Visa for the UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi): what you need with your passport
Entry rules for the UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi) for people travelling from Germany, by passport. Choose yours for the details.
Current travel advice: The German Foreign Office advises against non-essential travel to the UAE. Read the current advice.
| Passport | What you need | Government fee | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| German | No visa needed | None | 90 days within 180 days |
| Turkish | Visa from the embassy | Varies | Per visa issued |
| Ukrainian | No visa needed | None | 30 days |
| Moroccan | Visa from the embassy | Varies | Per visa issued |
| Egyptian | Visa from the embassy | Varies | Per visa issued |
| Tunisian | Visa from the embassy | Varies | Per visa issued |
| Iraqi | Visa from the embassy | Varies | Per visa issued |
| Afghan | We check it for you | - | - |
| Pakistani | Visa from the embassy | Varies | Per visa issued |
| Indian | Visa on arrival | about EUR 24 (100 AED) | 14 days single entry |
Good to know before you travel to UAE
- Passport must be valid at least 6 months from arrival, machine-readable and in good condition
- Visa-free entry for 30 or 90 days depends on nationality; all other nationalities need a pre-arranged visit visa
- Pre-arranged tourist visas are issued via ICP, GDRFA Dubai, UAE airlines (Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia) or licensed sponsors; fees vary by channel
- German ID cards are not accepted; a passport is required
- Rules can change without notice; confirm with ICP or GDRFA before travel
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