Do I need a visa if I am transiting through the UAE?

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A visa is necessary for transiting through Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or any other emirate in the UAE under the following circumstances:

If you do not fall under the exemptions for UAE Tourist Visas or if you are not qualified for a UAE Visa On Arrival.
When your subsequent flight is scheduled within either 48 or 96 hours.

It's important to note that nationals of Somalia, Afghanistan, Iraq, Niger, and Yemen are ineligible to apply for a Transit Visa for the UAE.

Before departing, you must apply for a UAE transit visa. But, just like with other types of UAE visas, you need a sponsor who can apply on your behalf at a UAE embassy or consulate abroad.

Additionally, you can also apply for a tourist e-visa, which is issued for short-term visits to the UAE for tourism, family visits, or business meetings. A UAE e-visa permits its holders to stay in the country for 30, 60, or 90 days, depending on the type of UAE e-visa they apply for.

By visiting the UAE Immigration Services website on a laptop, mobile phone, or iPad with a reliable network connection, you can quickly obtain an e-visa at home. We can make it simpler for you to obtain an e-visa for your travel to the UAE, thanks to our knowledgeable personnel.

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