UAE unveils visa-free entry for numerous countries, streamlining travel
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While citizens from 115 countries need pre-approved visas before entering the UAE, there is a considerable list of nations enjoying visa-free entry. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) website provides a comprehensive breakdown of specific visa information, including details on visa exemptions for travelers holding regular passports.
International travelers, depending on their origin, can obtain entry visas valid for either 30 or 90 days. However, if you are a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) national, entering the UAE is simplified; a mere presentation of your passport or ID card upon arrival suffices, eliminating the need for a visa or sponsor. This convenient arrangement applies to nationals from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar.
For those outside the GCC bloc, aspiring visitors to the UAE can explore the list of visa-free countries below, streamlining the planning process for those seeking a visa waiver.
- Andorra
- Albania
- Argentina
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahamas
- Bahrain
- Barbados
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Brazil
- Brunei
- Bulgaria
- Bosnia
- Canada
- Chile
- China
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- El Salvador
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Georgia
- Germany
- Greece
- Honduras
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Israel
- Italy
- Japan
- Kazakhstan
- Kiribati
- Korea
- Kuwait
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Malta
- Mauritius
- Mexico
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- Nauru
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Norway
- Oman
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- Qatar
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- San Marino
- Saudi Arabia
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- United States of America
- Uruguay
- Uzbekistan
- Vatican City
This extensive list reflects the UAE's openness to visitors from diverse nations, fostering a welcoming environment for international travelers.
