The UAE has announced major visa changes for Indian nationals looking to visit the country.
The Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) announced the changes as it makes it easier for Indians to visit the UAE.
Currently, the UAE offers a visa exemption for Indian nationals holding residency in the EU, the US and the UK. This will now be extended to include holders of tourist visas to the EU, the US and the UK.
UAE changes visa rules for Indian citizens
Furthermore, there can be extension of the period of stay after paying the necessary fees so long as the visa and passport are valid for no less than six months.
Major General Suhail Saeed Al Khaili, Director General of the ICA, stressed that granting Indian nationals holding visas from the EU, the US and the UK comes within the framework of the long-term strategic partnership between the UAE and India.
There is a mutual desire for both countries to further strengthen long-standing economic and trade relations, attract capital, entrepreneurs, talents and experts, in addition to supporting the UAE’s position as a global tourism and economic hub.
The Authority also announced the updated schedule of fees for services provided to Indian nationals based on the Cabinet decision in this regard.
The fee for issuing an entry visa with a validity period of 14 days for Indian nationals and their family members who hold ordinary passports and have obtained a visa, residence or green card issued by the US, EU countries and the UK is AED100 ($27), while the fee for extending that visa for another 14 days is AED250 ($68), and the fee for issuing a visa for 60 days is AED250 ($68).
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