UAE Visa on Arrival, Eligible Countries
Citizens of 70+ countries receive a free visa on arrival in the UAE, including the UK, EU/EEA, USA, Canada, Australia, Japan, China, Russia and Brazil (30 or 90 days depending on nationality). GCC citizens enter with national ID.
UAE Visa on Arrival, Eligible Countries overview
Citizens of 70+ countries receive a free visa on arrival in the UAE, including the UK, EU/EEA, USA, Canada, Australia, Japan, China, Russia and Brazil (30 or 90 days depending on nationality). GCC citizens enter with national ID. Use this overview of UAE Visa on Arrival, Eligible Countries to understand the subject, the practical points worth checking and the most relevant next step for your plans. Visa decisions depend on passport, residence status, trip purpose and the latest immigration assessment. Check the eligibility notes, document list, indicative processing window, validity and entry conditions shown on this page; none should be treated as an approval guarantee. Clear scans and consistent personal details usually reduce avoidable delays. The detailed sections below provide the supporting specifics, while this introduction helps you approach them with a clear sense of what matters most.
To continue planning, explore visa services from Dubai, UAE visa requirements, travel insurance in Dubai, or personalised travel planning support. Confirm the rule that applies to the traveller’s exact passport and circumstances before payment, since eligibility, evidence and processing remain subject to immigration assessment. Keep a copy of the final written response or confirmation, and raise any unclear point before relying on it for the wider plan.
Who gets a visa at the airport
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 30 day on arrival | USA, UK, Canada, Australia, China, Japan, Singapore and more |
| 90 day on arrival | EU/EEA states, Russia, South Korea, Brazil, Argentina and more |
| Requirements | Passport valid 6+ months; onward ticket may be checked |
| Extensions | Most on arrival visas can be extended once in country for a fee |
Immigration rules change without notice and vary by individual circumstances, we verify current requirements for your passport before you pay, and official UAE government sources are always authoritative. See also our main visa services page.
FAQs
How do I apply through UAE Tours?
Send passport scan and photo on WhatsApp or the contact form, we confirm requirements for your nationality, quote the exact fee, and file the application the same day.
What if my visa is rejected?
Rejections are rare with a clean file; if it happens we advise on the reason and re application. Government fees are non-refundable by UAE policy.
Official information sources
Rules, operating conditions and government charges can change. Check the official sources below for the latest information before payment or travel.