Apply for your United Kingdom visa from the United Arab Emirates

Fast, secure, and expert-led visa processing for Emirati citizens traveling to United Kingdom

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How to apply for your United Kingdom visa with a passport from the United Arab Emirates

Complete your online application

Answer a few simple questions, determine whether you need the UK ETA, United Kingdom Standard Visitor Visa, or another UK visa or document, pay securely, and upload your documents. You can save your progress and come back anytime.

We review your application

The United Kingdom visa system can be complicated for Emirati citizens, but don't worry – we review your whole application to catch anything that might cause delays.

We submit it for government processing

We're not the British government, but we review your application for accuracy and submit it directly to them. If anything goes wrong, we're here 24/7 to help resolve it – no long wait times, no confusing forms, just expert support from start to finish.

Get your United Kingdom visa

We'll email your approved United Kingdom document and let you know how to use it for your trip from the United Arab Emirates to the United Kingdom.

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British visa policy for Emiratis citizens

UAE citizens don’t need a visa to visit the United Kingdom for short stays (tourism, business, visiting family, or short study). However, they must have a UK ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) before traveling.

iVisa offers one UK entry document for UAE citizens:

United Kingdom ETA: A mandatory travel authorisation for visa-exempt travelers. It allows multiple entries over 2 years (or until the passport expires), with stays of up to 6 months per visit.

General United Kingdom ETA requirements for UAE travelers are:

A United Arab Emirates passport valid for the duration of the stay
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Additional documents may be required depending on the purpose of travel

British visas we offer for Emiratis citizens

UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)

Prices starting from $85.99

Valid for 2 years after issued

Multiple entry

Stay up to 186 days per entry

Get it as fast as 15 minutes

Fast facts

Interview needed?

When to apply?

At least 24 hours before travel

Documents required upon arrival?

Valid United Arab Emirates passport (valid for entire stay), UK ETA, proof of return/onward travel (if requested)

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Travelers to United Kingdom rated this product a 4.9 out of 5 based on 421 reviews.

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Suraish Singh

May 5, 2026

"Luis is a super guy who will guide you through the process with ease. I could not get my laptop camers to take my picture and Luis chose another option via Whatsapp and walked me through the whole process without a problem."
Cheryl Hamilton

May 13, 2026

"IVisa provides such quick turn around in completion of necessary travel documents - even when you make a mistake - that I was actually able to complete a critical document in only a few hours! I was happily shocked!"
Melinda Yeaman

March 17, 2026

"iVisa made it simple to understand the process and they kept me informed the whole way through if they needed things like a clearer photograph of documents etc. I would thoroughly recommend using them."
Robin Ingram

April 6, 2026

"Streamlined operation. Easy to fill out and quick turnaround on approval."
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November 13, 2025

"Very simple and short proces."
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May 13, 2026

"Keep up the good work"
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March 25, 2026

"Great, simple & fast"
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December 11, 2025

"Excellent service ."
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March 18, 2026

"Excellent service."
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March 19, 2026

"Very good"

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Frequently asked questions about getting the United Kingdom visa with a United Arab Emirates passport

Do UAE citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?

No, UAE citizens do not need a visa for short stays in United Kingdom for tourism purposes. However, they must complete a United Kingdom ETA before traveling.

What is the processing time for the United Kingdom ETA for UAE citizens?

The United Kingdom ETA is processed almost immediately after submission, but can take up to 3 days.

Processing times may vary depending on your application details and whether additional checks are required.

How long can UAE citizens stay in the United Kingdom?

UAE citizens can stay in United Kingdom for up to 6 months visit under the UK ETA rules.

Do UAE citizens need an ETA when transiting through the United Kingdom?

UAE citizens generally do not need an ETA for airport transit in United Kingdom if they remain in the international transit area and do not pass through immigration.

If they plan to enter United Kingdom during transit, they must meet standard entry requirements, including completing the ETA requirements.