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Quick answer
Yes, Indians need a visa for Dubai (UAE) β but it is a simple online e-visa arranged before you fly, with no embassy visit, no interview and no biometrics. The most popular option is the 30-day tourist visa, typically costing from around AED 350 (roughly βΉ8,000β12,000 including insurance and service charges), and it is usually processed in 2β4 working days. Visa on arrival is available only to Indians who hold a valid US green card or UK/EU residence.
Dubai visa for Indians β key facts at a glance
| Visa required for Indians? | Yes β a pre-arranged e-visa is needed before travel |
| Tourist visa options | 14-day, 30-day and 60-day (single or multiple entry) |
| 30-day visa cost | From approx AED 350 (roughly βΉ8,000β12,000 incl. insurance & service) |
| 60-day visa cost | Approx AED 580β900 (roughly βΉ13,600β21,000) |
| Application | Fully online β no embassy visit, no interview, no biometrics |
| Processing time | Typically 2β4 working days |
| Visa on arrival | Only for Indians holding a valid US green card or UK/EU residence (14-day) |
| Extension | Once, for an additional 30 days, via GDRFA before expiry |
| Passport validity needed | At least 6 months from arrival |
Which Dubai visa should Indians choose?
- 14-day tourist visa β cheapest; good for a short trip, a weekend, a wedding or a quick business visit.
- 30-day tourist visa β the most popular choice for a standard Dubai holiday; available as single or multiple entry.
- 60-day tourist visa β for longer stays or if you want to combine Dubai with Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE at a relaxed pace.
Longer-term options (2-year and 5-year multiple-entry, and the Golden Visa) also exist but are separate from standard tourism.
How to apply for a Dubai e-visa from India
Indians cannot apply directly at an immigration counter β a UAE-based sponsor arranges the e-visa. In practice you apply through your airline (for example Emirates or Etihad), your hotel, or a licensed travel agent such as Spark Holidays. You submit a scanned passport and photo, pay the fee, and receive the approved e-visa by email in 2β4 working days. Carry a printout when you travel.
Documents required
- Passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date
- A recent colour passport photo (white background)
- Scanned passport first and last pages
- Confirmed return air ticket (and often a hotel booking)
- Payment for the visa fee (and travel insurance, usually bundled)
Common questions
Do Indians need a visa for Dubai?
Yes. Indian passport holders need a pre-arranged UAE e-visa before travel, unless they hold a valid US green card or UK/EU residence, which allows a 14-day visa on arrival.
How much is a Dubai tourist visa for Indians?
Approximate costs: a 30-day visa starts from around AED 350 (roughly βΉ8,000β12,000 including insurance and service), and a 60-day visa is around AED 580β900. Prices vary by provider and by government fee changes, so treat these as indicative.
How long does the Dubai e-visa take?
Usually 2β4 working days. The process is fully online with no interview and no biometrics.
Can Indians get a Dubai visa on arrival?
Only if they hold a valid US green card or UK/EU residence visa (a 14-day visa on arrival). Otherwise, apply for an e-visa in advance.
Please note: UAE visa fees, categories and rules can change, and quoted prices usually bundle insurance and agent service charges, so the total varies. Always confirm the current requirements with an official UAE channel (GDRFA / ICP) or with your Spark Holidays travel expert before you book or travel. Last updated: 1 September 2026.
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