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United Arab Emirates Visa Policy Snapshot
United Arab Emirates entry rules at a glance. Open access options cover 270+ passport groups. Visa-free examples include Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Armenia, Australia. Visa on arrival examples include Bosnia And Herzegovina. Popular e-Visa passports include Afghanistan, Algeria, Angola, Antigua And Barbuda, Bangladesh.
Visa-free entry
No visa needed
Travel to United Arab Emirates without a visa for short visits. See supported passports.
+84 countries
Visa on arrival
Pay at the border
Obtain your visa on arrival in United Arab Emirates. Check eligible passports and notes.
+1 countries
Short-stay entry
Entry for brief visits
United Arab Emirates permits short-stay access for select passports. Duration varies by country.
+79 countries
e-Visa
Apply online
Apply digitally for United Arab Emirates before you travel. Review eligible passports.
+106 countries
Restricted entry
Extra checks
United Arab Emirates applies restrictions to some passports. Check requirements and exceptions.