Eating Indian food in Dubai is one thing, but getting it straight from the source is a whole new experience in itself. And if you happen to be a UAE citizen reading this, then you’re in luck! Citizens from UAE are now eligible to get visa-on-arrival in India! This may sound like no big deal, but the UAE now marks only the 3rd country in the world that can claim a visa-on-arrival. So, if you want to know how you can explore incredible India without the hassle of all the paperwork, then just keep reading.

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How It Works

You can now get a visa-on-arrival at 6 major airports across India, including Bengaluru, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. This visa allows you to stay for up to 60 days with the option of double entry. This means no more lengthy visa application processes – just land and start exploring! India has also expanded its e-visa program, which is now available to nationals from 167 countries. The e-visa lets you enter India through 30 international airports and six major seaports, making global travel even smoother.

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Who Can Get Visa-On-Arrival In India?

Currently, the visa-on-arrival option is only available to citizens of the UAE, Japan, and South Korea. But if you’re a UAE resident, the e-visa remains a fantastic and easy option. However, one condition for UAE citizens to be fully eligible for the Visa-On-Arrival is if they have already once obtained an e-visa or paper/regular visa for India. Citizens can easily get their Indian e-visa but visiting this website and following the necessary steps.

So, are you ready to explore India faster than ever before?

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