Rules & Regulations
Here are some essential details about visa requirements, application procedures, and entry regulations for your destination country. For more comprehensive information, visit the website of the UAE Federal Identity and Citizenship Authority.
Visa on Arrival: Free & Easy Entry
You’ll get a free visit visa on arrival in the UAE if you have a valid passport from any of the countries listed below. This visa is valid for 30 days, with certain conditions for renewal.
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Andorra
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Brunei
Bulgaria
Canada
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Holland
Hong Kong
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Japan
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Luxembourg
Malaysia
Malta
Monaco
New Zealand
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
San Marino
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Korea
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
UK
USA
Vatican CityOther Visa Options
| Visa Type | Details | Application Process |
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| Visit Visa | Allows visitors to stay in the country for a period of 30 or 90 days, which is renewable. | Apply through a tourist travel agency or through the hotel. |
| Sponsored Visa | UAE residents can sponsor family or friends. | Apply through Sharjah Airport Travel Agency with: Copy of your passport (valid for more than 6 months), a recent colour photo (white background), visa fee, and a refundable guarantee fee of AED1000. |
| Multiple Entry Visa | Available for business visitors. Valid for six months from the date of issue and allowing multiple visits of up to 30 days each. | You must be able to prove a working relationship with a UAE-based company. You can apply while in the country after entering on a visit visa. |
| Transit Visa | Currently not available. Passengers arriving on a transit flight cannot exit the airport. | Not applicable. |
For more comprehensive information, visit the website of the UAE Federal Identity and Citizenship Authority
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