🇮🇷 → 🇦🇪
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for UAE?
Iranian citizens need an e-Visa to enter UAE — apply online before travelling.
Iranian citizens need a pre-arranged visa to enter the UAE. Tourist e-Visas are typically arranged via an airline, hotel, or UAE-based sponsor.
At a glance
| Visa type | UAE Tourist Visa (30 / 60 days) |
|---|---|
| Maximum stay | 30 or 60 days |
| Processing time | 3–5 working days |
| Application fee | AED 350–650 (US$95–180) |
| Passport validity required | Valid 6+ months |
| Where to apply | Through an airline (Emirates / Etihad), a UAE hotel, or a sponsor |
| Apply up to | Up to 2 months before travel |
How to apply, step by step
- Choose visa duration.
- Apply via airline, hotel or sponsor.
- Upload passport bio page and photo.
- Pay fees.
- Receive e-Visa by email.
- Carry printed copy on arrival.
Document checklist
- Iranian passport bio page
- Passport-size photo (white background)
- Return flight
- Hotel booking
- Bank statement (sometimes requested)
Frequently asked questions
Is visa-on-arrival available?
No standard VOA for Iranian passport holders — a pre-arranged visa is required.
What happens if I overstay?
Fines, possible re-entry bans, and complications for future applications. Always exit before your authorised stay expires.
What happens if my visa is rejected?
You forfeit the application fee. You can re-apply, but must disclose the prior refusal on the new application.
About this page
Cross-checked against the official government source linked above and the Wikipedia article on visa policy of UAE. Verified weekly against three independent sources.
Plan your trip to UAE
Once your visa is sorted, here's what to book next:
Affiliate links — if you book through these we may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you.