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UAE Tourist Visa for Indian Passport Holders

Planning a trip to the United Arab Emirates (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, etc.)? Indian passport holders are required to obtain a Tourist Visa before travel. The UAE offers e-Visa / online visa services through airlines, hotels, and authorized sponsors. There is no visa-on-arrival facility for general Indian passport holders, except for those holding valid visas or residence permits from select countries (as per UAE immigration rules). All visas are issued under the supervision of the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) and Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP), UAE.

Visa Status for Indian Passports: E-Visa

Visa Documents Checklist

Applicants generally need the following documents:

Scanned copy of passport (valid for at least 6 months)
Recent passport-size photograph (white background)
Confirmed return flight ticket
Hotel booking or UAE host details
Completed visa application form
Proof of sufficient funds (may be requested)
Sponsor documents (if applicable – airline, hotel, or resident sponsor)
Additional documents may be requested by UAE immigration authorities

Processing Time

Standard processing time: 24–72 hours (urgent cases possible)
Normal applications: 2–5 working days
Tourist visa processing may vary during peak travel seasons

Visa & Fee

Visa Type: UAE Tourist e-Visa
Government Visa Fee: Approximately AED 250 – AED 800 (varies by visa type: 14/30/60 days, single or multiple entry)
Express Processing Fee: Additional charges may apply
No VFS fee in most online visa applications

Visa fees are subject to change as per UAE immigration authorities (ICP / GDRFA).

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Important Disclaimer

Acceptance of your form and documents for processing and payment of the processing fee does not guarantee grant of the visa. The granting of the visa is entirely the prerogative and at the discretion of the Embassy. Provided checklist is advisable not official, Embassy may ask for additional documents.