Indian visa for UAE citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for UAE passport holders visiting India for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For UAE citizens to enter India for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | India e-visa for UAE citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | India visa on arrival for UAE citizens | Eligible | |
India tourist visa requirements:
- Holding UAE passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in India.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from India.
If you are looking for India visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United Arab Emirates, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of India nearest your place of residence.
- Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now)
- Dubai: The Consulate General of India in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now)
India visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest India diplomatic mission offices to United Arab Emirates for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Arab Emirates traveling to India from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Arab Emirates) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 15,321 | N/A |
| 2009 | 14,987 | -2.18% |
| 2010 | 16,750 | 11.76% |
| 2011 | 18,296 | 9.23% |
| 2012 | 19,076 | 4.26% |
| 2013 | 20,207 | 5.93% |
| 2014 | 38,010 | 88.10% |
| 2015 | 38,524 | 1.35% |
| 2016 | 42,253 | 9.68% |
| 2017 | 45,075 | 6.68% |
| 2018 | 50,527 | 12.10% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
India & United Arab Emirates comparison
India's area is approximately 2,973,190 km2 (1,147,954 sq mi), while the area of United Arab Emirates is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi). This means United Arab Emirates is 35.56 times smaller than India.
As of April 2024, India's population is ~1.4 billion people - 1,424,275,549 more people than the population of United Arab Emirates.
We have highlighted India & United Arab Emirates’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| India | United Arab Emirates | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 1,434,652,558 | 10,377,009 | 1.4 billion more people live in India than United Arab Emirates |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 186 | 101 | India has 85 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Arab Emirates. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 28 | 128 | India passport holders visit 100 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 466 | 127 | Indian hosts 339 more foreign missions than United Arab Emirates. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Arab Emirates travel to India in one year?
The number of visitors from United Arab Emirates visiting India in 2018 was approximately 50,527.
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