day visa on arrival. do not require a visa for United Arab Emirates for eligible short visits. Always confirm your passport type and length of stay against the official source before travelling.

Reviewed against official government sources (UAE ICP (Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Ports Security)) · Last verified 19 Aug 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

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Official United Arab Emirates visa options

Verified from government sources · 19 Aug 2026

Online application available — Indians MUST get a UAE e-visa online before flying (via ICP/GDRFA or an airline/hotel sponsor) UNLESS they hold a valid US/UK/EU/Canada/Australia visa or residence, which grants a 14-day visa on arrival. Singapore passport holders get 90 days visa-free — no e-visa needed.

Visa on arrival: Yes Online application: Yes

Visa on arrival (visa-free entry)

Official fee: AED 100 (approx), extendable

Validity: Issued at UAE airport on arrival
Max stay: 14 days
Time to verify: At immigration counter
Time to approval: On arrival
Processing time: On arrival
Where to apply: https://icp.gov.ae

Who needs it: Indian passport holders holding a valid US visa, UK/EU/Schengen residence or visa, or a UAE-linked eligible entry document

Visa-free: 90 days: EU states, UK*, Russia, South Korea, Brazil, Argentina, Switzerland, Norway etc. 30 days: Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Canada, China, Japan, NZ, USA*, Hong Kong and others. GCC citizens free. From 25 Jun 2026: Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Kenya, South Africa conditionally (ordinary passport + valid US/EU/UK/SG/JP/KR/AU/NZ/CA residence). Indian nationals with valid US/UK/EU visa or residence: 14-day visa on arrival.

Required documents

Indian passport valid 6+ months
Valid US visa / UK-EU residence or visa (min 6 months validity)
Return ticket

Arrival card: None

Extra charges: Extension fee if extended for a further 14 days

Verify eligibility on ICP (icp.gov.ae) — lists change often.

Source: UAE ICP (Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Ports Security) · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Tourist visa (30 / 60 / 90 days)

Official fee: From AED 250-350 (varies by sponsor/channel)

Validity: 60 days from issue to enter
Max stay: 30 days
Time to approval: Typically 2-5 working days
Processing time: Typically 2-5 working days
Where to apply: https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae

Who needs it: Indian passport holders (and other nationals requiring pre-entry visa); applied via ICP smart services, GDRFA (Dubai), airlines or hotels as sponsor

Required documents

Passport valid 6+ months with bio-data page
Passport-size colour photo
Confirmed return air ticket
Hotel booking / proof of accommodation

Arrival card: None

Extra charges: Service/processing fees vary by channel; optional express processing

Overstay fines apply per day. Applications go through licensed sponsors, not directly.

Source: UAE ICP / GDRFA · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Tourist Visa (60 days, single/multiple entry)

Official fee: From AED 650 (single) / higher for multiple entry

Validity: 60 days to enter from issue
Max stay: 60 days
Time to approval: 2-5 working days
Processing time: 2-5 working days
Where to apply: https://icp.gov.ae

Who needs it: Indian and other visa-required passport holders wanting a longer stay

Required documents

Passport valid 6+ months
Photo
Return ticket
Accommodation proof

Extra charges: Channel service fees; extension possible in-country

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

HolidaySG assistance fee: S$65 ~~S$100~~ per applicant — official government fees above are separate. Apply now

Indian passport holders holding a valid US visa, UK/EU/Schengen residence or visa, or a UAE-linked eligible entry document

United Arab Emirates visa requirements by nationality

Top 29 passports

Passport	Requirement	Max stay	Need help?
🇸🇬Singapore	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇲🇾Malaysia	Visa-free (up to 30 days)	30 days	No visa needed
🇮🇳India	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇮🇩Indonesia	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇵🇭Philippines	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇨🇳China	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇻🇳Vietnam	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇹🇭Thailand	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇯🇵Japan	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇰🇷South Korea	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇦🇺Australia	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇬🇧United Kingdom	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇺🇸United States	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇨🇦Canada	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇩🇪Germany	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇫🇷France	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇵🇰Pakistan	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇧🇩Bangladesh	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇱🇰Sri Lanka	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇭🇰Hong Kong	Visa-free (up to 30 days)	30 days	No visa needed
🇹🇼Taiwan	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇳🇿New Zealand	Visa-free (up to 30 days)	30 days	No visa needed
🇸🇦Saudi Arabia	Visa-free	—	No visa needed
🇧🇷Brazil	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇷🇺Russia	Visa-free (up to 90 days)	90 days	No visa needed
🇿🇦South Africa	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇳🇬Nigeria	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇪🇬Egypt	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65
🇲🇲Myanmar	e-Visa required	—	Apply with HolidaySG · S$65

General travel information from the Passport Index dataset; rules can depend on passport type, residence and purpose. Not your nationality? Use the checker or confirm with the official source above.

United Arab Emirates visa — frequently asked questions

No visa is needed — Singaporeans can enter United Arab Emirates visa-free for up to 90 days.

Yes — Indians need an e-Visa for United Arab Emirates, applied for online before departure. HolidaySG can handle the application for a flat S$65 assistance fee.

No visa is needed — Malaysians can enter United Arab Emirates visa-free for up to 30 days.

Yes — Filipinos need an e-Visa for United Arab Emirates, applied for online before departure. HolidaySG can handle the application for a flat S$65 assistance fee.

No visa is needed — Chinese nationals can enter United Arab Emirates visa-free for up to 90 days.

The official government fee for the Visa on arrival (visa-free entry) is AED 100 (approx), extendable. HolidaySG's assistance fee is a separate flat S$65 per applicant (usually S$100).

Visa on arrival (visa-free entry): On arrival. Apply well before your travel date; we track your application until the outcome.

Typically: Indian passport valid 6+ months; Valid US visa / UK-EU residence or visa (min 6 months validity); Return ticket. Exact requirements depend on your nationality — we send a personalised checklist.

Yes. Indians need a pre-arranged e-visa/entry permit unless they hold a valid US visa or UK/EU/Canada/Australia visa or residence, which qualifies them for a 14-day visa on arrival.

The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) Smart Services at smartservices.icp.gov.ae, or GDRFA (smart.gdrfad.gov.ae) for Dubai. Airlines and hotels can also sponsor the visa.

Usually 2-5 working days; express options can be faster through some channels.

Yes, 30- and 60-day tourist visas can typically be extended in-country for a fee without exiting.

No. Singapore citizens enjoy visa-free entry for up to 90 days under the UAE-Singapore agreement.

At least six months from the date of travel.

Government/service fees are generally non-refundable once the application is processed.

A valid US visa, or a UK/EU/Schengen residence permit or visa (with sufficient validity), lets Indians get a 14-day visa on arrival.

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We review your documents and send a personalised checklist.
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Important: HolidaySG provides application assistance and document support. Visa approval is determined solely by the relevant authorities. We cannot guarantee approval or a specific visa validity period.