Visa Requirements
Most travellers need to obtain a visa prior to entering the emirate. However, the following passport holders can get an entry permit stamped in their passport upon arrival.
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AGCC country visa holders (certain designations only)
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France, Italy, Germany, Holland, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, Finland, Spain, Monaco, Vatican City, Iceland, Andorra, San Marino, Liechtenstein, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Brunei, Hong Kong, Singapore South Korea and Malaysia
Regulations for visa application:
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Passport must have minimum 6 months validity at the time of applying for an Entry Permit.
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All photographs are to be recent color photographs. (Polaroid Photographs are not accepted)
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Those who are already in the U.A.E cannot get another entry permit until he/she departs from U.A.E.
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DNRD working hours are from 8 am to 2 pm. Saturday to Wednesday except public holidays. Thursdays and Fridays are normal weekend holidays.
For further information please contact The Department of Naturalization and Residency [http://www.dnrd.gov.ae].

