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Do UAE passport holders need a visa to visit LR?

UAE ordinary passport holders need a visa for Liberia. The most practical route is Liberia's electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VOA): apply online, pay USD 102.50, and collect the visa at Roberts International Airport, Monrovia. A United Arab Emirates ordinary passport holder is NOT visa-exempt for Liberia (only ECOWAS nationals and a small list of others enter visa-free; UAE appears only under the diplomatic-passport waiver). Since 11 March 2025 the Liberia Immigration Service operates an electronic Visa on Arrival portal (visaonarrival.lis.gov.lr) covering tourism, business, and transit. Travelers complete the online form, upload a passport scan and photo, pay USD 102.50 (non-refundable, Visa/Mastercard), and receive an approval/PDF (often near-instant; apply at least 7 days before travel and no more than 3 months ahead). The visa is then physically issued at Roberts International Airport in Monrovia and is valid for a single entry, with the officer granting either 30 or 90 days of stay at their discretion; the online approval must be used to enter within 3 months. Note: there is a Liberian Consulate General in Dubai, and the official portal advises that travelers in a country with a Liberian mission may be directed to apply at the consulate rather than online, so confirm before flying. Passport must be valid at least 6 months. Best single fit for a short tourist stay is electronic Visa on Arrival.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VOA), issued at Monrovia airport
Maximum stay
30 or 90 days (decided by immigration officer)
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 102.50 (non-refundable)
consular fee only
Processing time
Often instant to ~3 days; apply at least 7 days before travel
standard track
Validity
Online approval valid 3 months for entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your channel
UAE ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt. Use the official e-VOA portal at visaonarrival.lis.gov.lr; note that because Liberia has a Consulate in Dubai, you may be directed to apply there instead, so check before booking.
· e-VOA· Consulate Dubai
/02
Check passport validity
Ensure your UAE passport is valid for at least 6 months from your intended entry date and has blank pages.
· 6 months validity
/03
Complete the online application
Fill out the form at visaonarrival.lis.gov.lr with personal, passport, and travel details for tourism.
· Online form
/04
Upload documents and pay
Upload a passport scan and a recent color photo (each under 2 MB), then pay the USD 102.50 fee by Visa or Mastercard.
· USD 102.50· Visa/Mastercard
/05
Receive approval
Get an approval PDF/QR code by email (often near-instant). Print it to present at boarding and on arrival. Apply at least 7 days before travel.
· Approval PDF· 7 days ahead
/06
Collect visa at Monrovia airport
Present your approval and passport at Roberts International Airport (Monrovia), where immigration issues the visa and grants 30 or 90 days of stay.
· RIA Monrovia· 30/90 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 10 complete
UAE passport valid 6+ months beyond entry
required
At least one blank passport page
required
Completed online e-VOA application
required
Recent color passport-size photo (under 2 MB)
required
Scan of passport bio page (under 2 MB)
required
Paid USD 102.50 visa fee (Visa/Mastercard)
required
Printed e-VOA approval / QR code
required
Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
recommended
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
recommended
Proof of accommodation in Liberia
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa on Arrival feeUSD 102.50Non-refundable; paid online by Visa or Mastercard
Yellow fever vaccinationUSD 0-50Cost varies by clinic; certificate may be required on entry
Total estimateUSD 102.50USD 152.50incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Liberian Consulate in Dubai
Several business days
Apply in person/by mail at the Consulate General of Liberia in Dubai; may be required since Liberia has a mission in the UAE.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
UAE not on visa-exempt list
Only ECOWAS nationals and a few others enter Liberia visa-free; UAE ordinary passports are not exempt.
High
/02
e-VOA system launched March 2025
Liberia's electronic Visa on Arrival portal lets travelers apply online and collect the visa at Monrovia airport.
High
/03
Consulate in Dubai may redirect applicants
The official portal advises travelers in countries with a Liberian mission to apply at the consulate, and Liberia has a Consulate in Dubai.
Medium
/04
Single entry only
The Visa on Arrival is valid for one visit; re-entry requires a new application.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
United Arab Emirates to Liberia route verified
Confirmed UAE ordinary passport holders need a visa; electronic Visa on Arrival (USD 102.50) via the Liberia Immigration Service portal is the practical route, with a Liberian Consulate in Dubai as an alternative.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a UAE citizen enter Liberia visa-free?
No. UAE ordinary passport holders are not on Liberia's visa-exempt list (which mainly covers ECOWAS nationals). A visa is required.
How do I get a Liberia visa as a UAE passport holder?+
How much does the Liberia Visa on Arrival cost?+
How long can I stay in Liberia?+
How early should I apply?+
Do I need any vaccinations?+
/11 — Passport tools

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