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United Arab Emirates Visa for Indians

Entry Requirements for Indian Passport Holders

Indian passport holders apply for a UAE tourist e-visa (30 or 60 days) online before travel, through a UAE sponsor, airline or authorised agency. Business visitors need a visit visa sponsored by the inviting UAE company.

Entry for Indianse-Visa Required
Processing2 – 5 working days
Permitted stay30 or 60 days; single or multiple entry
AppointmentNot required
CapitalAbu Dhabi
CurrencyUAE Dirham (AED)
LanguageArabic (English widely spoken)
Best time to visitNovember to March

United Arab Emirates Visa Options & Document Checklist

UAE Tourist e-Visa (30 or 60 days)

Filed online through the ICP / GDRFA system via a UAE sponsor, airline or authorised travel agency — no embassy visit

Processing2 – 5 working days
Validity58 days from issue (30-day visa) / as per visa type
Stay30 or 60 days; single or multiple entry

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. Recent colour photograph — digital, white background, face clearly visible, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  3. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
  4. Hotel booking or address of your host in the UAE
  5. PAN card copy (asked by most sponsors for Indian applicants)
  6. Recent bank statement (may be requested for first-time travellers)

UAE Business / Mission Visit Visa

Sponsored by the inviting UAE company through the ICP / GDRFA system

Processing3 – 7 working days
ValidityAs issued (typically 60 days)
StayAs per visa type

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. Recent colour photograph — digital, white background, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  3. Invitation letter from the host company in the UAE (the sponsoring company applies) on its letterhead, stating the purpose and dates of the visit and who bears the expenses
  4. Trade licence copy of the sponsoring UAE company
  5. Covering letter from your Indian employer / company on letterhead confirming your designation, purpose of the trip and who bears the expenses
  6. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation

Important Notes

  • Carry a printed copy of your e-visa. Overstays attract daily fines in the UAE.
Information checked September 2026. Visa rules change frequently — our consultants reconfirm the latest requirements with the embassy / official portal before filing. Official sources: ICP — Federal Authority for Identity & Citizenship · GDRFA Dubai. Fees are not listed on this website — contact us for current charges.

About United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates is a popular destination for Indian travellers, with a capital at Abu Dhabi and a well-connected network of cities including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah. The best time to visit is November to March, when conditions are ideal for exploring highlights such as Burj Khalifa and Palm Jumeirah.

Top attractions

Burj KhalifaPalm JumeirahDubai Mall & FountainSheikh Zayed Grand MosqueDesert Safari

Top cities

DubaiAbu DhabiSharjahRas Al Khaimah
FAQs

United Arab Emirates Visa — FAQs

Indian passport holders apply for a UAE tourist e-visa (30 or 60 days) online before travel, through a UAE sponsor, airline or authorised agency. Business visitors need a visit visa sponsored by the inviting UAE company.
Processing is typically 2 – 5 working days. Validity: 58 days from issue (30-day visa) / as per visa type. Permitted stay: 30 or 60 days; single or multiple entry.
The core documents are: Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival); Recent colour photograph — digital, white background, face clearly visible, white background, taken within the last 6 months; Confirmed return or onward flight reservation; Hotel booking or address of your host in the UAE; PAN card copy (asked by most sponsors for Indian applicants). See the complete checklist on this page — our consultants review every document before submission.
No embassy appointment is needed for the main route — the application is made online through the official portal.
No consultancy can guarantee approval — the decision rests solely with the authorities of United Arab Emirates. We maximise your chances through accurate, complete documentation.
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