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Updated March 2023

According to the Henley Passport Index, the strength of a country’s passport is determined by the total number of international destinations allowing visa-free access for its holders. In this regard, the UAE passport is considered one of the strongest passports in the world as it provides Emiratis with a list of 131 visa-free countries and territories.

Here we take a look at the latest list of visa-free countries for UAE residents categorized by region.

Note: While travelling to the following countries does not require UAE passport holders to obtain a visa, there may be requirements pertaining to COVID testing and/or vaccination to be met before entry is granted. Make sure to check the latest travel requirements if you’re planning on travelling to any of the listed countries.

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Europe

Germany

Germany’s visa-free policy extends to 62 countries including the UAE. Those listed are welcome to enter and stay in Germany for a period of 90 days within six months. During their visit, UAE travellers are not allowed to work although they may engage in business.

Other visa-free European countries:

Albania
Andorra
Armenia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Belarus
Belgium
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Greece
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Kosovo
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Moldova
Monaco
Montenegro
Netherlands
North Macedonia
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
San Marino
Serbia
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Ukraine
Vatican City

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The Middle East

Jordan

UAE is among the few countries allowed to enter Jordan visa-free. UAE travellers must ensure that their passport’s validity period extends to six months beyond the duration of their stay. A visa-free stay of 30 days is allowed.

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Other visa-free Middle Eastern countries:

Bahrain
Kuwait
Lebanon
Oman
Qatar
Saudi Arabia

Asia

Thailand

Thailand’s visa exemption rule allows UAE tourists along with 63 other countries to enter the country without a visa. Tourists entering Thailand are allowed a maximum of a 30-day stay period should they enter Thailand via international airports or land borders.

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Other visa-free Asian countries:

Brunei
China
Hong Kong (SAR China)
Indonesia
Japan (From 1 November 2022)
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Malaysia
Maldives
Nepal
Philippines
Singapore
South Korea
Uzbekistan

The Americas

Chile

Visa-free entry to Chile is available for holders of UAE passports. A maximum stay period of 90 days is allowed for the purposes of either business, tourism, or transit. The majority of travellers from visa-exempt countries will only be required to present a valid passport.

Other visa-free countries in the Americas:

Argentina
Brazil
Colombia
Costa Rica
Ecuador
El Salvador
French Guiana
Guatemala
Mexico
Nicaragua
Panama
Peru
Uruguay

Oceania

Cook Islands

All visitors to the Cook Islands are not required to obtain a visa prior to departure. They will instead be issued a visitors permit on arrival provided they hold a passport valid for a period of at least 6 months beyond their intended period of stay. This will allow a stay period of up to 31 days.

Other visa-free Oceanian countries:

Fiji
French Polynesia
Micronesia
Nauru
New Caledonia
Niue
Solomon Islands
Tonga

The Caribbean

Antigua & Barbuda

The Antiguan-Barbudan immigration authorities do not require visas from travellers from a number of countries for short-term stays including the UAE. Please note that the visa exemption applies for those travelling for holidays and business trips. While the maximum stay period varies depending on their country of origin most nationalities may stay for a maximum of six months.

Other visa-free Caribbean countries:

Aruba
Bahamas
Barbados
Bonaire; St. Eustatius and Saba
Curacao
Dominica
Dominican Republic
French West Indies
Grenada
Haiti
St. Kitts and Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Maarten
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Turks and Caicos

Africa

Seychelles

Seychelles is a visa-free country. As such, all foreign nationals visiting Seychelles are granted visa-free access under the condition that they must be in possession of a valid passport, return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and sufficient funds. A Visitor’s Permit will be issued free of charge for all arrivals and is initially valid for up to three months but can be extended for a fee for a period of up to three months with further extensions not exceeding a total period of twelve months.

Other visa-free African countries: