United Arab Emirates passport → United Kingdom
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Emirati passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to the United Kingdom for up to 180 days. It is a short online application, not a full visa.
What this means for your trip
- Apply only on the official government site; third-party sites charge extra.
- Apply a few days before travel; most approvals are quick but some take longer.
- The authorisation is linked to your passport. A new passport needs a new application.
United Kingdom at a glance
- Capital
- London
- Currency
- British pound (GBP)
- Languages
- English
- Calling code
- +44
- Region
- Northern Europe
GB54.0°N · 2.0°WPhoto: Chiugoran · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsUnited Kingdom for other passports
IndiaVisa required
United StateseTA180 days- United Arab EmirateseTA180 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeeTA180 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladesheVisa
Sri LankaeVisa
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
CanadaeTA180 days
Nearby in Northern Europe for Emirati passport holders
Common questions
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Emirati passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to the United Kingdom for up to 180 days. It is a short online application, not a full visa.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in the United Kingdom?
Up to 180 days under the current eta rule. Longer stays need a different visa.
Can Emirati citizens get a visa on arrival in the United Kingdom?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can Emirati citizens visit without a visa?
172 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The United Arab Emirates passport ranks #1 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Emirati citizens (edited 10 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of the United Kingdom before you travel.