Which countries get UAE visa on arrival in 2026?

Over 50 nationalities receive a free UAE visa on arrival in 2026, including all EU countries, the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and others. The full official list is maintained at icp.gov.ae.

Can Indian citizens get UAE visa on arrival?

Indian citizens who hold a valid, unexpired multiple-entry or single-entry US visa, a valid US Green Card (permanent resident card), a valid UK visa, or a valid EU Schengen visa may obtain a UAE visa on arrival for 14 days. The fee is AED 100 payable at the airport. Indian citizens without any of these documents must apply for a UAE visa in advance.

How long is the UAE visa on arrival valid for?

The standard UAE visa on arrival is valid for 30 days. It can be extended for additional 30-day periods at a cost of AED 600 per extension via the UAE ICP app, up to a maximum of 90 days total in a single visit.

Do Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, or Nigeria get UAE visa on arrival?

No. Citizens of Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Nigeria, Ghana, China, Vietnam, and Indonesia are not on the standard UAE visa on arrival list and must apply for a visa in advance. However, those holding valid US, UK, EU, or Canadian visas may qualify for visa on arrival regardless of nationality.

What happens if I overstay my UAE visa on arrival?

Overstaying the UAE visa on arrival incurs a fine of AED 100 per day, starting the day after your visa expires. There is no grace period. Fines are collected at the airport before departure. Unpaid overstay fines result in a ban from re-entering the UAE.

UAE Visa on Arrival Countries 2026 — Complete List

Countries With Free UAE Visa on Arrival

Citizens of these countries receive a free 30-day visa on arrival at all UAE entry points — no prior application or registration required.

Europe

Austria

Belgium

Bulgaria

Croatia

Cyprus

Czech Republic

Denmark

Estonia

Finland

France

Germany

Greece

Hungary

Iceland

Ireland

Italy

Latvia

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Malta

Netherlands

Norway

Poland

Portugal

Romania

Slovakia

Slovenia

Spain

Sweden

Switzerland

United Kingdom

Americas and Oceania

United States

Canada

Australia

New Zealand

Asia and Pacific

Japan

South Korea

Singapore

Malaysia

Philippines

Hong Kong SAR

Brunei

This list covers major nationalities. The full official list is maintained by the UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security at icp.gov.ae. Always verify before travelling.

Countries That Do NOT Get Visa on Arrival

Citizens of these countries must apply for a UAE visa in advance, unless they hold a qualifying US, UK, EU, or Canadian visa (see below).

Bangladesh

Pakistan

India (standard)

Sri Lanka

Nepal

Nigeria

Ghana

China

Vietnam

Indonesia

Ethiopia

Kenya

The India Special Rule — and Who Else It Applies To

Indian Citizens: Visa on Arrival If You Hold Qualifying Documents

Indian citizens who hold one of the following documents qualify for a UAE visa on arrival for 14 days (fee: AED 100 payable at the airport):

Valid US Green Card (Permanent Resident Card)
Valid US multiple-entry visa
Valid UK visa (any category)
Valid EU Schengen visa

The visa or Green Card must be valid and unexpired at the time of UAE entry. The 14-day on-arrival visa can be extended via the UAE ICP app.

This Also Applies to Most Other Nationalities

The qualifying document rule (US/UK/EU/Canadian visa) is not exclusive to Indian citizens. Citizens of most countries that are not on the standard visa-on-arrival list — including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, and others — may qualify for UAE visa on arrival if they hold a valid, unexpired visa from the US, UK, EU, or Canada. This is applied at the discretion of UAE immigration authorities.

Duration, Extensions, and Overstay Rules

Detail	Standard VOA	India Special VOA
Initial duration	30 days	14 days
Arrival fee	Free	AED 100
Extension cost	AED 600 per 30 days	AED 600 per 30 days
Maximum total stay	90 days per visit	Up to 90 days
Overstay fine	AED 100/day	AED 100/day
Grace period	None — fines begin day after expiry

How to Extend Your UAE Visa on Arrival

Extensions are processed through the UAE ICP app (icp.gov.ae) or authorised typing centres in Dubai and other emirates.
Apply for your extension before your current visa expires — not after.
Each 30-day extension costs AED 600.
A maximum of two extensions is allowed per visit, giving a total stay of 90 days.
After 90 days, you must exit the UAE. Re-entry is allowed, but a new on-arrival stamp is at immigration's discretion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which countries get UAE visa on arrival in 2026?

Over 50 nationalities receive a free UAE visa on arrival in 2026, including all EU countries, UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, the Philippines, and others. The full official list is at icp.gov.ae.
Can Indian citizens get UAE visa on arrival?

Indian citizens who hold a valid US Green Card, valid US multiple-entry visa, valid UK visa, or valid EU Schengen visa may obtain a UAE visa on arrival for 14 days, with a fee of AED 100 at the airport. Indian citizens without these documents must apply for a UAE visa in advance.
How long is the UAE visa on arrival valid?

The standard UAE visa on arrival is valid for 30 days. It can be extended for additional 30-day periods at AED 600 each via the UAE ICP app, up to a maximum of 90 days total per visit.
Do Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, or Nigeria get UAE visa on arrival?

No, not under the standard scheme. Citizens of Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Nigeria, Ghana, China, Vietnam, and Indonesia are not on the standard UAE visa on arrival list and must apply in advance. However, those holding valid US, UK, EU, or Canadian visas may qualify for visa on arrival regardless of nationality.
What happens if I overstay my UAE visa on arrival?

Overstaying the UAE visa on arrival incurs a fine of AED 100 per day, starting the day after your visa expires. There is no grace period. Fines are collected at the airport before departure, and unpaid overstay fines result in a ban from re-entering the UAE.