🇦🇪 UAE passport 🇮🇳 India
Visa on arrival
Issued at the border when you land — nothing to apply for in advance
UAE passport holders do not need a visa in advance for India — a visa is issued on arrival at the border.
Our data doesn't record the permitted stay or fee for this route — check the official page before you travel.
Source: the open Passport Index dataset, with corrections checked against official government sites. How we source this · Report an error
Before you board for India
Beyond the visa itself, these are what travellers most often get turned away for:
- Passport validityValid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages
- Onward or return ticket Required
- Proof of funds RequiredBank statements or traveler's cheques may be requested
- Travel insurance Recommended
- Yellow fever RequiredCertificate required if arriving from endemic countries
- Hepatitis A Recommended
- Typhoid Recommended
- Malaria prophylaxis RecommendedRural areas and northeast India
- Routine vaccines Recommended
- Apply for e-Visa at least 4 days before travel
- Tourist e-Visa valid for 30, 90, or 365 days depending on nationality
- Keep a few passport photos handy — hotels may require them
Requirements can vary by nationality and change without notice — confirm with the official sources before you travel.
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Getting a visa on arrival for India
What this usually involves for a visa on arrival — not a checklist researched for UAE passport holders specifically. The official page has the exact list.
What you'll typically need 5 items
- Passport meeting the destination's validity rule (commonly six months beyond arrival)
- Completed arrival/VOA form (available on plane or at airport)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Cash for visa fee (check destination for accepted currencies)
Steps 4 steps
- Collect the Visa on Arrival form from the plane or airport counter
- Fill out the form and queue at the VOA desk
- Submit your documents and pay the visa fee
- Receive your visa stamp and proceed to immigration
About India
A spiritual kaleidoscope of ancient wonders, diverse cultures, and spice-scented air
- Capital
- New Delhi
- Currency
- Indian Rupee (₹)
- Language
- Hindi, English (and 21 official languages)
- Time zone
- IST (UTC+5:30)
- Best time to visit
- October – March
Official sources
Always confirm with India's own government before you travel:
- India official visa information ↗ indianvisaonline.gov.in
- India embassies & consulates ↗ mea.gov.in
Common questions
Do UAE citizens need a visa to visit India?
UAE passport holders do not need a visa in advance for India — a visa is issued on arrival at the border.
How long can UAE passport holders stay in India?
Our data doesn't record the permitted stay for this route. Check India's official visa information before you travel.
How much does a India visa cost for UAE citizens?
Our data doesn't record the fee for this route. Fees change often — check India's official visa information before you apply.
How long does it take to get a India visa?
Processing time: Issued on arrival (typically 15–60 minutes).
How long must my passport be valid to enter India?
Valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages
Does India give visas to UAE citizens?
Yes — India issues UAE citizens a visa on arrival at the border or airport, so no embassy application is needed beforehand.
Where can UAE citizens find official India visa information?
On India's official site: https://indianvisaonline.gov.in