UAE Announces Visa on Arrival for 87 Countries. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a noteworthy amendment to its visa exemption policy, now granting citizens from 87 countries the opportunity to enter the UAE without a pre-entry visa, as reported by Gulf News.
Those seeking comprehensive information regarding this exemption and visa prerequisites are encouraged to visit the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or contact the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Ports Security, and Customs (ICP) for additional clarification.
UAE updates visa on arrival list for citizens of 87 countries
Indeed, citizens of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member countries benefit from visa exemptions or sponsorship requirements when traveling to the UAE. They can simply present a passport issued by a GCC state or an identity card upon arrival at UAE ports of entry.
Eligible individuals can obtain a standard entry visa valid for 30 days upon arrival, with an additional grace period of 10 days if needed. Furthermore, citizens from specific countries also have the opportunity to acquire a visa upon arrival for an extended duration of 90 days.
UAE offers visa on arrival for citizens of 87
Indeed, citizens of India meeting certain criteria can avail themselves of a visa on arrival in the UAE. This includes those holding ordinary passports, a valid visit visa, or a permanent resident card issued by the USA. Additionally, individuals with a residence visa in the UK and European Union countries, valid for at least six months, are also eligible.
Exactly, individuals who do not qualify for visa exemption and need to visit the UAE must obtain an entry permit from a sponsor before their arrival. The type of entry permit required depends on the purpose of the visit, and it is issued by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs. This process ensures that visitors have the necessary documentation and permissions before entering the country.
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Here are all the 87 countries.
Albania | Andorra |
Argentina | Austria |
Australia | Azerbaijan |
Bahrain | Barbados |
Brazil | Belarus |
Belgium | Brunei |
Bulgaria | Canada |
Chile | China |
Colombia | Costa Rica |
Croatia | Cyprus |
Czech Republic | Denmark |
El Salvador | Estonia |
Finland | France |
Georgia | Germany |
Honduras | Hungary |
Hong Kong | Special Administrative Region of China |
Iceland | Israel |
Italy | Japan |
Kazakhstan | Kiribati |
Kuwait | Latvia |
Liechtenstein | Lithuania |
Luxembourg | Malaysia |
Maldives | Malta |
Mauritius | Mexico |
Monaco | Montenegro |
Nauru | New Zealand |
Norway | Oman |
Paraguay | Peru |
Poland | Portugal |
Qatar | Republic of Ireland |
Romania | Russia |
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | San Marino |
Saudi Arabia | Seychelles |
Serbia | Singapore |
Slovakia | Slovenia |
Solomon Islands | South Korea |
Spain | Sweden |
Switzerland | The Bahamas |
The Netherlands | UK |
US | Ukraine |
Uruguay | Vatican |
Hellenic | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
Armenia | Fiji |
Kosovo | —– |