Entry rules · checked 3 Nov 2026

UAE tourist visa: who needs it and how to apply

The short answerThe UAE has no single eVisa for every tourist. Many nationalities get a visa on arrival, and others get a tourist visa through an airline, licensed agent or hotel. Go to the official site.

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.

At a glance

The UAE tourist visa in brief.

Fee	See the official site
Stay	Depends on nationality: 30 or 90 days on arrival for listed countries

Who it’s for

Do you need it?

GCC citizens need no visa, listed nationalities get a 30-day or 90-day visa on arrival, and some nationalities must arrange a visa in advance.

Before you fly

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Before you start

What to have ready.

A passport valid at least 6 months from entry.

Step by step

How to get the UAE tourist visa.

Check it applies to you. GCC citizens need no visa, listed nationalities get a 30-day or 90-day visa on arrival, and some nationalities must arrange a visa in advance.
Get these ready. A passport valid at least 6 months from entry.
Apply on the official site only. That’s u.ae.

Watch outUAE embassies don’t issue tourist visas. Check whether you get a visa on arrival before paying any website.

Not sure your passport needs the UAE tourist visa? See the full UAE entry requirements for 33 passports, including passport validity and what to show at the border.

Questions

The short answers.

What is the best eVisa for the UAE?

The UAE has no single eVisa for every tourist. Many nationalities get a visa on arrival, and others get a tourist visa through an airline, licensed agent or hotel. Apply on the official site, unless you want to pay a private service for help.

Who needs the UAE tourist visa?

GCC citizens need no visa, listed nationalities get a 30-day or 90-day visa on arrival, and some nationalities must arrange a visa in advance.

How much does it cost?

We couldn’t confirm the fee on a government page, so we’re not quoting one. The official site shows the current price.

What do I need to apply?

A passport valid at least 6 months from entry.

Does NUM issue the UAE tourist visa?

No. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service, and we don’t decide applications. We explain what’s needed and link to the official site.

The rest of the trip

Land connected.

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