Yes, all Indian passport holders require a visit to visit Dubai. A Dubai tourist visa is most appropriate for Indians travelling to the UAE for recreational purposes such as holidaying, sightseeing, or even short family visits. The type of Dubai visa will depend on several factors such as nationality, purpose of your planned visit and duration. Indian passport holders travelling to UAE for tourist purposes can apply for Dubai visa online. Once your visa application is approved, you will receive an approved visa copy via email.

Yes, Citizens of few countries do not require advance visa arrangements to enter the UAE and can obtain a visa on arrival. Indian nationals holding a normal passport and a valid Visa, or a Green Card issued by the USA, or UK or EU Residency, can obtain a Dubai visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 14 days. The US Visa, the Green Card, the UK Resident Permit and the EU Resident Permit must be valid for at least six months from the date of arrival into the UAE. The visa on arrival will be valid for 14 days, extendable for a similar period one time only. The validity of the passport must be not less than six months and the fee for an entry permit will be Dirham 100 (Rs 1,750).

If you plan to visit Dubai for a short period, you can obtain a Dubai visa online in the form of ETA – Electronic Travel Authorization. Applicants can apply for Dubai Visa online with proper scanned copies of the documents from the comfort of their homes. On successful completion, Dubai Tourist Visa will be provided through an email in PDF or JPG format. We processes Dubai visas for Indians in as little as 24 hours.

The following documents are required to avail your Dubai Visa:

• Scanned colour copy of your passport
• Scanned coloured photograph with white background
• Scanned colour copy of your pan card

To enable the authorities to process your application, you must clearly state:

• Why are you visiting Dubai
• How long you intend to stay in Dubai
• What is the purpose of your visit to Dubai
• Type of passport you hold and for how long it is valid
• Where do you intend to travel following your visit to Dubai
• If you have a permit to enter the country you intend to travel to after your stay in Dubai

Dubai Visa Fees for Indian Citizens