Dubai and the UAE have become one of the hottest destinations for tourists from all over the world. With so much to offer, from stunning beaches to towering skyscrapers, it’s no surprise that millions of people flock to this region every year. And now, with the ease of visa regulations and visa on arrival, it’s never been easier to plan your trip to this magnificent country!
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30 Day Visa On Arrival To The UAE
For passport holders of nearly 20 countries, a 30-day visa on arrival is granted free of charge. This includes countries such as Australia, Canada, China, Japan, the UK, and the USA, just to name a few. Here is the full list of 20 countries that can apply for visa on Arrival to the UAE:
- Andorra
- Australia
- Brunei
- Canada
- China
- Hong Kong (China)
- Japan
- Kazakhstan
- Macau (China)
- Malaysia
- Mauritius
- Monaco
- New Zealand
- Ireland
- San Marino
- Singapore
- Ukraine
- UK and Northern Ireland
- USA
- Vatican City
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90 Day Visa On Arrival To The UAE
For those looking to stay a bit longer, nationals of 54 countries or territories are granted a 90-day multiple entry visit visa, with a validity of six months from the date of issue. Below is the full list:
- Argentina
- Austria
- Bahamas Islands
- Barbados
- Belgium
- Brazil
- Bulgaria
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- El Salvador
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Honduras
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Israel
- Italy
- Kiribati
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Maldives
- Malta
- Montenegro
- Nauru
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- San Marino
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Uruguay
180 Day Visa On Arrival To The UAE
But that’s not all – travellers holding a Mexican passport are eligible for a multiple entry 180-day visit visa, valid for a stay of 180 days in total.
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UAE Visit Visa For Indian Nationals
For Indian nationals holding a visit visa or green card issued by the USA, which is valid for a minimum of six months, or holding a UK or EU residence, a visa on arrival can be obtained for a maximum stay of 14 days, with the option to extend for another 14 days for a fee.
It’s important to note that nationals of other countries from Asia and Africa are required to have a UAE visa prior to their departure. However, with the streamlined process for visa applications and the various options available, it’s never been easier to plan your dream trip to Dubai and the UAE.
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So what are you waiting for? Start planning your adventure and immerse yourself in the beauty and excitement that the UAE has to offer. With such easy access to visas and a plethora of attractions, it’s no wonder why Dubai is quickly becoming the world’s top tourist destination.
What Happens If I Overstay My Visa?
Much like any other country, if you overstay your visit visa, the UAE government will fine you. Get all the details you need here – UAE Implements New Visa Overstay Fines For Tourists & Residency Visa Holders
