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Dubai Visa Guide

Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders

Visa Requirement
Visa Required

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

Stay Duration
14 days (extendable to 28 days)
Processing Time
Immediate on arrival (if eligible) or 3-5 days for pre-applied visa
Visa Fee
AED 100 (~₹2,250) for visa on arrival
Popular With
Tourists and business travelers

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. 1

    If eligible for visa on arrival: Simply present your passport and valid US/UK/EU visa at Dubai immigration

  2. 2

    Pay AED 120 at the airport counter

  3. 3

    Receive 14-day visa stamp

  4. 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 website

Best Time to Apply

At arrival if eligible; otherwise 1-2 weeks before travel

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