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Visa Guide 2025

UAE / Dubai Visa Guide

UAE Tourist Visa / Visa on Arrival

3โ€“5 business days (pre-arrival)
Processing
AED 250โ€“1,020 (โ‚น5,700โ€“โ‚น23,000)
Fee
60 days from issue date
Validity
30 or 60 days
Stay Duration

Overview

The UAE is one of the most accessible international destinations for Indian travelers. Indian nationals holding a valid US, UK, EU, or Australian visa can obtain a Visa on Arrival for 14 days (extendable once). For longer stays, apply for a UAE Tourist Visa (30 or 60 days) through Emirates airline, travel agents, or the UAE ICA website before departure. The process is fast (3โ€“5 business days) and has one of the highest approval rates for Indian nationals.

Embassy: UAE Embassy New Delhi + e-visa (no physical visit required)

Required Documents

Core Requirements

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
Recent colour passport photo (white background)
Return flight ticket booking
Hotel booking confirmation in UAE
Travel insurance (recommended)

Financial Proof

Bank statement โ€” last 3 months (โ‚น50,000+ balance recommended)
Salary slip โ€” last month
Credit card statement (optional but helpful)
Sufficient funds proof

For Visa on Arrival (VoA)

Valid US, UK, EU (Schengen), or Australian visa
Visa must be valid for at least 1 month
Used entry โ€” visa must have been used (not just granted)
Confirmed onward/return ticket

For UAE E-Visa Pre-Arrival

Passport scan (colour, all pages)
Photo (white background, no glasses)
Application through Emirates, FlyDubai, travel agent, or ica.gov.ae
Visa fee payment via card

Application Process

01

Choose Visa Type

30-day single entry (AED 250), 60-day single entry (AED 500), 30-day multiple entry (AED 650). Or Visa on Arrival if holding valid US/UK/Schengen visa.

02

Apply Online

Apply through Emirates airline website, FlyDubai, or official ICA portal (ica.gov.ae). Alternatively, through a registered travel agent like Explera. Process is 100% online.

03

Upload Documents

Upload passport scan and photo. Pay visa fee online. Ensure passport has minimum 6 months validity beyond your intended departure from UAE.

04

Receive Approval

Visa approval is emailed within 3โ€“5 business days. Print the visa approval email and carry it with your passport. You'll show this at Dubai airport immigration.

05

Enter UAE

On arrival at Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Sharjah airport, present passport and visa approval. Immigration stamps your passport. Retain the departure slip in your passport.

06

Extension / Overstay

Extend online through ica.gov.ae (AED 600) before expiry. Overstay fine is AED 100 per day after grace period. Repeat overstays lead to bans.

Do's

  • Apply at least 5โ€“7 days before departure
  • Ensure your passport has minimum 6 months validity
  • Print visa approval email and carry it with passport
  • Carry hotel booking confirmation for immigration check
  • Declare all items correctly at customs (especially gold and cash limits)
  • Get travel insurance covering the full stay

Don'ts

  • Don't overstay โ€” AED 100/day fine plus entry ban
  • Don't carry items prohibited in UAE (narcotics, certain medicines, explicit content)
  • Don't apply too close to departure โ€” processing takes 3โ€“5 days
  • Don't rely on Visa on Arrival without confirming your existing visa is used and valid
  • Don't mix up Abu Dhabi and Dubai visa โ€” same UAE visa is valid for all Emirates
  • Don't bring pork products for own consumption in public

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.Can I get UAE visa on arrival as an Indian national?

Yes, if you hold a valid (and used) US B1/B2, UK, Schengen, or Australian visa. The visa must be valid for minimum 1 month. You get 14 days on arrival, extendable once.

Q.What is the difference between 30-day and 60-day UAE visa?

30-day tourist visa costs AED 250โ€“400. 60-day tourist visa costs AED 500โ€“700. Both allow leisure travel. Choose based on your planned duration of stay.

Q.Can I work on a UAE tourist visa?

No. Tourist visa prohibits employment. Working without proper work permit results in deportation and permanent ban.

Q.Is Ramadan a good time to visit Dubai?

Dubai is open during Ramadan but with restrictions (no public eating/drinking during daylight). Excellent deals on hotels. Iftar experiences are memorable. We recommend checking the calendar before booking.

Q.Can I convert my tourist visa to a work/residence visa in UAE?

No. You must exit the country and apply for the appropriate visa type from outside. Tourist visa cannot be converted to work or residence permit inside UAE.

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Visa rules and fees can change without notice. Always verify with the official embassy website before applying. Last updated: March 2025.

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