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United Arab Emirates

This page is regularly reviewed and updated in accordance with the FCDO and the Dubai & Abu Dhabi governments. We encourage you to register for alerts on the FCDO website (United Arab Emirates page).

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Please note it is your responsibility to ensure you are aware of and conform with the entry requirements.

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Last updated: 9th November 2022

What do you need to enter Dubai and Abu Dhabi?

Dubai

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From the 7th November 2022, Dubai has lifted all Covid related entry requirements. NB. The FCDO is still to update.

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  • ​If you are transiting, please check the guidance on the airline & government websites. For transit passenger(s), the rules and conditions for entry at the final destination will apply​​

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  • Visitors must have international health insurance before travelling

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Abu Dhabi

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From the 7th November 2022, Abu Dhabi has lifted all Covid related entry requirements. NB. The FCDO is still to update.

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Dubai & Abu Dhabi

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  • Have adequate Travel Insurance and we recommend that printed copies of all appropriate documents are taken on holiday with you​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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  • A small number of cruise operators have restarted calls into some ports in the UAE. You should talk to your cruise operator about arranging COVID-19 PCR testing if necessary. If you are planning to travel on an international cruise that is due to call at any port in the UAE, contact your travel company for the latest information

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  • Holders of full British passports will be granted a free of charge visitor/tourist visa upon arrival in the UAE. No application in advance of travel is needed. Your passport will be stamped with the visa as you pass through Immigration. The visa issued at the airport for British passport holders is valid for 30 days

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  • Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into the UAE. If you hold a residence permit, your passport must be valid for at least 3 months in order to travel to the UAE. If you’re transiting the UAE (and not passing through Immigration) your passport only needs to have a minimum of 3 months validity from the date of transit

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  • For further information and local restrictions, please visit the FCDO 

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What do you need to return to the UK?

Please visit the returning to the UK section to view this advice

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Further Information

Please visit the relevant links below for help on testing providers, how to fill out the UK PLF form, proving your vaccination status and much more​

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