The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently revised its visa exemption policy for citizens of 87 countries, allowing them to enter the country without needing a pre-entry visa. This update aims to simplify the visa process for tourists and encourage travel to the UAE. Under the new policy, visitors to the UAE can obtain a valid entry visa for 30 days on arrival, with an additional 10-day grace period.
Key details of the UAE’s updated visa exemption policy
Following the update, citizens of 110 countries will require a valid visa before arriving in the UAE. While India is not included in the list, Indian citizens holding ordinary passports, visit visas, US permanent resident cards, or residence visas in the UK and European Union countries, valid for at least six months, can avail of the visa-on-arrival facility when visiting the UAE. Moreover, they can extend their stay in the UAE by an additional 14 days once their…