Visa-free countries with a passport of UAE

The United Arab Emirates passport ranks first in the world ranking of freedom of movement. Holders of the document have privileged access to 125 countries. This level of mobility makes the UAE passport the most influential document in the world.

Map of visa-free countries for UAE citizens in 2025

A UAE passport opens the door to 125 countries around the world without the need for a visa. The Global Relocate interactive map shows the length of stay and entry features. In this material, you will find up-to-date information on destinations with comments from a visa expert.

Where UAE citizens can apply for eTA

An eTA is not a visa, but a travel authorization that is linked to the traveler’s passport. The eTA process usually takes just a few minutes, and once approved, the document is linked to your passport. 21 countries allow Emirati residents to enter with an eTA for up to 90 days.

List of countries with eTA

1. Australia

2. Benin

3. Bhutan

4. Cameroon

5. Canada

6. Congo - Kinshasa

7. Côte d’Ivoire

8. Djibouti

9. Gabon

10. Kenya

11. Lesotho

12. Malawi

13. New Zealand

14. Nigeria

15. Pakistan

16. South Sudan

17. Sri Lanka

18. Taiwan

19. Uganda

20. United Kingdom

21. Vietnam

What you need to know before leaving

The UAE passport provides visa-free travel to 125 countries of the world, which is more than 65% of all countries on the planet. Emirati citizens can freely visit most European countries, including the entire Schengen area, where they are allowed to stay for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.

Similar conditions apply when visiting the UK, Singapore and South Korea. Most notably, since 2023, Emiratis have gained access to a visa-free regime with China - a valid passport is sufficient for entry. Despite the high rating of the passport, UAE citizens need to obtain a visa to visit the United States and Canada. The process of obtaining a visa requires a personal interview at the embassy. For travel to Canada, an electronic authorization (eTA) is required.

For international travel, the passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure from the country. This is a standard requirement for most countries in the world.

UAE nationals have privileged access to electronic visas and pre-authorization systems. Australia's eVisitor system- allows entry clearance to be obtained online, free of charge, within 24 hours. The ETIAS system, which will be in force for Schengen travel from 2025, will also apply to UAE nationals. However, the process will be simplified and with a high percentage of automatic approval.

Visa Free Countries Map Guide

The map shows visa requirements for passport holders and travelers. The color coding will help you quickly navigate the entry rules of different countries:

How to use the map:

1. Select the country you are interested in.
2. Pay attention to the color indicating the visa requirements.
3.  Follow the instructions provided to obtain a visa or entry permit.

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