Dubai Visa on Arrival for Indian Passport Holders: Complete 2024 Guide

Dubai continues to enhance its visa policies, making it easier for Indian passport holders to visit the UAE. If you hold a valid tourist visa or residence permit from the United States (US), United Kingdom (UK), or European Union (EU), you can obtain a visa on arrival in Dubai hassle-free.

Since 2017, Indian nationals with a valid US visa, Green Card, UK, or EU residence permit have been eligible for a UAE visa on arrival. In 2024, this policy was expanded, allowing Indian travelers holding valid tourist visas for the US, UK, or EU to also avail of visa-on-arrival access in Dubai.

Who is Eligible for a Dubai Visa on Arrival?

Indian passport holders can apply for a Dubai visa on arrival if they have:

 A valid tourist visa, residence permit, or Green Card issued by the United States

 A valid tourist visa or residence permit from EU countries or the UK

Key Requirements:

Your passport, visa, or permit must be valid for at least six months at the time of entry.

Dubai Visa-on-Arrival Duration & Fees

14-Day Visa on Arrival

 Stay duration: 14 days (extendable for another 14 days)

 Extension cost: AED 250

 Visa fee: AED 100

60-Day Visa on Arrival

 Stay duration: 60 days (non-extendable)

 Visa fee: AED 250

How to Apply for a UAE Visa on Arrival?

Online Application Before Arrival

GDRFA – Dubai (For Entry via Dubai Airports)

Visit: gdrfad.gov.ae

ICP Website (Federal Authority for Identity & Citizenship)

Visit: smartservices.icp.gov.ae

Emirates Airlines Pre-Approved Visa (For Emirates passengers)

Apply via Manage Your Booking

Authorized Travel Agencies

Required Documents for UAE Visa on Arrival

. Valid Indian passport (bio-data and address pages) – minimum six months validity

. Recent passport-sized photograph (white background)

. Valid tourist visa or residence permit from US, UK, or EU (minimum six months validity)

How to Apply for a Dubai Visa-on-Arrival

Applying via GDRFA (For Dubai Arrivals)

• Visit gdrfad.gov.ae and create an account.
• Log in and select ‘New Visit Entry Permit – Indian’.
• Enter your passport and visa details.
• Upload the required documents.
• Complete the payment and submit your application.

Processing Time: 48 hours (Visa will be sent via email)

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Applying via ICP (For Other Emirates)

• Visit smartservices.icp.gov.ae.
• Select ‘Issue Entry Permit for Holders of Special Visas’.
• Enter your personal details and UAE address.
• Upload the required documents and submit your application.

Processing Time: 48 hours (Visa will be sent via email)

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Fast-Track Visa-on-Arrival for Emirates Passengers

• If you are flying with Emirates Airlines, you can pre-arrange your visa-on-arrival online via Emirates.com.
• This service reduces waiting time at Dubai International Airport (DXB).

For more details, visit Emirates’ ‘Manage Your Booking’ section.

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Source : Khaleejtimes