Do I Need a Visa for United Arab Emirates from India?

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Visa Required
Yes, a visa is required — but holders of certain visas may get easier entry.

For Indian passport holders · Updated March 2026

Visa Details

A visa is normally required for Indian passport holders to enter the UAE. However, as of February 13, 2025, visa on arrival (AED 120, 14 days stay) is available for Indians with: (1) valid US visa/green card, UK, or EU visa/residence permit with minimum 6 months validity, OR (2) valid residence permits from Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, or Singapore. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of travel. Visa can be extended.

Already Have Another Visa?

Holding certain visas can make entry to United Arab Emirates easier for Indians:

With a US visa → visa on arrival
With a UK visa → visa on arrival
With a EU visa → visa on arrival
With a Australian visa → visa on arrival
With a Canadian visa → visa on arrival
With a Japanese visa → visa on arrival
With a New Zealand visa → visa on arrival
With a Korean visa → visa on arrival
With a Singapore visa → visa on arrival

Transit Through United Arab Emirates

No transit visa needed for Indians transiting through United Arab Emirates.

Visa-free transit: 96 hours

You can leave the airport during transit.

  • •Transit visa issued by airlines (Emirates/Etihad)
  • •Valid onward ticket

Extended transit with valid visas:

US visa: up to 14 days (can leave airport) — Visa on arrival available for AED 120, extendable
UK visa: up to 14 days (can leave airport) — Visa on arrival available for AED 120, extendable
EU visa: up to 14 days (can leave airport) — Visa on arrival available for AED 120, extendable

No OKTB (Ok to Board) required as of December 15, 2024. Transit visas (96h) are issued by airlines like Emirates/Etihad for short stopovers.

Official Sources

https://www.mofa.gov.ae/en/missions/new-delhi/media-hub/embassy-news/19-2-2025-new-delhihttps://www.gdrfad.gov.ae/en/services/727c91b1-52eb-11ea-0320-0050569629e8https://government.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/do-you-need-an-entry-permit-or-a-visa-to-enter-the-uae

Quick Summary

Visa Status
📋Visa Required
Conditional Entry
Yes — 9 visas offer easier access
Transit
Transit possible without visa

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