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United Arab Emirates visa for Indian citizens

Applies via: VFS GlobalSources checked on

Indian citizens apply for a United Arab Emirates visa through VFS Global. The published fee for Transit : 48 Hours is INR 1085. Processing time (Normal): 5-6 working days from the date of submission (excluding Saturday, Sunday and UAE holidays) Application locations listed include Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Cochin and Hyderabad (5 more listed below). Sources checked on October 10, 2026.

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United Arab Emirates visa for Indians — key facts

Visa fee
INR 1085Transit : 48 Hours
Processing time
5-6 working days from the date of submission (excluding Saturday, Sunday and UAE holidays)Normal
Where to apply
10 locations listedAhmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai…
Insurance required
Not published

Overview

How do Indian citizens apply for a United Arab Emirates visa?

Applies via: VFS Global

Who handles applications in India

VFS Global in India is 'Trusted by Emirates and the Government of Dubai' and handles Dubai visas for travellers flying Emirates; selection of visa category is based on the Emirates ticket itinerary. Applicants fill the offline visa application form and submit it with mandatory documents at a VFS visa application centre after booking an appointment. Applicants must qualify under one eligibility criterion: travel record, financial records, or invitation from an immediate family member residing in the UAE.

How to apply from India — step by step

  1. 1

    Prepare your documents

    Gather the documents listed in the "Documents required" section — the common list plus the checklist for your visa category.

  2. 2

    Book an appointment

    Book an appointment with VFS Global (see the official links below).

  3. 3

    Submit your application

    Submit at a VFS Global centre or other listed location: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad, Kolkata and others listed below.

  4. 4

    Pay the fees

    Pay the visa fee shown in the "Visa fees" section, plus the service fee.

Steps follow the official pages in the Sources section; always follow the latest instructions there.

Before you apply

Visa fees

How much is the United Arab Emirates visa fee for Indian citizens?

  • Transit : 48 Hours

    INR 1085

    Express: INR 3225. Inclusive of service charge and tax; valid 30 days from issue

  • Transit : 96 Hours

    INR 4305

    Express: INR 6440

  • Tourist : 30 Days

    INR 7735

    Express: INR 9870; valid 58 days from issue

  • Multi Entry Short Term Visa : 30 Days

    INR 12770

    valid 58 days from issue

  • Tourist : 60 Days (Visit Visa)

    INR 17595

    valid 58 days from issue

  • Multi Entry Long Term Visa : 60 Days

    INR 22885

    valid 58 days from issue

  • Cancellation charge

    INR 3465 per visa

    Visa fee non-refundable under any circumstances

  • In-country extension

    AED 850 each time

    Tourist visas extendable by 30 days (thrice for 30-day, twice for 60-day/multi entry) at Emirates Commercial Visa Services, DXB Terminal 3

Service fee: Included in the published visa fees ('Visa fees inclusive of service charge and tax')

Checklist

What documents are required for a United Arab Emirates visa from India?

All applicants

9 items
  • Visa Application form duly filled (offline form)
  • Confirmed Return/Onward Emirates ticket, applicant's name and UAE entry/exit highlighted in yellow
  • Coloured recent passport-size photograph, white background, 2 x 2 inches
  • Coloured photocopy of passport front/external cover page and bio page, valid minimum 6 months at time of travel (names with special characters such as brackets not accepted)
  • Confirmed hotel voucher with confirmation number, name and check-in/out dates highlighted, matching flight dates (max two hotel bookings; 31+ days for 60-day single entry)
  • If visiting family/friends: host's tenancy contract/Ejari or title deed (two or more bedrooms) and UAE resident card
  • Coloured copy of valid visa/residence proof if nationality differs from country of residence
  • Eligibility proof - Criteria I: travel at least once in last 3 years or valid visa for USA, UK, Schengen, EU, Australia, New Zealand, Russia, Canada or Japan; Criteria II: last 2 years Form 16 or ITR with gross income above INR 2 lakhs p.a., or investments of INR 5 lakhs+ in bank/post office FDs (or in some cases USD 1000 refundable security deposit); Criteria III: invitation from immediate family member residing in UAE
  • Newly married couples: marriage certificate/notarised affidavit; if travelling immediately after marriage, NOC from parents with photo ID, wedding card and photograph

Transit : 48 Hours / 96 Hours

2 items
  • Valid visa for the destination country travelling to from the UAE
  • Confirmed hotel booking

Minors and students

1 item
  • Emirates cannot sponsor unaccompanied minors and students; considered only if travelling with parents

Photo

What are the United Arab Emirates visa photo specifications?

Size
2 x 2 inches
Background
plain white shadow-free background
  • coloured, recent, front-facing
  • close-up of head and partial shoulders, face centred, neutral expression, eyes open
  • no hair or frames covering the face
  • Polaroid photos or ordinary printer prints not accepted

Insurance

Is travel medical insurance required for a United Arab Emirates visa?

Not listed among mandatory documents

Processing

How long does United Arab Emirates visa processing take?

Normal
5-6 working days from the date of submission (excluding Saturday, Sunday and UAE holidays)
Express (Transit 48/96 hours, Tourist 30 days, Tourist 60 days)
Within 48 hours from submission

Visa types

Which United Arab Emirates visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Visa types (Dubai, via Emirates)

  • Transit : 48 Hours
  • Transit : 96 Hours
  • Tourist : 30 Days
  • Multi Entry Short Term Visa : 30 Days
  • Tourist : 60 Days
  • Multi Entry Long Term Visa : 60 Days

Where to apply

Where do Indian citizens apply for a United Arab Emirates visa?

  • Ahmedabad
  • Bengaluru
  • Chennai
  • Cochin
  • Hyderabad
  • Kolkata
  • Mumbai
  • New Delhi
  • Pune
  • Thiruvananthapuram (temporarily closed)

FAQ

United Arab Emirates visa for Indians — frequently asked questions

Answers built only from the VFS Global and embassy pages listed in the Sources section.

How much is the United Arab Emirates visa fee for Indian citizens?

Transit : 48 Hours: INR 1085; Transit : 96 Hours: INR 4305; Tourist : 30 Days: INR 7735. 5 more fee rows are listed on this page. Service fee: Included in the published visa fees ('Visa fees inclusive of service charge and tax').

What documents are required for a United Arab Emirates visa from India?

Visa Application form duly filled (offline form); Confirmed Return/Onward Emirates ticket, applicant's name and UAE entry/exit highlighted in yellow; Coloured recent passport-size photograph, white background, 2 x 2 inches; Coloured photocopy of passport front/external cover page and bio page, valid minimum 6 months at time of travel (names with special characters such as brackets not accepted); Confirmed hotel voucher with confirmation number, name and check-in/out dates highlighted, matching flight dates (max two hotel bookings; 31+ days for 60-day single entry); If visiting family/friends: host's tenancy contract/Ejari or title deed (two or more bedrooms) and UAE resident card. Plus 3 more items listed on this page. Category-specific checklists are listed for 2 visa categories.

How long does United Arab Emirates visa processing take for Indians?

Normal: 5-6 working days from the date of submission (excluding Saturday, Sunday and UAE holidays); Express (Transit 48/96 hours, Tourist 30 days, Tourist 60 days): Within 48 hours from submission.

Where do Indian citizens apply for a United Arab Emirates visa?

Applications go via VFS Global. Locations listed: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram (temporarily closed).

What photo size is required for a United Arab Emirates visa?

Size: 2 x 2 inches. Background: plain white shadow-free background.

Is travel medical insurance required for a United Arab Emirates visa?

Not listed among mandatory documents

Which United Arab Emirates visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Visa types (Dubai, via Emirates). 6 visa types are listed on this page.

Sources

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