Dubai continues to attract millions of visitors from around the globe, thanks in part to its convenient visa policies.
Citizens from several countries can now benefit from a 30-day visa on arrival, a facility designed to streamline travel and enhance the visitor experience.
Under this system, eligible travelers can skip the hassle of advance visa arrangements, obtaining their visa upon arrival in the UAE.
This visa comes with a 10-day grace period for potential extensions, making it an attractive option for spontaneous trips.
Dubai Tourist Visa Types
Dubai offers a variety of tourist visa options to cater to diverse travel needs. These include:
- Single-entry tourist visas valid for 30 or 60 days
- Multiple-entry tourist visas also valid for 30 or 60 days
- Multiple-entry long-term tourist visas valid for five years
- Transit visas available for 48 or 96 hours
- Visa on arrival for 30 or 90 days, depending on nationality
- Special provisions for Indian travelers holding a valid U.S. visit visa, U.S. green card, or residence visa from the UK or EU
- eVisas for residents of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, who are otherwise eligible for visa-free entry.
Checking visa on arrival eligibility
To determine if you qualify for the visa on arrival, the Dubai government has made it easy to check eligibility online. Interested applicants can follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official Dubai website.
- Click on the “Plan Your Trip” tab on the home page.
- Select “Visa Guide” from the menu options.
- Input details regarding your citizenship and desired visa type.
- Hit the “Check Visa Requirement” button.
After submitting the necessary information, applicants will receive immediate feedback on their eligibility for the visa on arrival, allowing for better travel planning.
