United Arab Emirates — entry requirements for UK travellers
This hub summarises what United Kingdom passport holders need to know before visiting United Arab Emirates . For the full facts table, long-form guide, and official source link, see the corridor page below.
Current verdict: Visa on arrival — UK passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in the UAE for tourism, typically 30 days extendable.
UK → United Arab Emirates visa requirements (full guide)
Planning a trip to United Arab Emirates ? British passport holders should confirm entry rules before booking flights or accommodation. UK passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in the UAE for tourism, typically 30 days extendable.
For most leisure visits, the permitted stay is: Usually 30 days on arrival; extension may be possible through UAE immigration (fees apply). Always check whether your itinerary counts as tourism, business, or transit — categories can have different rules even when the headline verdict is the same.
Application steps for UK citizens: No advance application for standard tourist visa on arrival; passport presented at immigration. Use only official government portals or embassies — third-party “visa agencies” often charge large markups for the same form.
Border Compass publishes a dedicated UK → United Arab Emirates corridor page with a plain-English verdict, cost and processing fields, and FAQs sourced from official guidance. Requirements can change — use the source last checked date on that page and confirm with the primary official source before you travel.
Border Compass is UK-focused in Phase 1. Travellers with other passports should check their own government’s travel advice.
Frequently asked questions
- Do UK citizens need a visa for United Arab Emirates ?
- UK passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in the UAE for tourism, typically 30 days extendable.
- Where should I check United Arab Emirates entry rules for British passport holders?
- Start with our UK → United Arab Emirates corridor page, then confirm on the official source linked there. Border Compass focuses on UK outbound travel; other nationalities may have different requirements.
- What type of entry applies for United Arab Emirates ?
- Current classification: Visa on arrival. This reflects standard tourist visits — work, study, or long stays usually need a different permit.