Do Spanish citizens need a visa for UAE?
The official link goes to u.ae. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
UAE entry rules for Spanish citizens.
| Verdict | Visa on arrival |
|---|---|
| Document | Visit visa on arrival |
| Fee | Free |
| Stay | 90 days in any 180 (multiple entry) |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Spanish passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: UAE entry requirements.
The details for a Spanish passport.
Spain travel advice (updated 15 Jul 2026, read 11 Oct 2026): Spanish ordinary-passport holders are exempt from applying for a visa; maximum stay 90 days per 180-day period counted from the first entry; a tourist-visa extension can be requested for a fee. Listed 'Visa Free' on the UAE MOFA visa-exemption page. Passport must be valid at least 6 months.
How long it must be valid.
At least 6 months from the date of entry (u.ae, FCDO, State Dept). Residence permit holders: 3 months (FCDO). The 12-page US emergency passport is not accepted. Canada: temporary and emergency passports cannot be used to enter (accepted for exit and transit); you must leave on the passport you entered with.
The short answers.
Do Spanish citizens need a visa for UAE?
Yes, but it’s issued on arrival: Spanish citizens get the Visit visa on arrival at the border for stays of 90 days in any 180 (multiple entry).
How much does it cost for Spanish citizens?
Free. Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can Spanish citizens stay in UAE?
90 days in any 180 (multiple entry). Longer stays need a different visa.
Where do Spanish citizens apply?
On the official site, u.ae. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue UAE visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.