Entry requirements for Americans: United States citizens may enter the United Arab Emirates for 60 days without a visa (an entry permit will be stamped in their passport upon arrival). An extension of another 30 days is possible.
Entry requirements for UK nationals: Citizens of the UK (with right of abode in the UK) will be granted a visit visa on arrival in the UAE. Visas are valid for 60 days, with an extension of 30 days possible. British passports not endorsed British Citizen must hold tickets and documents for next destination and have a sponsor in the UAE to cover their stay.
Entry requirements for Canadians: Canadians may enter the United Arab Emirates for 60 days without a visa (an entry permit will be stamped in their passport upon arrival). An extension is possible for another 30 days.
Entry requirements for Australians: Australian nationals may stay in the UAE for up to 60 days with a visit visa, which can be obtained on arrival. An extension of a further 30 days is possible.
Entry requirements for South Africans: South Africans must obtain a special tourist visa to visit the UAE. The visit and visa must be sponsored by a hotel or tour operator. Travellers must also be in possession of all tickets and documents required for next destination.
Entry requirements for New Zealanders: New Zealand nationals require a visa that is valid for a stay of up to 60 days. This may be obtained at the point of entry. A further 30-day extension is possible.
Entry requirements for Irish nationals: Irish nationals require a valid passport. A visa is required and can be obtained on arrival for a stay of up to 60 days (an extension of another 30 days is possible).
Passport/Visa Note: All visitors to the United Arab Emirates must hold a passport that is valid for three months from the date of entry, or six months if visiting for longer than 90 days. All passport photographs are to be recent colour photographs. Visitors must hold documents and tickets needed for their next destination.