Dubai Visa for Indian Citizens
Entry rules, visa fees in AED and INR, documents and how Indian citizens apply online.
Updated 21 October 2026 · Kite Star Tourism visa desk, Dubai · DET licence 978848
Visas from
AED 490≈ ₹12,620
Processing
2-4 Days
Visa options
10
Quick answer
Yes, in most cases. Indian citizens need a UAE visa before travelling, unless they qualify for the visa on arrival. The 30 Days Visa (single entry) costs AED 550 (about ₹14,166) and takes 2-4 days. You apply online with a passport scan and photo, and the e-visa is sent to your email and WhatsApp.
Dubai visa for Indian citizens at a glance
| Visa needed before travel? | Visa required, visa on arrival for some |
|---|---|
| Visa on arrival | Only with a qualifying US, UK, EU or other listed visa or residence permit |
| Cheapest visa | 30 Days Visa, AED 550 (about ₹14,166) |
| Visa types we process | Transit, Tourist, Business and Visa Extension |
| Length of stay options | 48 Hour, 30 Days, 14 Days, 96 Hour, 60 Days or 90 Days |
| Multiple entry available | Yes |
| Processing time | 2-4 Days |
| Express processing | From AED 750 extra (24-48 working hours), fastest 3-4 hours |
| Extension inside the UAE | Yes, from AED 1600 (about ₹41,209) |
| Passport validity | At least 6 months from arrival |
| How to apply | Online, no embassy visit |
| Time difference with New Delhi | Dubai is 1 hour 30 minutes behind New Delhi |
| Local currency | INR |
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Dubai?
India is on the UAE's visa-required list, so most Indian passport holders apply online before they travel. The visa is issued as an e-visa (PDF) that you show at check-in and on arrival.
Indian citizens with an ordinary passport can get a visa on arrival if they hold a valid visa, residence permit or green card from the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Your passport must be valid for at least six months. Fees and stay length are set by ICP, so confirm them before you fly.
Entry rules are based on the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa exemption list, checked on 21 October 2026. Rules can change, so confirm with ICP or your airline before you travel. MOFA list · ICP
Dubai visa fees for Indian citizens in AED and INR
Prices include our service fee and are charged in AED. INR amounts are approximate, converted at the 22 Oct 2026 rate; your bank's rate may differ.
48 Hours Visa
30 Days Visa
14 Days Visa
96 Hour Visa
60 Days Visa
30 Days Visa
60 Days Visa
90 Day Leisure visa
30 Days Inside Visa Extension
60 Days A2A Visa Extension
Which Dubai visa should Indian travellers choose?
| Your trip | Best visa | Price |
|---|---|---|
Holiday or family visit of up to 30 days The lowest-cost way to visit Dubai once. | 30 Days Visa (Single Entry) | AED 550 (about ₹14,166) |
Longer stay of up to 60 days Costs less than extending a 30-day visa later. | 60 Days Visa (Single Entry) | AED 850 (about ₹21,892) |
Several trips in and out of the UAE Lets you leave and come back while the visa is valid, for example a side trip to Oman. | 30 Days Visa (Multiple Entry) | AED 1100 (about ₹28,331) |
Stopover in Dubai between flights For a short break on the way to another country. | 48 Hours Visa (Single Entry) | AED 490 (about ₹12,620) |
Meetings, conferences or trade shows For business visits, not paid work. | 14 Days Visa (Single Entry) | AED 550 (about ₹14,166) |
Already in the UAE and need more time Apply before your current visa or entry permit expires. | 30 Days Inside Visa Extension (Single Entry) | AED 1600 (about ₹41,209) |
Documents Indian citizens need
- Indian passport valid for at least six months from your arrival date
- Clear colour scan of the passport photo page
- Recent passport-size photo with a white background
- Any extra document we ask for after reviewing your application
How Indian citizens apply online
- 1. Choose your visaPick a visa on this page and enter your travel date and traveller details.
- 2. Upload and pay onlineUpload a clear passport scan and photo, then pay securely online.
- 3. Get your e-visaWe check and submit your application, then send the approved e-visa to your email and WhatsApp.
Visa on arrival for Indian citizens: who qualifies
You can skip the advance e-visa and get a visa on arrival at UAE airports if all of these are true:
- You hold an ordinary Indian passport (not diplomatic or official).
- You have a valid visa, residence permit or green card from the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and Canada.
- Your Indian passport is valid for at least six months from your arrival date.
- You can show the qualifying visa or card to the immigration officer.
- If any of these don't apply, or you want certainty before you fly, apply for an e-visa with us instead.
Single or multiple entry: which do Indian citizens need?
A single-entry visa ends when you leave the UAE. The 30 Days Visa (single entry) costs AED 550 (about ₹14,166).
A multiple-entry visa lets you leave and come back while it's valid, for example a day trip to Oman or a stopover on your way home. The 30 Days Visa (multiple entry) costs AED 1100 (about ₹28,331).
If you're only flying in and out once, single entry is the better value.
Visa validity vs length of stay
These are two different limits. On the 30 Days Visa, validity is 58 Days: the window from the issue date in which you must enter the UAE. The stay is 30 Days: how long you can remain after you arrive.
Plan your travel date inside the validity window, and leave or extend before your stay runs out to avoid overstay fines.
Why Dubai visa applications from India get delayed or refused
UAE immigration makes the final decision, and no agency can guarantee approval. Most delays we see come from avoidable issues:
- Blurry, cropped or glare-covered passport scans.
- A photo that isn't recent, has a coloured background or shows glasses or shadows.
- A name spelled differently from the passport's machine-readable line.
- A passport with less than six months' validity left on the arrival date.
- A previous overstay, absconding report or unresolved case in the UAE.
- Applying only a day or two before the flight.
After your visa is approved
- Check that the name, passport number and nationality on the e-visa match your passport exactly.
- Keep a printed or saved copy; airlines check it before you board.
- Immigration officers in Dubai may ask for your return ticket and hotel booking or host's address.
- Note your last day of stay and leave or extend before it to avoid overstay fines.
- Track your application any time on our Track Visa page with your application ID.
Paying from India
All our prices are in UAE dirhams (AED). If your card is in INR, your bank converts the amount and may add a foreign transaction fee, so the final charge can be slightly different from the INR estimates on this page.
Contacting us from New Delhi
Dubai is 1 hour 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
Our Dubai office is open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm Dubai time, which is 10:30am to 7:30pm in New Delhi. WhatsApp support runs 24/7.
Need your Dubai visa urgently?
Choose an express service and we'll fast-track your application. The express fee is added to the price of the visa you pick above.
Express Service
Processed in 24-48 working hours
+ AED 750 on top of the visa fee
7-8 Hours Service
Processed in 7-8 hours
+ AED 1100 on top of the visa fee
Super Urgent Service
Processed in 3-4 hours
+ AED 1499 on top of the visa fee
Not sure which visa you need?
Send us your passport details on WhatsApp and our Dubai visa team will tell you the right option for an Indian passport.
Dubai visa FAQs for Indian citizens
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Dubai?
Yes, in most cases. Indian citizens need a UAE visa before travelling, unless they qualify for the visa on arrival.
Can Indian citizens get a visa on arrival in Dubai?
Yes, if they hold an ordinary passport plus a valid visa, residence permit or green card from the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Everyone else needs an e-visa before travelling.
How much is a Dubai visa for Indian citizens in INR?
The 30 Days Visa (single entry) costs AED 550 (about ₹14,166), including our service fee. Other options include the 60 Days Visa (single entry) at AED 850 (about ₹21,892), the 30 Days Visa (multiple entry) at AED 1100 (about ₹28,331) and the 60 Days Visa (multiple entry) at AED 1200 (about ₹30,907). We charge in AED, so the INR amount depends on your bank's rate.
How long does a Dubai visa take for Indian citizens?
Standard processing takes 2-4 days once your documents are complete. Express processing can cut this to 3-4 hours for an extra fee.
What documents do Indian citizens need for a Dubai visa?
A clear scan of your passport's photo page, valid for at least six months from arrival, and a recent passport-size photo with a white background. We'll tell you if your visa type needs anything else.
Can Indian citizens get a multiple-entry Dubai visa?
Yes. The 30 Days Visa (multiple entry) costs AED 1100 (about ₹28,331) and lets you leave and re-enter the UAE while it's valid.
Can Indian citizens extend a Dubai visa?
Yes, from inside the UAE. We offer the 30 Days Inside Visa Extension (AED 1600 (about ₹41,209)) and the 60 Days A2A Visa Extension (AED 1900 (about ₹48,936)).
Can I apply for a Dubai visa online from India?
Yes. The whole process is online: choose your visa, upload your passport scan and photo, and pay. You don't need to visit an embassy, and the approved e-visa is emailed to you.
What is the time difference between New Delhi and Dubai?
Dubai is 1 hour 30 minutes behind New Delhi. Our Dubai office is open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm Dubai time, which is 10:30am to 7:30pm in New Delhi. WhatsApp support runs 24/7.