32 countries allow UAE residents to travel directly to without a visa

Many countries offer visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry benefits. For residents In the UAE, regardless of their nationality, thanks to the UAE’s strong global standing and bilateral agreements.

Since visa regulations are constantly changing, it’s always a good idea to check the latest requirements with the official embassy or consulate of your destination country before traveling. It’s essential to ensure you have the important documents typically required to obtain a visa upon arrival, such as:

A valid passport (usually at least 6 months validity).

 A copy of your UAE residence visa or Emirates ID card.

 Confirmed round-trip airfare.

 Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation).

 Travel insurance (highly recommended, sometimes mandatory).

 Sufficient amount to cover your stay.

 Visa fees (if applicable, usually paid in local currency or by card).

Below is a list of popular destinations that typically offer visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry to UAE residents, according to reports from early this year to date.

1. Armenia: (mostly visa-free for 180 days, or e-Visa/TA options)
2. Dominica: (Visa-free for short stays)
3. Oman: (usually visa-free for UAE residents)
4. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: (Electronic visa or entry permit for GCC residents)
5. Azerbaijan: (Usually a 30-day visa on arrival, sometimes an e-Visa is required if the flight is not direct from the UAE)
6. Jordan: (usually without a visa for 90 days, or an entry permit)
7. Indonesia (Bali): (30-day visa on arrival)
8. Thailand: (usually visa-free for 30 days, sometimes visa-free)
9. Maldives : ( 30 days visa on arrival)
10. Georgia: (usually visa-free for 90 days, or entry permit)
11. Sri Lanka: (Visa on arrival with Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for 30 days)
12. Singapore: (usually visa-free for 30 days)
13. Serbia: (usually visa-free for 90 days)
14. Philippines: (usually visa-free for 30 days)
15. Vietnam: (usually visa-free for 30 days, or e-Visa)
16. Cambodia: (Visa on arrival for 30 days)
17. Malaysia: (usually visa-free for 90 days)
18. Nepal: (Visa on arrival for 15, 30 or 90 days)
19. Hong Kong: (usually visa-free for 90 days, or entry permit for 30 days)
20. Barbados: (visa-free for 6 months)
21. Ecuador: (visa-free for 90 days)
22. Albania: (usually visa-free for 90 days, sometimes seasonal or requiring a 10-year UAE residency visa)
23. Bosnia and Herzegovina: (usually visa-free for 90 days)
24. Bolivia: (usually visa-free for 90 days)
25. Jamaica: (usually visa-free for 90 days)
26. Montenegro: (usually visa-free for 90 days)
27. Saint Kitts and Nevis: (visa-free for 90 days)
28. Seychelles: (usually visa-free for 90 days)
29. Kenya: (usually visa-free for 90 days, or electronic travel authorization)
30. Madagascar: (usually visa-free for 90 days)
31. Mauritius: (usually visa-free for 30 or 60 days)
32. Panama: (visa-free for 180 days)