Planning a trip to Abu Dhabi? Good news! Citizens of many countries can enjoy the convenience of getting a visa on arrival at Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport. Whether you’re traveling for a short holiday or a business trip, the visa-on-arrival process is designed to be straightforward and hassle-free. Here’s everything you need to know about Abu Dhabi’s visa on arrival process, including which countries are eligible, what documents you’ll need, and how to ensure a smooth arrival experience.
Who Is Eligible for a Visa on Arrival?
Citizens from a wide range of countries can obtain a visa on arrival in Abu Dhabi, free of charge. If you hold a passport from one of the following countries, you won’t need to apply for a visa in advance:
Eligible Countries for Visa on Arrival:
| Andorra | Hong Kong (SAR of China) | Poland |
| Argentina | Hungary | Republic of Mauritius |
| Australia | Iceland | Republic of El Salvador |
| Austria | Ireland | Portugal |
| Bahamas | Italy | Romania |
| Bahrain | Japan | Russia |
| Barbados | Kazakhstan | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
| Belgium | Kuwait | San Marino |
| Brazil | Latvia | Saudi Arabia |
| Brunei | Liechtenstein | Serbia |
| Bulgaria | Lithuania | Seychelles |
| Canada | Luxembourg | Singapore |
| Chile | Malaysia | Slovakia |
| Costa Rica | Maldives | Slovenia |
| Croatia | Malta | Solomon |
| Cyprus | Mexico | South Korea |
| Czech Republic | Monaco | Spain |
| Denmark | Montenegro | Sweden |
| Estonia | Nauru | Switzerland |
| Finland | Netherlands | The Vatican |
| France | New Zealand | Ukraine |
| Germany | Norway | United Kingdom |
| Greece | Oman | United States of America |
| Honduras | People’s Republic of China | Uruguay |
GCC citizens do not need a visa to enter the UAE.
