What is the official eVisa portal for United Arab Emirates?

The official government portal for United Arab Emirates is https://www.gdrfad.gov.ae/en. Always verify the URL to avoid scam sites.

How long does a United Arab Emirates visa take to process?

United Arab Emirates visa applications typically take 1 to 5 Days to process.

How much does the United Arab Emirates visa cost?

The estimated government fee for United Arab Emirates is $55 - $85.

United Arab Emirates

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Avg. Processing Time

1 to 5 Days

Estimated Gov Fee

$55 - $85^*

*Fees are estimates, please check gov't website for accurate cost.

Official Gateways

eVisa (Dubai) https://www.gdrfad.gov.ae/en

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eVisa (Abu Dhabi) https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/login

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Entry Information

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Travellers may obtain an e-visa prior to departure for Dubai via the online portal: https://smart.gdrfad.gov.ae/HomePage.aspx.
Travellers may obtain an e-visa prior to departure for Abu Dhabi via the online portal: https://smartservices.icp.gov.ae/echannels/web/client/default.html#/login.

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