Do you need a visa to travel to Dubai?

Visa Requirements for US Citizens (Tourist Passport) to visit the UAE: No visas are required for American citizens (holder of regular passports) before arrival in the UAE, including US Citizens with visas or entry stamps from other countries in their passports.



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No, British citizens that are travelling to Dubai from the UK can do so without needing a pre-arranged visa. A visit visa to Dubai can be obtained by British passport holders on arrival for 30 days at the airport from the immigration authorities.

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Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements
  • Passport Validity: A passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry is required to enter the UAE. ...
  • Personal travel of 30 days or less: A U.S. citizen with a regular passport may obtain a no fee visitor visa upon arrival.


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All nationals of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Saudi Arabia are currently permitted freedom of movement in the UAE, if they simply present a valid National ID Card or driving license upon entry. However, although Qatar is part of the GCC, only Qatari citizens are not currently permitted to enter the UAE without a visa.

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UAE visa on arrival Simply disembark your flight at Dubai International and proceed to immigration, where your passport will be stamped with a 30-day visit visa free of charge.

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What Does a Visa on Arrival Mean? A visa on arrival is simply a visa that is granted when you arrive in a foreign country. It is issued to foreign nationals who need a visa to enter the country but does not require them to apply in advance of travel. This is made available to travelers visiting for short-term visits.

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All Travelers carrying controlled medication into the UAE must apply for approval through the Ministry of Health (MoH) website. This should be completed before making the trip. All other medication (prescription for uncontrolled medication and over-the-counter medication) does not need prior approval from MoH.

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There are no current recommended or required vaccinations for travelling to Dubai. However, we do recommend being up to date with the British National Vaccination Schedule, including the vaccines for diseases like tetanus, MMR, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and more.

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Personal travel of 30 days or less: A U.S. citizen with a regular passport may obtain a no fee visitor visa upon arrival. Stays longer than 30 days: Visitors on a 30-day visa may request a visa extension, which is at the discretion of immigration officials.

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Apply Online Through Website
  1. STEP 1 : Book your ticket with Emirates. Once you have a valid PNR number, log on to www.emirates.com. ...
  2. STEP 2 : Apply for your UAE visa. Click the 'Apply for a UAE' visa option under Additional Services.
  3. STEP 3 : Proceed to Online Application.


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It is always wise to know about the country's currency before travelling to ensure that you don't land up spending much more than planned. In Dubai Dhiram or DH or Dhs is the official currency. However US Dollar is accepted in most of its places.

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That is if you are eligible. As for the visa on arrival, in order to get one at the airport, you need to fly with one of the approved airlines such as Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, Air Astana, Flydubai, Turkish Airlines, and Indigo Airlines.

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