(Daily Point) — The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the implementation of a visa on arrival scheme for travelers from 87 countries, including Israel, with the exception of Pakistan.
This new policy allows eligible visitors to obtain a 30-day entry visa upon arrival, with an additional grace period of 10 days. Moreover, citizens from certain nations have the option to acquire a 90-day visa upon arrival.
The list of 87 countries includes Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Austria, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Barbados, Brazil, Belarus, Belgium, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, El Salvador, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Honduras, Hungary, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, Monaco, Montenegro, Nauru, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Republic of Ireland, Romania, Russia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, The Bahamas, The Netherlands, UK, US, Ukraine, Uruguay, Vatican, Hellenic, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Armenia, Fiji, and Kosovo.
Under the updated regulations, nationals from 110 countries are now required to obtain a visa before traveling to the UAE.
Those seeking more information on the exemption and visa requirements can visit the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or contact the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Ports Security, and Customs (ICP) for further assistance.
It’s noteworthy that citizens of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are exempt from visa requirements or sponsorship when visiting the UAE. They can enter by presenting a passport issued by a GCC state or an identity card upon arrival at UAE ports.
For example, citizens of India holding ordinary passports, a visit visa, or a permanent resident card issued by the USA, or possessing a residence visa in the UK and European Union countries valid for at least six months, are eligible for a visa on arrival. This visa allows a stay of 14 days, with the option to extend it for an additional 14 days.
