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UAE Visa Guide — Visit, Tourist & Transit Visas for Dubai

Everything you need to know about visiting the UAE. Whether you need a tourist visa, visit visa for family, transit visa for a stopover, or a visa extension — OraVisa handles the entire process from Dubai.

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What visa do I need to visit the UAE?

Citizens of GCC countries enter visa-free. Citizens of 50+ countries (UK, US, EU, Australia, Japan, South Korea) receive a free visa on arrival for 30-90 days. Most other nationalities — including Indian, Filipino, Egyptian, and Nigerian passport holders — need a pre-arranged visit or tourist visa through agencies like OraVisa. The type depends on your purpose: visit visa (family/friends), tourist visa (tourism), or transit visa (stopovers).

Visa-on-Arrival Countries: 50+Standard Processing: 2-5 daysExpress Processing: 4-8 hours30-Day Visa From: AED 300

UAE Visa Types Compared

The UAE offers several visa types depending on your purpose, duration, and nationality. Compare the main options below.

UAE Visit Visa

Agency-processed visit visa. 30 and 60-day, single or multiple entry. No UAE sponsor needed.

  • From AED 350 (30 days)
  • 24-48 hrs standard
  • No UAE sponsor required
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UAE Tourist Visa

Self-sponsored or agency-sponsored for tourism. 30, 60-day, or 5-year multi-entry.

  • From AED 300 (30 days)
  • 2-4 working days
  • 5-year option available
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UAE Express Visa

Fast-track processing in 4-8 hours. Same visa, urgent delivery for last-minute travel.

  • From AED 789 (30 days)
  • 4-8 hours processing
  • WhatsApp application
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UAE Transit Visa

For layovers in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. 48-hour and 96-hour options.

  • From AED 100 (48 hours)
  • 1-3 working days
  • Explore the city
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Visa Extension

Extend your stay without leaving the UAE. 30 or 60-day extensions.

  • From AED 600 (30 days)
  • 1-3 working days
  • No exit required
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Visa Change

Airport-to-airport visa reset. Exit and return same day with a fresh visa.

  • From AED 1,050
  • Same-day process
  • Includes return flight
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Visa-on-Arrival Countries

Citizens of 50+ countries receive a free visa on arrival at UAE airports. No pre-arrangement needed — just arrive with a valid passport.

United KingdomUnited StatesCanadaAustraliaGermanyFranceItalySpainJapanSouth KoreaSingaporeNew ZealandIrelandNetherlandsBelgiumAustriaSwedenNorwayDenmarkFinlandPortugalGreeceSwitzerlandPolandCzech RepublicHungaryRomaniaBulgariaCroatiaSloveniaSlovakiaEstoniaLatviaLithuaniaMaltaLuxembourgIcelandLiechtensteinMonacoSan MarinoVatican CityAndorraBruneiMalaysiaHong KongMauritiusSeychellesCosta RicaBrazilArgentinaChileRussiaChina+ more

Visa-on-arrival duration varies by nationality (30-90 days). Some nationalities receive 30 days, others receive 90 days. Check your specific country guide below for exact details.

UAE Visa Guides by Nationality

Detailed visa guides for the most common nationalities visiting the UAE. Each guide covers requirements, fees, processing times, and step-by-step application instructions.

Nationalities Requiring a Pre-Arranged Visa

🇮🇳India🇵🇭Philippines🇪🇬Egypt🇳🇬Nigeria🇿🇦South Africa🇮🇷Iran🇰🇪Kenya🇹🇷Turkey

Visa-on-Arrival Countries — Entry Guides

🇬🇧United Kingdom🇺🇸United States🇩🇪Germany🇫🇷France🇦🇺Australia🇨🇦Canada🇮🇹Italy🇯🇵Japan🇰🇷South Korea🇷🇺Russia🇨🇳China🇸🇦Saudi Arabia

UAE Visa Guides & Resources

In-depth guides covering every aspect of UAE visas — from application steps and fees to extensions, overstay rules, and visa status checking.

Application & Process

Fees & Pricing

Extensions & Overstay

Sponsorship & Family

Status & Tracking

Transit & Stopover

How OraVisa Helps with UAE Visas

1

Free Eligibility Check

Tell us your nationality and travel plans. We check your visa requirements and recommend the best option.

2

Document Collection

Submit passport scans, photos, and supporting documents. We review everything before submission.

3

Application Processing

We submit your visa through official UAE immigration channels. Track your application in real time.

4

Visa Delivered

Receive your approved e-visa by email within 2-5 working days. You are ready to travel to the UAE.

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Not sure if your application is strong enough? Take a 2-minute quiz to assess your visa readiness and get personalised advice on what to improve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What visa do I need to visit the UAE?
It depends on your nationality. Citizens of GCC countries enter visa-free. Citizens of 50+ countries (UK, US, EU, Australia, Japan, etc.) receive a free visa on arrival for 30-90 days. Most other nationalities — including Indian, Filipino, Egyptian, and Nigerian passport holders — need a pre-arranged visit or tourist visa. OraVisa checks your eligibility for free.
How much does a UAE visa cost?
UAE visa fees vary by type and duration. A 30-day tourist visa starts from approximately AED 300-450, a 60-day visit visa from AED 600-900, and a 90-day visa from AED 900-1,200. The 5-year multiple-entry tourist visa costs approximately AED 1,800-2,500. Contact OraVisa for a personalised quote based on your nationality and requirements.
How long does a UAE visa take to process?
Standard processing for UAE visit and tourist visas takes 2-5 working days. Express processing is available for 24-48 hours. Transit visas are processed within 1-3 working days. Visa extensions take 1-3 working days. Processing times may vary during peak seasons.
Can I extend my UAE visa without leaving the country?
Yes. UAE visit and tourist visas can be extended for 30 or 60 additional days through GDRFA, Amer centres, or approved agencies like OraVisa. Extensions must be applied for before your visa expires to avoid overstay fines of AED 50 per day.
What is the overstay fine in the UAE?
Overstaying a UAE visa incurs a fine of AED 50 per day plus administrative charges of approximately AED 100-200. Extended overstays can result in travel bans, detention, and deportation. Contact OraVisa if you need a visa extension before your current visa expires.
Do UK and US citizens need a visa for Dubai?
No. UK and US citizens receive a free visa on arrival at UAE airports, valid for 30 days (extendable to 60 days). No pre-arrangement is needed — simply arrive with a valid passport with at least 6 months validity. EU, Australian, Canadian, and Japanese citizens also enjoy visa-on-arrival access.
Can I get a UAE visa urgently?
Yes. OraVisa offers express visa processing that delivers approved e-visas in 4-8 hours. Standard processing takes 2-5 working days. Express service is available for all nationalities that require a pre-arranged visa. Contact us on WhatsApp for urgent requests.
What is an airport-to-airport visa change?
A visa change involves exiting the UAE via a short flight from Dubai or Sharjah airport and returning the same day with a fresh visa. It is used when in-country extension is not possible — for example, if your visa has expired or you have used all extensions. OraVisa arranges the visa, flight, and re-entry process.
What is the 5-year UAE tourist visa?
The 5-year multiple-entry UAE tourist visa allows tourists of all nationalities to enter the UAE multiple times over 5 years, with each stay lasting up to 90 days (extendable to 180 days per year). It is self-sponsored and available to all nationalities through agencies like OraVisa.

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