A tourist visa of this type can be issued for all nationalities; citizens of several count

A tourist visa of this type can be issued for all nationalities; citizens of several countries can instead get a visa on arrival.

A visa is permission to travel, not a guarantee of entry

A visa is permission to travel, not a guarantee of entry — the border officer decides on arrival.

Apply only through official channels (ICP, GDRFA) or a licensed airline/hotel/travel agent

Apply only through official channels (ICP, GDRFA) or a licensed airline/hotel/travel agent.

Tourist visa (single entry): Indian citizen in United States → United Arab Emirates

🇮🇳 nationality: India🇺🇸 lives in: United States🇦🇪 going to: United Arab Emiratesupdated 2026-06-18

Indian citizens living in the United States need a pre-arranged UAE tourist visa — a single-entry visa for 30 or 60 days, arranged online via ICP/GDRFA or through an airline, hotel or travel agent.

What this visa is for

UAE single-entry tourist visa for a short visit (tourism or visiting family), valid for a stay of 30 or 60 days. Applied for online via ICP/GDRFA or through an airline, hotel or travel agent.

Validity: Single-entry tourist visa — enter once; 30-day or 60-day options.
Entries: Single entry (multiple-entry and long-stay tourist visas are also available)
Max stay per visit: 30 or 60 days, depending on the visa you choose (extendable up to 120 days total)

official source →

When to start

Start 7–21 days before your travel date.

The low end assumes everything goes smoothly; the high end leaves margin for delays and passport hiccups. You can apply at most 60 days ahead.

Pick your travel date — every deadline below updates instantly:

When do you want to travel?

You're on track — start by 3 Sept 2026 to be ready in time.

Confirm you need a pre-arranged tourist visastart by 3 Sept 2026

You need a pre-arranged UAE tourist visa for a single visit for tourism, for a period of 30 or 60 days.

takes ~1 day

Source: gdrfad.gov.ae · updated 2026-06-17

Apply online (ICP/GDRFA) or via an agentstart by 18 Sept 2026

Apply through the official GDRFA or ICP smart services, or have your airline, hotel or travel agent sponsor the visa.

takes ~1 day

Source: gdrfad.gov.ae · updated 2026-06-17

Pay the visa feestart by 18 Sept 2026

Pay the government fee — from AED 200 for a 30-day visa (AED 300 for 60-day), plus VAT.

AED 200takes ~1 day

Source: gdrfad.gov.ae · updated 2026-06-17

Wait for processingstart by 4 Oct 2026

The application is typically processed in about 48 hours.

takes ~2 days

Source: gdrfad.gov.ae · updated 2026-06-17

What you'll need

Passport copy — A copy of your passport (valid 6+ months recommended). ✓ verified
Personal photo — One recent personal (passport-style) photo. ✓ verified
National identity card — Identity card for your country of origin (required for nationals of Iraq, Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan). ✓ verified·

Where you'll apply

Arrange the tourist visa online through the official ICP or GDRFA smart services, or through your airline, hotel or a licensed travel agent — there is no in-person UAE visa centre in the United States.

Apply on the official site (u.ae) →

Fees

Tourist visa (30-day, single entry) plus 5% VAT	AED 200
Tourist visa (60-day, single entry) plus 5% VAT	AED 300

Official GDRFA government fees; airlines/agents may add a service charge.

Gotchas to watch

A tourist visa of this type can be issued for all nationalities; citizens of several countries can instead get a visa on arrival.
A visa is permission to travel, not a guarantee of entry — the border officer decides on arrival.
Apply only through official channels (ICP, GDRFA) or a licensed airline/hotel/travel agent.