The Visa Desk · for Indian passports
United Arab Emirates visa.
The honest, current version: what it costs, what they ask for, and how long it really takes. Checked June 2026.
Tourist
What it ise Visa (no embassy visit), via airline/hotel/agent or ICP/GDRFA online
Fees~₹6,000 to 8,500 (30/60-day, varies by processor)
Takes3 to 5 working days
Validity30 or 60 days, single / multiple entry
Apply viaOnline (ICP federal / GDRFA Dubai) or via airline / travel agent
Good to knowNo consulate visit. Holders of valid US/UK/Schengen visas may qualify for visa on arrival.
The document checklist
- Passport, valid 6+ months
- Passport size photo (white background)
- Confirmed flight & hotel booking
- Proof of funds
Business
What it ise Visa (no embassy visit), via airline/hotel/agent or ICP/GDRFA online
Fees~₹6,000 to 8,500 (30/60-day, varies by processor)
Takes3 to 5 working days
Validity30 or 60 days, single / multiple entry
Apply viaOnline (ICP federal / GDRFA Dubai) or via airline / travel agent
Good to knowBusiness visit, No consulate visit. Holders of valid US/UK/Schengen visas may qualify for visa on arrival.
We do this end to end
Forms, appointment, the exact photo spec, a personal document checklist in your travel wallet, and a human who has filed this exact visa before. You pack, we paper.
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Sources: icp.gov.aegdrfad.gov.ae