With the value of the UAE passport increasing each day, there are more than a dozen countries offering the UAE residents a visa-free trip or a visa-on-arrival facility, making their stay hassle-free there. According to sources, there are approximately 146 visa-free countries and 46 visa-on-arrival countries for the residents of the United Arab Emirates. Here are the 9 countries where the UAE residents can visit without any visa and gather the best memories of their trip without any problem with visa processing and other paperwork:
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Azerbaijan:
UAE citizens can now arrive in Azerbaijan with a visa upon arrival as of July 2018. This stunning country, which is nestled between Europe and Asia, boasts a vibrant culture and a long history dating back to the Stone Age. The Caspian Sea is proudly bordered by Baku, the country’s capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The architecture is amazing, and you can see a wonderful mixture of ancient and contemporary buildings.
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The Maldives:
A wonderful vacation away from the hustle and bustle of the city is what this tropical paradise’s breathtaking beaches, fantastic spas, blue waters, exotic marine life, and opulent resorts promise. The islands are reachable either a thrilling aircraft flight or a sea boat. This beautiful archipelago is accessible to UAE citizens and residents with a 30-day visa on arrival.
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Indonesia:
Residents of the UAE can arrive in Indonesia with a free 30-day tourist visa. Indian, Sri Lankan, Filipino, and Jordanian citizens who reside in the UAE may also obtain visas upon arrival. There are roughly 17,500 people living on this lovely island. 6,000 of them are permanent residents. More than 165 active volcanoes, magnificent national parks, and extensive tropical forests are all found on the island country. Everything from rare Komodo dragons to threatened orangutans can be found here. Every type of traveller, including leisure and adventure seekers, is catered to in this magnificent location.
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Sri Lanka:
An e-visa is available to all UAE citizens, who can apply for it online while relaxing in their own homes. Before travelling, a visa can be requested online. The Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) has a 30-day initial validity period from the date of arrival and a six-month maximum extension period. Every candidate is required to have a passport that must be valid for six months after the intended arrival date. Before submitting an application, it is crucial to review the list of nations eligible for Sri Lanka ETA.
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Malaysia:
All visitors to the country are given a tourist visa for a brief beautiful vacation. A traveller declaration form that must be completed and submitted by all passengers travelling to and from the Maldives within 96 hours of travel is one of the prerequisites, along with a pre-paid hotel or accommodation reservation, enough money to last throughout the stay, confirmed tickets to return to their home country or country of residence, and the important logistics listed above. Visitors will be given a visa on arrival, valid for a maximum of 30 days. Travellers have access to an archipelago of islands where they can enjoy nature at its best.
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Mauritius:
When you consider Mauritius, you picture perfectly white sands and blue waters. It is a picture-perfect location that offers a laid-back vacation where you can enjoy the sunshine and feel connected to nature. It is the top destination for honeymooners, and visitors may explore a variety of attractions like museums, parks, monuments, forts, and shopping centres. For UAE nationals, this island country provides visas that are valid for up to 90 days. You can obtain a visa on arrival if you reside in the UAE and are from India, the Philippines, Jordan, Nigeria, or Sri Lanka.
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Seychelles:
Like the Maldives, this island has no entrance requirements; a visa is provided at the airport as long as the traveller has a confirmed return ticket. To obtain immigration clearance upon arrival, the person must fulfil a few easy entrance requirements. You must have evidence of pre-paid housing and enough money for the duration of your stay (a minimum of Dhs550). Except with the express consent of the Ministry of Health, no one is allowed to enter or leave Seychelles.
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Armenia:
For Indian nationals possessing a resident visa for the UAE, Armenia has a specific visa waiver scheme. Indian nationals are typically only permitted to enter Armenia as diplomats or upon invitation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but thanks to a deal with the UAE, if they have a resident visa for the UAE, they will be granted a visit visa upon arrival. (Reports indicate that a short-stay visa on arrival will cost about Dhs20.)
South African, Jordanian, and Lebanese nationals will receive visas upon arrival (as will UAE citizens). Several of those who fail? The nationalities of Pakistan, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and all other African nations (among others).