{"id":13207,"date":"2025-10-17T18:52:10","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T13:22:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/?p=13207"},"modified":"2025-10-28T11:06:43","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T05:36:43","slug":"visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/","title":{"rendered":"Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens | Trave..."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"684\" height=\"452\" src=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5.webp\" alt=\"Blog banner image of visa on arrival countries for uae citizens.\" class=\"wp-image-13209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5.webp 684w, https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5-300x198.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 684px) 100vw, 684px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-1-introduction\" data-level=\"2\">1. Introduction<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-2-what-does-visa-on-arrival-mean\" data-level=\"2\">2. What Does Visa on Arrival Mean?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-3-list-of-visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\" data-level=\"2\">3. List of Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-4-entry-requirements-for-visa-on-arrival\" data-level=\"2\">4. Entry Requirements for Visa on Arrival<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-5-popular-destinations-uae-citizens-prefer\" data-level=\"2\">5. Popular Destinations UAE Citizens Prefer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-6-travel-tips-for-visa-on-arrival-countries\" data-level=\"2\">6. Travel Tips for Visa on Arrival Countries<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-7-visa-free-amp-evisa-alternatives\" data-level=\"2\">7. Visa-Free &amp; eVisa Alternatives<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-8-faqs\" data-level=\"2\">8. FAQs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-9-conclusion\" data-level=\"2\">9. Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A visa on arrival enables Emirati citizens to travel easily to many countries in Asia, Africa, and even Europe that grant access. Counted among the Maldives beaches and mountain tops in Georgia, it would be the ideal facilitation for short trips without having to pass through embassies. Discover which destinations permit this, the required documentation, and aim for a smooth entry process for convenient travel, now a stress-free undertaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-introduction\">1. Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As one of the strongest passports in the world, the UAE passport ranks high among countries that grant its carriers vast travel privileges. Such a global standing has increased the number of countries under the <a href=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/\">Visa-on-arrival policy for UAE citizens<\/a> and made travel much easier for spontaneous events within well-known travel destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a world that urges flexibility, visa-on-arrival travel seems increasingly attractive. No appointment at the embassy, less paperwork, and more flexibility-these are the advantages most UAE citizens hold evidence for. In this guide, we are going to explore &#8220;visa on arrival:&#8221; what it means, list countries giving it to UAE citizens, entry requirements, travel tips, and much more. We shall be learning more here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-what-does-visa-on-arrival-mean\">2. What Does Visa on Arrival Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Visas on arrival are visas that are granted to travelers only when they reach the destination, instead of getting one before departing from their country of origin. The traveler does the course of action at the port of entry (airport, land border, or seaport) and pays any fees due rather than applying straight to the government office (embassy or consulate).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It differs from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Visa-free: <\/strong>No visa required for entry for any period of time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>e<strong>Visa\/electric visa:<\/strong> Apply online in advance and be authorized before travelling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For the UAE nationals, it reduces most of the hassles that usually come with pre-travel requirements and facilitates last-minute travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-list-of-visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\">3. List of Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some countries from different continents are put here for which a visa on arrival (or similar arrival visas) is offered to UAE passport holders. Check the latest policy before you travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-europe\">a. Europe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Turkey<\/strong> \u2013 UAE citizens can get a visa on arrival (e-Visa) up to 30 days (tourist\/business)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Azerbaijan<\/strong> \u2013 Visa available at the arrival destination (or e-Visa) for 30 days at most<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Georgia<\/strong> \u2013 Normally, a free entrance for UAE holders. Certain visits, however, function as a visa on arrival. Holders can stay up to 90 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Montenegro<\/strong> \u2013 Certain entry permissions for <a href=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/uae-residence-visa-requirements-services\/\">UAE residents<\/a>\/passport holders (check current terms)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-b-asia\">b. Asia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Maldives<\/strong> \u2013 A 30-day visa on arrival for UAE citizens only<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sri Lanka<\/strong> \u2013 Has an option of a visa on arrival through Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for up to 30 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thailand<\/strong> \u2013 Visa on arrival for UAE citizens; validity is usually up to 30 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Indonesia (Bali \/ Indonesia generally)<\/strong> \u2013 30-day visa on arrival (generally extendable in numerous cases)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cambodia<\/strong> \u2013 Visa on arrival either at airports or land borders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nepal<\/strong> \u2013 Visa on arrival; usually permits entry for 90 days for visiting purposes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-c-africa\">c. Africa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Kenya<\/strong> \u2013 Visa on arrival for UAE citizens (various sources report a stay of 90 days or less)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Madagascar<\/strong> \u2013 Visa upon arrival (duration varies)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mauritius<\/strong> \u2013 Visa upon arrival for many UAE travelers for a period of 60 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seychelles<\/strong> \u2013 More of a visitor permit upon arrival than a formal visa<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-d-americas\">d. Americas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Visa on arrival is least common in the Americas, but a few smaller countries or territories may have visas available on arrival for citizens of the UAE. It is best to check with the local immigration authority of the destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-e-oceania\">e. Oceania<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some island nations may provide arrival visas or relaxed entry options for UAE nationals, but these opportunities are few. For instance, there are times when Fiji offers its nationals visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-entry-requirements-for-visa-on-arrival\">4. Entry Requirements for Visa on Arrival<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Though a visa is mostly hassle-free upon arrival, some conditions also have to be met:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Passport validity<\/strong>: Most countries recognize a valid passport for at least 6 months beyond the travel dates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Required documents<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>A valid passport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Return or onward ticket<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hotel\/accommodation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sufficient funds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid UAE residency visa if applicable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>On-arrival fee<\/strong>: Some countries charge a visa fee upon arrival. Carry cash in local currency or USD (if accepted).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Other checks<\/strong>: A few countries may also require health\/travel insurance, visa application forms filled out at the airport, fingerprints, or even other immigration checks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-popular-destinations-uae-citizens-prefer\">5. Popular Destinations UAE Citizens Prefer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are 4-5 popular visa-on-arrival countries for visiting UAE citizens and their popularity:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Maldives: <\/strong>A tropical favorite vacation spot for UAE citizens, it is popular for beach resorts, island life, and relaxation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sri Lanka: <\/strong>Cultures, beaches, and tea plantations invite the travel seeker for a nature getaway<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Georgia: <\/strong>Beautiful high mountain scenery, history, and budget-friendly for UAE tourists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thailand:<\/strong> Familiar and within reach. Heavy tourism infrastructure, enchanting cities, and nature&#8217;s wonders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kenya: <\/strong>Safari, wildlife, and eco-friendly attractions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These destinations shape up as the easiest to realize with the most potential in tourism, hence, go-to destinations for UAE travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-travel-tips-for-visa-on-arrival-countries\">6. Travel Tips for Visa on Arrival Countries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Travel Health Insurance: <\/strong>Always have health and trip insurance when you travel. Some countries may ask for it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Best Time to Travel: <\/strong>Knowledge of seasonal concerns like monsoon, peak tourist season, etc., will play a role in maximizing your experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Airport Entry Process: <\/strong>Come early, have relevant documents at hand, fill forms on the plane or before disembarking, and carry some petty cash for the visa fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoid Delays: <\/strong>Download and fill out the arrival card or immigration forms in advance, carry clear communication of hotel and flight, and be prepared to show funds during inspection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Local Rules &amp; Restrictions:<\/strong> Respect local rules (dress codes, public behavior, banned items) and inquire about travel warnings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Possibility of Extension: <\/strong>Some countries are visa-on-arrival but extendable. Check well ahead of time through travel immigration rules<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-visa-free-amp-evisa-alternatives\">7. Visa-Free &amp; eVisa Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Visa on arrival is easy, but travelers of the UAE also enjoy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Visa-free access<\/strong>: Where no visa or arrival formalities are needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>eVisas \/ electronic visas<\/strong>: Apply for your visa online ahead of time before departure to places that disallow upon arrival processing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Countless European countries have visa-free stays for UAE passport holders. Others need eVisa applications. That way, you have an option in case of visa-on-arrival denial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-faqs\">8. FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760706891506\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q1. How many countries offer a visa on arrival to UAE citizens?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The number changes from year to year, depending on changes in policies. Nevertheless, these days, dozens of countries have been granting UAE passport holders a visa-on-arrival or related arrangements. The exact list may fluctuate with bilateral agreements or immigration policies.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760706907500\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q2. Can UAE residents also get a visa on arrival?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, sometimes UAE residents (expats) may be granted visa-on-arrival privileges for particular countries, although the original passport of the resident comes into play here, as not all destinations grant this privilege to residents.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760706927317\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q3. What documents should I carry?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You must carry an active passport (with a minimum of 6 months&#8217; validity), return air ticket, hotel booking or proof of accommodation, proof of funds, residency visa or UAE ID (if applicable), and sufficient local currency or US dollars for expenses.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1760706946619\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q4. Are visa-on-arrival fees refundable if entry is denied?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If the entry is denied, this fee is not refundable. The reasons for denying entry are always at the discretion of the immigration officer, given factors outside your control, and visa-on-arrival fees are hardly refundable.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-conclusion\">9. Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Visa-on-arrival access makes travel easier for UAE citizens, offering flexibility to explore global destinations without embassy procedures. Yet, visa rules vary by country and can change frequently, making it essential to stay updated on entry requirements, fees, and documentation. For reliable assistance, Arnifi provides expert visa services and travel documentation support, helping UAE citizens and residents verify visa eligibility, prepare the right paperwork, and ensure a smooth travel experience from start to finish.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A visa on arrival enables Emirati citizens to travel easily to many countries in Asia, Africa, and even Europe that grant access. Counted among the Maldives beaches and mountain tops in Georgia, it would be the ideal facilitation for short trips without having to pass through embassies. Discover which destinations permit this, the required documentation, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":13209,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4477],"tags":[],"acf":[],"contentshake_article_id":"","yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v21.2 (Yoast SEO v22.5) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens | Travel Guide<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Which countries offer a visa on arrival for UAE citizens? Explore destinations, rules, and tips. Follow Arnifi for more!\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens | Travel Guide\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Which countries offer a visa on arrival for UAE citizens? Explore destinations, rules, and tips. Follow Arnifi for more!\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Arnifi Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/arnifiofficial\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2025-10-17T13:22:10+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-10-28T05:36:43+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5.webp\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"684\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"452\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/webp\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Ishika Bhandari\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@arnifiofficial\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@arnifiofficial\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Ishika Bhandari\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"7 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Ishika Bhandari\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/9c25f86c27432681c07331196925cafb\"},\"headline\":\"Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens | Trave...\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-10-17T13:22:10+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-10-28T05:36:43+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/\"},\"wordCount\":1335,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5.webp\",\"articleSection\":[\"Visa Services\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#respond\"]}],\"accessibilityFeature\":[\"tableOfContents\"]},{\"@type\":[\"WebPage\",\"FAQPage\"],\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/\",\"name\":\"Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens | Travel Guide\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5.webp\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-10-17T13:22:10+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-10-28T05:36:43+00:00\",\"description\":\"Which countries offer a visa on arrival for UAE citizens? Explore destinations, rules, and tips. Follow Arnifi for more!\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#breadcrumb\"},\"mainEntity\":[{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706891506\"},{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706907500\"},{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706927317\"},{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706946619\"}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5.webp\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5.webp\",\"width\":684,\"height\":452,\"caption\":\"Blog banner image of visa on arrival countries for uae citizens.\"},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens | Trave...\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/\",\"name\":\"Arnifi\",\"description\":\"Arnifi is digital first Corporate service provider helping companies enter the Middle East region, starting with UAE and Saudi Arabia markets\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":\"required name=search_term_string\"}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#organization\",\"name\":\"Arnifi\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cropped-logo-removebg-preview.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cropped-logo-removebg-preview.png\",\"width\":835,\"height\":208,\"caption\":\"Arnifi\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/arnifiofficial\",\"https:\/\/x.com\/arnifiofficial\",\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/arnifiofficial\/\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/9c25f86c27432681c07331196925cafb\",\"name\":\"Ishika Bhandari\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ed4d6f0e205379795d83638e0bdbce94?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ed4d6f0e205379795d83638e0bdbce94?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Ishika Bhandari\"},\"description\":\"Content Writer\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/author\/ishika\/\"},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706891506\",\"position\":1,\"url\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706891506\",\"name\":\"Q1. How many countries offer a visa on arrival to UAE citizens?\",\"answerCount\":1,\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The number changes from year to year, depending on changes in policies. Nevertheless, these days, dozens of countries have been granting UAE passport holders a visa-on-arrival or related arrangements. The exact list may fluctuate with bilateral agreements or immigration policies.\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706907500\",\"position\":2,\"url\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706907500\",\"name\":\"Q2. Can UAE residents also get a visa on arrival?\",\"answerCount\":1,\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes, sometimes UAE residents (expats) may be granted visa-on-arrival privileges for particular countries, although the original passport of the resident comes into play here, as not all destinations grant this privilege to residents.\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706927317\",\"position\":3,\"url\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706927317\",\"name\":\"Q3. What documents should I carry?\",\"answerCount\":1,\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"You must carry an active passport (with a minimum of 6 months' validity), return air ticket, hotel booking or proof of accommodation, proof of funds, residency visa or UAE ID (if applicable), and sufficient local currency or US dollars for expenses.\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706946619\",\"position\":4,\"url\":\"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706946619\",\"name\":\"Q4. Are visa-on-arrival fees refundable if entry is denied?\",\"answerCount\":1,\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"If the entry is denied, this fee is not refundable. The reasons for denying entry are always at the discretion of the immigration officer, given factors outside your control, and visa-on-arrival fees are hardly refundable.\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO Premium plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens | Travel Guide","description":"Which countries offer a visa on arrival for UAE citizens? Explore destinations, rules, and tips. Follow Arnifi for more!","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens | Travel Guide","og_description":"Which countries offer a visa on arrival for UAE citizens? Explore destinations, rules, and tips. Follow Arnifi for more!","og_url":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/","og_site_name":"Arnifi Blog","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/arnifiofficial","article_published_time":"2025-10-17T13:22:10+00:00","article_modified_time":"2025-10-28T05:36:43+00:00","og_image":[{"width":684,"height":452,"url":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5.webp","type":"image\/webp"}],"author":"Ishika Bhandari","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@arnifiofficial","twitter_site":"@arnifiofficial","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Ishika Bhandari","Est. reading time":"7 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/"},"author":{"name":"Ishika Bhandari","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/9c25f86c27432681c07331196925cafb"},"headline":"Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens | Trave...","datePublished":"2025-10-17T13:22:10+00:00","dateModified":"2025-10-28T05:36:43+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/"},"wordCount":1335,"commentCount":0,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5.webp","articleSection":["Visa Services"],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#respond"]}],"accessibilityFeature":["tableOfContents"]},{"@type":["WebPage","FAQPage"],"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/","url":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/","name":"Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens | Travel Guide","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5.webp","datePublished":"2025-10-17T13:22:10+00:00","dateModified":"2025-10-28T05:36:43+00:00","description":"Which countries offer a visa on arrival for UAE citizens? Explore destinations, rules, and tips. Follow Arnifi for more!","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#breadcrumb"},"mainEntity":[{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706891506"},{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706907500"},{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706927317"},{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706946619"}],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5.webp","contentUrl":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Thumbnail-5.webp","width":684,"height":452,"caption":"Blog banner image of visa on arrival countries for uae citizens."},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Visa on Arrival Countries for UAE Citizens | Trave..."}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#website","url":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/","name":"Arnifi","description":"Arnifi is digital first Corporate service provider helping companies enter the Middle East region, starting with UAE and Saudi Arabia markets","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#organization","name":"Arnifi","url":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cropped-logo-removebg-preview.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/cropped-logo-removebg-preview.png","width":835,"height":208,"caption":"Arnifi"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/arnifiofficial","https:\/\/x.com\/arnifiofficial","https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/arnifiofficial\/"]},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/9c25f86c27432681c07331196925cafb","name":"Ishika Bhandari","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ed4d6f0e205379795d83638e0bdbce94?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ed4d6f0e205379795d83638e0bdbce94?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Ishika Bhandari"},"description":"Content Writer","url":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/author\/ishika\/"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706891506","position":1,"url":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706891506","name":"Q1. How many countries offer a visa on arrival to UAE citizens?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"The number changes from year to year, depending on changes in policies. Nevertheless, these days, dozens of countries have been granting UAE passport holders a visa-on-arrival or related arrangements. The exact list may fluctuate with bilateral agreements or immigration policies.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706907500","position":2,"url":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706907500","name":"Q2. Can UAE residents also get a visa on arrival?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes, sometimes UAE residents (expats) may be granted visa-on-arrival privileges for particular countries, although the original passport of the resident comes into play here, as not all destinations grant this privilege to residents.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706927317","position":3,"url":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706927317","name":"Q3. What documents should I carry?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"You must carry an active passport (with a minimum of 6 months' validity), return air ticket, hotel booking or proof of accommodation, proof of funds, residency visa or UAE ID (if applicable), and sufficient local currency or US dollars for expenses.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706946619","position":4,"url":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/visa-on-arrival-countries-for-uae-citizens\/#faq-question-1760706946619","name":"Q4. Are visa-on-arrival fees refundable if entry is denied?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"If the entry is denied, this fee is not refundable. The reasons for denying entry are always at the discretion of the immigration officer, given factors outside your control, and visa-on-arrival fees are hardly refundable.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13207"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/21"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13207"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13207\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13422,"href":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13207\/revisions\/13422"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13209"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13207"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13207"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/arnifi.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13207"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}