UAE Outlines Entry Requirements and Fees for Study and Training Visas

Update — November 4, 2026 3:18 PM CST: Emirates requires passengers flying to or transiting through the United States to complete a mandatory attestation form starting November 4. The document declares travellers have not been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo within the preceding 21 days. Physical printed and signed forms must be presented at check-in or boarding gates.

Update — November 4, 2026 3:18 PM CST: Emirates passengers flying to or transiting through the United States must complete and sign a mandatory passenger attestation form prior to check-in starting November 4. The form requires travellers to declare that they have not been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo within the 21 days preceding departure. Passengers must present a printed physical copy at the airport to avoid check-in delays.

Update — November 3, 2026 2:18 PM CST: The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Kosovo have signed a memorandum of understanding on the mutual exemption of visa requirements for holders of ordinary, diplomatic, special, and mission passports. Under the arrangement, UAE citizens with passports valid for at least six months can stay in Kosovo for up to 90 days per visit, while Kosovo citizens with valid passports can enter the UAE without an entry visa. Bilateral leaders affirmed the agreement aims to bolster ties across political, economic, cultural, and educational spheres.

Update — November 3, 2026 2:18 PM CST: The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Kosovo have signed a memorandum of understanding on mutual visa exemptions for passport holders. UAE citizens with valid passports can enter Kosovo without a visa for up to 90 days per visit. In return, Kosovo passport holders are exempt from visa requirements when entering the UAE.

Update — November 1, 2026 11:16 PM CST: Dubai has introduced a new service allowing visitors to apply directly for single- and multiple-entry tourist visas via the Visit Dubai website. The initiative operates alongside existing application channels and retains GDRFA Dubai as the issuing authority. Updated UAE immigration rules also clarify pre-travel visa requirements for Indian passport holders holding UK visas.

Update — November 1, 2026 11:15 PM CST: Dubai has introduced a new digital service allowing international visitors to apply directly for tourist visas through the official Visit Dubai website. Applications are typically processed within three working days, with single-entry fees starting from Dh200 excluding VAT. Existing application channels via government portals, travel agencies, and partner airlines remain active.

Update — October 30, 2026 9:39 PM CST: Travellers departing the UAE ahead of the New Year holidays face updated border and entry regulations across several popular international destinations. Revisions introduced in 2026 include Europe's digital border registration, higher British electronic travel fees, and revised visa duration and security rules in Thailand. Requirements vary depending on whether travellers hold UAE citizenship or foreign passports as UAE residents.

Update — October 29, 2026 8:16 AM CST: The UAE's Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security has detailed fees and conditions for 14-day and 60-day entry visas for eligible foreign nationals. Citizens of Kenya, South Africa, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines qualify if they hold valid residence permits from nine designated countries. The 14-day visa costs AED 100 with a one-time extension permitted, while the 60-day visa costs AED 250 for a non-extendable stay.

Update — October 29, 2026 8:15 AM CST: The UAE has detailed the fee structure and regulations for its 14-day and 60-day entry visa scheme, which has been expanded to six new nationalities. Eligible applicants must hold a valid residence permit from one of nine designated countries. The 14-day visa costs AED 100 with a single extension permitted, while the 60-day single-entry visa costs AED 250 without extension.

Update — October 29, 2026 8:15 AM CST: The UAE's Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security has outlined entry visa fees and regulations for six newly eligible nationalities. Travelers holding valid residency in one of nine approved partner countries can access 14-day visas for AED 100 or 60-day visas for AED 250. A daily overstay penalty of AED 50 applies to individuals remaining in the country beyond their permitted period.

Update — October 28, 2026 7:24 AM CST: The United Arab Emirates has expanded eligibility for its 14-day and 60-day entry visa schemes to citizens of Kenya, South Africa, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines. Applicants must hold a valid residence permit from one of nine approved jurisdictions, including the United States, the European Union, and the United Kingdom. Visas carry fees of AED 100 for 14 days and AED 250 for 60 days, with overstay fines set at AED 50 per day.

Update — October 25, 2026 1:14 AM CST: Governments updated travel advisories for the United Arab Emirates in October 2026 citing heightened regional conflict and security risks. The United States raised its advisory to Level 3, urging citizens to reconsider travel, while the UK, Canada, and Australia advise a high degree of caution. Notices highlight concerns over potential threats to transportation hubs, tourism sites, and Gulf airspace.

Update — October 22, 2026 10:16 PM CST: The UAE has confirmed its 2026 entry rules, granting visa-free access to nationals from over 70 countries under a tiered duration framework. Citizens from 49 countries, including China, qualify for stays of up to 90 days within a rolling 180-day window without employment rights, while GCC nationals face no stay limits. A conditional 14- or 60-day visa on arrival is also available for seven nations whose citizens hold valid residence permits from select Western jurisdictions or Japan.

Update — October 22, 2026 10:15 PM CST: The UAE has confirmed its 2026 entry guidelines, providing visa-free access or visa-on-arrival to nationals from more than 70 countries under a tiered system. Citizens of 49 nations, including China, the US, and the UK, can stay visa-free for up to 90 days, while GCC nationals face no duration caps. Travellers from seven specified countries qualify for conditional 14-day or 60-day visas on arrival if holding valid residency from designated jurisdictions.

Update — October 16, 2026 1:24 PM CST: The United Arab Emirates has published a list of 46 European nations whose citizens can enter without obtaining a prior visa. The eligible destinations range from major European economies and Nordic nations to smaller sovereign states and parts of Eastern Europe. The measure facilitates entry for tourism, transit, and short-term visits.

Update — October 12, 2026 5:15 PM CST: The UAE has introduced a five-year multiple-entry tourist visa allowing eligible international visitors to enter without a local sponsor. The visa permits stays of up to 90 days per visit, though visitors cannot stay continuously for five years. Applicants must apply via official channels and fulfill all eligibility criteria.

Update — October 12, 2026 5:14 PM CST: The UAE has established a five-year multiple-entry tourist visa permitting eligible international travellers, including Indian nationals, to visit without a local sponsor. Stays are permitted for up to 90 days per visit through official visa channels. Applicants are advised to confirm financial requirements, fees, and conditions prior to booking travel.

Update — October 12, 2026 5:13 PM CST: The United Arab Emirates has introduced a five-year multiple-entry tourist visa for eligible international travellers, including visitors from India. The visa permits repeated visits of up to 90 days per stay without requiring a local sponsor. Applicants can apply through the UAE's official visa channels subject to eligibility conditions.

Update — October 7, 2026 10:44 AM CST: The UAE has outlined terms and conditions for a special 60-day entry visa covering ordinary passport holders and four eligible family categories. The service applies to nationals of seven countries who hold valid visas or residence permits from designated third countries. Eligible relatives include spouses, sons, daughters, and parents who meet the same documentation requirements as the primary applicant.

Update — October 6, 2026 9:39 PM CST: The UAE Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Authority has published document requirements for its special 60-day entry visa. Eligible nationals of designated countries and their family members must provide three specific documents to complete applications through the ICP portal. Applicants must hold a qualifying visa, residence permit, or Green Card issued by designated countries.

Update — October 6, 2026 9:38 PM CST: The UAE has outlined an entry pathway allowing ordinary passport holders from Kenya and South Africa to obtain a 60-day visa. Applicants must hold a valid visa or residence permit from recognized jurisdictions including the US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, and Japan. Qualified travelers may also sponsor immediate family members including spouses, children, parents, and parents-in-law.

Update — October 6, 2026 8:19 AM CST: The UAE's General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs has detailed three core requirements for foreign nationals applying for single-entry tourist visas. Applicants must present a passport valid for at least six months, confirmed onward travel tickets, and valid local medical insurance. The permits cover stays of 30 or 60 days and require sponsorship by a registered UAE tourism establishment.

Update — October 2, 2026 4:11 PM CST: UAE immigration rules permit travelers to extend entry and visit permits without leaving the country, subject to specific limits based on visa type. According to the ICP, tourist permits can be extended up to a total of 120 days, whereas family visit and job-exploration permits allow stays up to 180 days. Authorities also specified in-country fees and an overstay penalty of Dh50 per day.

Update — October 2, 2026 4:13 AM CST: UAE authorities have launched an investigation into potential terrorist intent after a co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain on a flydubai flight to Tel Aviv. Passengers and travelling crew subdued the attacker after the plane plunged approximately 17,000 feet, safely diverting to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. Flydubai has suspended all flights to Israel while the inquiry proceeds.

Update — October 2, 2026 4:13 AM CST: UAE authorities have launched an investigation into whether a mid-air attack aboard an Israel-bound flydubai flight was linked to terrorism. The Boeing 737 diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, after passengers and crew subdued a co-pilot who attacked the captain. Flydubai has suspended flights to Israel while the inquiry is conducted.

Update — September 30, 2026 3:15 AM CST: The UAE has permitted eligible travellers to renew certain visitor visas without exiting the country under rules administered by federal and Dubai immigration authorities. Tourist permits can be extended up to a total stay of 120 days, while business exploration and personal visit visas can reach up to 180 days. Overstaying an authorised stay incurs a daily fine of Dh50 with no grace period.

Update — September 27, 2026 11:12 PM CST: The UAE government has published four official categories of individuals that foreign residents can sponsor on a visit visa. The list encompasses first-degree, second-degree, and third-degree family relatives, as well as non-relative friends. The clarification details permissible relationships ranging from immediate family members to distant relatives and friends.

Update — September 27, 2026 10:30 AM CST: The United Arab Emirates has agreed to lift travel restrictions on Uganda subject to an on-site assessment within seven days. Uganda's Foreign Minister announced the decision following bilateral talks with UAE Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan. A UAE delegation will inspect the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority and related entities to evaluate preparedness before restrictions are officially removed.

Update — September 27, 2026 10:20 AM CST: The UAE has announced the easing of precautionary entry and visa measures imposed on Ugandan nationals following the conclusion of Uganda's Ebola outbreak monitoring period. Precautionary restrictions on travellers from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan remain in effect. A UAE delegation is scheduled to inspect Uganda's civil aviation and health preparedness within seven days ahead of full implementation.