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Do US citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?

US citizens can get a visa on arrival in the United Arab Emirates, valid for up to 30 days. An extension is not confirmed, so plan to leave within the permitted stay.

EntryVisa on arrival
Maximum stay30 days
ExtensionNot confirmed
Multiple entriesAllowed

Free visa on arrival, 30 days, plus 10-day grace period

Official information: https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/visa-and-emirates-id/apply-for-a-visa

Data last updated October 2026. Checked against official government immigration sources and reviewed on a rolling basis (sources). This is a planning reference, not legal or immigration advice. Entry rules change; confirm with official sources before you travel. VisaStay is independent and not affiliated with any government.

Track your days in the United Arab Emirates automatically

VisaStay counts your days per country, warns before your stay runs out, and handles the Schengen 90/180 rule for your passport.

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