
UAE Tourist Visa / Visa on Arrival
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 (3โ5 business days) and has one of the highest approval rates for Indian nationals.
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.
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.
Upload passport scan and photo. Pay visa fee online. Ensure passport has minimum 6 months validity beyond your intended departure from UAE.
Visa approval is emailed within 3โ5 business days. Print the visa approval email and carry it with your passport. You'll show this at Dubai airport immigration.
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.
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.
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.
30-day tourist visa costs AED 250โ400. 60-day tourist visa costs AED 500โ700. Both allow leisure travel. Choose based on your planned duration of stay.
No. Tourist visa prohibits employment. Working without proper work permit results in deportation and permanent ban.
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.
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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