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What is the change? The Cabinet of the United Arab Emirates has approved a plan to expand the number of Indian nationals who will be eligible for the UAE’s visa-on-arrival program.
What does the change mean? Once the change is implemented, Indian nationals holding residency visas issued by the United Kingdom or another European Union country will be eligible to participate in the UAE’s visa-on-arrival program. The move follows a decision earlier this year to allow Indian nationals with U.S. green cards or visas valid for at least six months to obtain visas on arrival.
Background: On May 1, the UAE opened its visa-on-arrival program for Indian nationals with U.S. green cards or visas valid for at least six months. Currently, eligible Indian nationals may remain in the UAE for up to 14 days on a visa on arrival. Those who intend to stay longer than 14 days may pay a government fee and obtain an extension. The cabinet’s recent decision will grant access to the visa-on-arrival program to a greater number of Indian nationals.
BAL Analysis: The change will simplify the visa process for eligible Indian nationals traveling for business or as tourists to the UAE. Because the expansion of the program has not been implemented, however, Indian nationals should check with BAL before traveling to the UAE to determine the best visa options available.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney.
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