If you’re a UAE resident (holding a UAE residence visa but not necessarily a UAE passport), you can enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to many countries in 2025. This guide covers all visa-on-arrival destinations, requirements, and essential travel tips for UAE residents.
π List of Visa-on-Arrival (VoA) Countries for UAE Residents (2025)
Hereβs the updated list of countries where UAE residents can get a visa on arrival (check if your nationality affects eligibility):
π¦πΈ Americas & Caribbean
- BoliviaΒ (90 days)
- DominicaΒ (6 months)
- HaitiΒ (3 months)
π Asia
- ArmeniaΒ (21/120 days)
- CambodiaΒ (30 days, extendable)
- LaosΒ (30 days)
- Macao (China)Β (30 days)
- MaldivesΒ (30 days)
- NepalΒ (15-90 days)
- Sri LankaΒ (30 days, ETA recommended)
- TajikistanΒ (45 days)
- Timor-LesteΒ (30 days)
π Africa
- ComorosΒ (45 days)
- Guinea-BissauΒ (90 days)
- MadagascarΒ (30-90 days)
- MauritaniaΒ (VoA at Nouakchott Airport)
- MozambiqueΒ (30 days)
- RwandaΒ (30 days, also e-visa)
- SeychellesΒ (30 days)
- SomaliaΒ (30 days, VoA at major airports)
- TanzaniaΒ (90 days, Zanzibar included)
- TogoΒ (7 days)
- UgandaΒ (90 days, also e-visa)
- ZambiaΒ (90 days, also e-visa)
- ZimbabweΒ (30 days, also e-visa)
π΄ Oceania
- PalauΒ (30 days)
- SamoaΒ (60 days)
- TuvaluΒ (30 days)
- VanuatuΒ (30 days)
π General Visa-on-Arrival Requirements for UAE Residents
While requirements vary by country, most visa-on-arrival approvals need:
β Valid UAE residence visa (minimum 3-6 months validity)
β Original passport (6+ months validity, blank pages)
β Return/onward ticket
β Proof of accommodation (hotel booking/invitation)
β Sufficient funds (varies, usually 100 per day)
β Passport-size photos (some countries require 1-2)
β Visa fee (USD/Euros cash, typically 100)
β Special Cases:
- Yellow fever certificateΒ required forΒ Comoros, Uganda, Tanzania
- E-visa recommendedΒ forΒ Sri Lanka, Rwanda, ZambiaΒ (faster entry)
π‘ Pro Tips for Smooth Visa on Arrival
- Check airline policiesΒ β Some may deny boarding without proof of funds/accommodation.
- Carry cashΒ β Many VoA countries donβt accept cards.
- Print documentsΒ β Hotel bookings, return tickets, etc.
- Verify UAE residency rulesΒ β Some countries requireΒ minimum 3-6 months validityΒ on residence visa.
π Best Visa-on-Arrival Destinations for UAE Residents
Country | Duration | Best For | Fee (USD) |
---|---|---|---|
Maldives | 30 days | Luxury beaches | Free |
Armenia | 120 days | Culture & hiking | Free (21 days) / ~$30 (120 days) |
Seychelles | 30 days | Island hopping | Free |
Zanzibar (Tanzania) | 90 days | Tropical paradise | $50 |
Cambodia | 30 days | Temples & history | $30 |
β Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Do UAE residents get visa-free entry anywhere?
β
Yes! Some countries like Maldives, Dominica, Seychelles allow visa-free entry (not just VoA).
Q: Can I get a visa on arrival with an expired UAE residence visa?
β No! Your UAE residency must be valid for at least 3-6 months in most cases.
Q: Is travel insurance mandatory?
β Recommended but not always required (check country rules).
β Final Thoughts
UAE residents enjoy easy access to 30+ visa-on-arrival countries in 2025, from tropical islands to cultural gems. Always double-check entry rules before flying, as policies can change.
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π Happy Travels!