Indian passport holders with a valid American visa or a Green Card will be eligible to get UAE visa on arrival at all ports starting May 1, 2017.The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC) circulated a letter to authorities to grant the UAE visa to Indians with valid America visa or Green Card following a Cabinet decision in March.
The circular was given to all UAE borders points, including airports and ports, officials at the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs confirmed that they started implementing the order from 2017 May 1 onwards.
The decision to have a simplified visa process is aimed at advancing the UAE-India relations in economic, political, and trade. It also contributes to achieving UAE’s vision to be the leading country in attracting global tourism.
The circular confirms, “Citizens of the Republic of India who are holders of normal passports with a six-month, or more, valid green card or visa issued by the United States of America shall be granted entry visas to the UAE from all ports for a period of 14 days, subject to a single renewal for the same period upon payment of applicable fees,” an official statement said earlier on March.
UAE visa on arrival for Indians with valid America visa or Green Card
- Indian passport holders with valid America visa or Green Card will get UAE visa on arrival and valid for 14 days, extendable for a similar period one time only.
- The validity of the passport must be not less than six months and the fee for an entry permit will be Dh100.
- The fee for one-time extension of the entry permit will be Dh250.
- Currently, citizens of 47 countries apart from the GCC nations, can get the visa on arrival.
