On Thursday, the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) announced new visa-on-arrival privileges for Indian nationals. In light of recent reforms, Indian nationals with tourist visas for the UK and EU countries can now obtain a visa on arrival. Previously, this option was limited to individuals holding residence or tourist visas for the US, or those with residency in the UK and EU.
This provision applies to Indian nationals with visas and passports valid for at least six months. Furthermore, the authority announced that eligible Indian travelers can now obtain a 60-day visa for AED250. The authority also released an updated fee schedule for its services.
The visa issuance fee for a 14-day entry visa for Indian nationals and their family members, who hold visas, residencies, or green cards from the US, EU countries, or the UK is set at AED100. Extending this visa by an additional 14 days costs AED250, while a 60-day visa can be obtained for AED250.
Maj-Gen Suhail Saeed Al Khaili, director-general of the ICP, stated that expanding the visa-on-arrival option for certain Indian nationals is part of the long-term strategic partnership between the UAE and India. This initiative underscores the leadership’s commitment to strengthening economic and trade relations, attracting investments, entrepreneurs, and talent, and enhancing the UAE’s status as a global tourism and economic hub.
