UAE visa by nationality

UAE visa rules by nationality fall into five groups: 73 countries enter visa-free for 90 days, 12 get a free 30-day visa on arrival, Mexico gets 180 days, GCC citizens need no visa, and 80 nationalities need a pre-arranged eVisa — typically approved in 24–72 hours. Find your passport below.

Visa-free — 180 days — 1 country

The longest allowance the UAE grants.

🇲🇽 Mexico

Visa-free — 90 days — 73 countries

Up to 90 days within a 180-day period, multiple entries.

Visa on arrival — 30 days — 12 countries

Free stamp at the border, no application.

GCC — no visa needed — 5 countries

Entry with a GCC passport or national ID.

Pre-arranged eVisa required — 80 countries

Apply online before flying — typically approved in 24–72 hours.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know if my nationality needs a UAE visa?

Find your country below — every passport is in one of five groups: 180-day visa-free (Mexico), 90-day visa-free (73 countries), 30-day visa on arrival (12), GCC no-visa entry, or pre-arranged eVisa (80 countries). Each country page shows the exact rule, fees and documents.

Which nationalities get free entry to the UAE?

86 nationalities enter without applying: 73 get 90 days visa-free, 12 get a free 30-day visa on arrival, and Mexicans get 180 days. GCC citizens need no visa at all.

What if my country needs a pre-arranged visa?

You apply online — passport scan, photo and travel dates. The standard 30-day tourist eVisa is typically approved within 24–72 hours and emailed to you. No embassy visit is needed.

How accurate is this list?

Every entry is verified against official sources (u.ae, GDRFA, ICP, embassy pages and visa-waiver agreements) and was last reviewed on 2026-07-29. Rules change without notice — each country page carries its review date.

Rules are set by UAE immigration authorities (GDRFA/ICP) and change without notice. Every entry above was verified against official sources; last full review: 2026-07-29.