The UAE remains one of the world’s most popular travel destinations, and getting your visa sorted correctly the first time makes all the difference.

In this guide we cover the 14-day, 30-day, and 60-day visa options, what documents you’ll need, and how long processing typically takes for each.

Most applicants are approved within 2-3 business days when documents are submitted correctly the first time.

If you’re planning one continuous trip, a single entry visa is usually the simplest and most cost-effective option.

If you expect to leave and re-enter the UAE during your visa’s validity — for a quick trip to a neighbouring country, for example — a multiple entry visa saves you from having to reapply.