Visa on Arrival

  • Who qualifies
    • Indian passport holders who have a valid visa, residence permit, or Green Card from any of these countries:
      • USA (visa or Green Card)
      • UK (visa or residence permit)
      • EU/Schengen visas or permits
      • Australia
      • Canada
      • Japan
      • New Zealand
      • Singapore
      • South Korea
  • Document Requirements
    • Passport must be valid for at least 6 months at time of entry.
    • Your qualifying third-country visa/residence permit/Green Card (valid)
    • Return/ onward ticket
    • Travel Insurance
  • Processing time: At the Dubai airport (point of arrival)
  • Where to apply: You can obtain the visa at UAE airports and major entry points on arrival — no prior application required.
  • Visa duration & fees: 14-day visa approx ?2,200
  • Important Note
    • Your third-country visa/permit must still be valid on arrival — expired or short-validity visas/permits may be rejected.
    • Keep Printed copies

Standard UAE Visa/ Tourist Visa/ Visist Visa

  • Who qualifies: If you don’t hold a qualifying third-country visa/permanent residence, then standard UAE Visa has to be applied.
  • Document Requirements
    • Completed application form
    • Passport with at least 6 months validity
    • Recent passport-size photo (White Background)
    • Confirmed flight tickets (Onward and Return)
    • Hotel booking or host letter
    • Proof of funds (bank statements for last 3 months)
    • Travel insurance
  • Processing time: 4–8 business days
  • Where to apply: Apply online via UAE airline partners (e.g., Emirates, Etihad, FlyDubai) or through a UAE-licensed travel agent.
  • Visa duration & fees: 14-day: Approx ?7500
  • Important Note
    • Have proof of return/onward travel and accommodation details ready at immigration
    • Keep Printed copies

Visa Rejection Reasons

Common Reasons for Rejection:
  • Insufficient financial proof.
  • Lack of strong ties to home country.
  • Incomplete or false documentation.
  • Suspicious travel history or security concerns.