Visa requirements

Do American citizens need a visa for UAE?

Visa on arrival
Visa on arrival · Free · 90 days (within a 180-day period)

American citizens can get a visa on arrival in UAE for up to 90 days (within a 180-day period). Have the fee and required documents ready at the border.

Max stay
90 days (within a 180-day period)
Fee
Free
Processing
On arrival
What you need
  • Valid passport
  • Return ticket
Verify with the official source

Visa rules change often. Always confirm the current requirements on UAE's own government visa authority before you book.

UAE ICP portal
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American visa requirements elsewhere
American → Japan American → Thailand American → France American → Italy American → Spain American → Turkey American → Indonesia American → Mexico American → Portugal American → Greece
Who needs a visa for UAE?
Canadian citizens British citizens Australian citizens Indian citizens German citizens French citizens Filipino citizens Chinese citizens Brazilian citizens Nigerian citizens

Visa rules change frequently and this page is a guide, not legal advice — always confirm current requirements with the official UAE embassy or consulate before booking travel. Our visa data is reviewed quarterly: last reviewed September 2026, next review December 2026.