Dubai Visa Guide
Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders
Last updated: November 2025
Special Condition
Hold valid US, UK, EU, or Schengen visa/residence permit
Requirement: Visa on Arrival
Indian passport holders with valid US, UK, EU visa or residence permit from Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, or Singapore can get visa on arrival
Key Information
Key Requirements
- Passport valid for at least 6 months
- Valid US/UK/EU visa or residence permit (for visa on arrival)
- Visa/residence permit must be valid for at least 6 months
- Return flight ticket
- Hotel booking confirmation
Step-by-Step Application Process
- 1
If eligible for visa on arrival: Simply present your passport and valid US/UK/EU visa at Dubai immigration
- 2
Pay AED 120 at the airport counter
- 3
Receive 14-day visa stamp
- 4
If not eligible: Apply through UAE embassy or authorized visa service provider before travel
Documents Required
- Passport with 6+ months validity
- Passport-size photograph
- Valid US/UK/EU/Schengen visa or qualifying residence permit
- Confirmed return flight ticket
- Hotel booking confirmation
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Pro Tips
- If you have a US tourist visa, you can get visa on arrival - saves time and hassle
- Keep printouts of your hotel booking and return tickets ready
- The visa on arrival counter can have long queues during peak season - factor in extra time
- If visiting Abu Dhabi or other emirates, the Dubai visa covers all UAE
Important Notes
- • Extension available for additional 14 days at AED 250 (~₹5,600)
- • US Green Card holders are also eligible for visa on arrival
- • Tourist visas can be applied for 30 or 90 days through travel agents
- • Visa on arrival not available without qualifying visa/residence permit
Official Source
Visit official websiteBest Time to Apply
At arrival if eligible; otherwise 1-2 weeks before travel
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