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Can Indian passport holders living in Japan visit United Arab Emirates without a visa?

Visa on arrival
up to 14 days
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Yes, get your visa when you land
With a valid Japan residence permit, you can get a 14-day UAE visa when you land. No need to apply in advance.
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Unlocked by your Japan residence

What you need to know

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Your Japan residence permit must be valid
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Passport valid for at least 6 months
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The 14-day visa costs AED 100 and can be extended once while you're in the UAE
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You can choose a 60-day visa instead for AED 250, but it can't be extended
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Leave before your visa ends. Overstaying costs AED 50 a day

Documents to bring

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Passport (6+ months validity)
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Valid Japan residence card
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Money for the visa fee (AED 100)

Official source

Official government source ↗
The Authority explained that, to be eligible for the new visa, applicants and their accompanying family members must be nationals of the eligible countries and hold a valid residence permit issued by one of the following: the United States of America, a European Union Member State, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Singapore, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada.
Last verified 6 Oct 2026
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