UAE visa exemption for powerful visa holders

UAE visa exemption for powerful visa holders

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UAE visa exemption details

UAE offers travel exemption to people who hold powerful visa like US visa or GCC Resident visa. People can use this visa exemption to travel to UAE for tourism purpose.

UAE visa exemption conditions

  • Visa in NOT EXEMPT, but are eligible to avail Visa ON ARRIVAL at UAE airports including Dubai
    Eligible Countries:
    India
  • Visa stay
    14 days
  • Powerful Visas
    2

UAE visa exemption with powerful visas

USA Visa

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Tourist or Business Visa (B1/B2), Work Visa (L1/L2/H1/H4), and US Green card
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Middle East
GCC Resident Visa
GCC

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How to get UAE visa exemption

UAE visa exemption process is quick and easy, as long as the necessary documents and information are provided accurately. By following these 5 steps, UAE can ensure a smooth and hassle-free process in obtaining an UAE visa exemption.
  • 1
    Valid passport
    Check your your country passport is valid with at least 6 months of validity beyond your intended stay in UAE, if not, apply for a new your country passport, the passport must also have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
  • 2
    Gather required documents
    Gather all the necessary documents required for a UAE tourist visa including passport and other supporting documents required by the UAE authorities, if your documents are in a language different from English, they need to be translated.
  • 3
    Arrival
    Upon arrival in UAE, go to the immigration counter to begin the immigration clearance process, make sure you have all the required documents ready.
  • 4
    Submit documents
    Submit your passport to the officer at the immigration counter, you may be required to provide proof of return or onward travel and financial means to support your stay in UAE.
  • 5
    Entry stamp
    The processing time for the process is typically a few hours if the queue is long, during this time, your passport will be reviewed by an immigration officer, if approved, the applicant will receive their stamp on the passport.

UAE visa advice

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Frequently asked questions

Holders of US visa or GCC Resident visa are eligible for visa exemption in UAE.
Visitors with visa exemption can stay in UAE for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
No, you do not need to apply for visa exemption before traveling to UAE. You will be granted visa exemption upon arrival at the border.
No, visa exemption is only for tourism, business, or other non-work related activities.
Travel insurance is not required for visa exemption in UAE, but it is recommended to have adequate coverage for medical expenses and other emergencies.
Visa exemption in UAE only applies to entering and staying in UAE. If you plan to travel to other countries, you may need to check their visa requirements.
While it is not a requirement, immigration officials may ask for proof of accommodation or return ticket as part of their assessment of your travel plans.
It depends on the severity of the offense and other factors. Visitors with criminal records should check with the UAEn embassy or consulate in their country before traveling.
No, your passport must be valid at the time of entry to UAE to be eligible for visa exemption.
Yes, visitors traveling for medical purposes can enter UAE with visa exemption. However, it is recommended to have proper documentation and evidence of the medical purpose of your travel.
Yes, visitors can enter UAE with their pets under certain conditions, such as having a valid health certificate and complying with UAEn regulations for importing pets. It is recommended to check with the UAEn embassy or consulate in your country for specific requirements.
Disclaimer
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