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Do UAE passport holders need a visa to visit ML?

UAE ordinary passport holders can enter Mali visa-free for up to 90 days under a reciprocal bilateral visa-waiver agreement. No visa or eVisa is needed for a short tourist visit, but a yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. Mali grants visa-free entry to holders of ordinary United Arab Emirates passports for stays of up to 90 days, under a reciprocal visa-waiver arrangement (Malian citizens likewise enjoy 90 days visa-free in the UAE). UAE is one of a short list of non-ECOWAS countries on Mali's visa-exemption list, alongside states such as Algeria, Morocco, Mauritania, Tunisia and Chad. No advance visa, eVisa or visa-on-arrival fee applies for a short tourist stay. Travelers must still meet standard entry conditions: a passport valid for at least six months with blank pages, proof of onward/return travel, and critically a valid International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever, which is required for all arrivals. Separately, travelers should be aware that Mali's overall security situation is volatile and many governments issue strong travel advisories; visa-free status does not equal a safe-travel recommendation. Note also that as of 1 January 2026 Mali suspended visa issuance to and entry by U.S. citizens, but this does not affect UAE nationals. Always confirm immediately before departure, as the regional situation (including Mali's withdrawal from ECOWAS effective January 2025) continues to evolve.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE 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
Visa-free entry (no visa required)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries permitted within stay limits
from issue date
Visa fee
0 (no visa fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
None - entry granted at the border
standard track
Validity
Stay of up to 90 days per entry; passport must be valid 6+ months
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport eligibility
Ensure you hold an ordinary UAE passport valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure from Mali, with at least two blank pages for entry stamps.
· 6+ months validity· 2 blank pages
/02
Get your yellow fever vaccination
Obtain the yellow fever vaccine at least 10 days before travel and carry the International Certificate of Vaccination (Carte Jaune). This is mandatory for entry into Mali.
· Mandatory· Vaccinate 10+ days prior
/03
Book onward or return travel
Arrange and keep evidence of a confirmed onward or return ticket, as proof of intent to leave may be requested on arrival.
· Return ticket
/04
Check the current security advisory
Review the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other travel advisories for Mali, as large parts of the country carry serious security warnings even though no visa is required.
· Security advisory
/05
Travel and present documents at the border
On arrival at Bamako-Senou International Airport (or a land border), present your passport, yellow fever certificate and onward ticket. Immigration grants visa-free entry of up to 90 days.
· Visa-free on entry· Up to 90 days
/06
Observe your permitted stay
Do not exceed 90 days. If you need longer, contact Mali's immigration authority (Direction Generale de la Police) before your stay expires to discuss an extension or residence permit.
· 90-day limit
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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Ordinary UAE passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
required
International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever
required
Confirmed onward or return air ticket
required
Proof of accommodation / hotel booking
recommended
Sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Travel and medical insurance covering Mali
recommended
Check UAE MoFA travel advisory before departure
recommended
Copies of passport and key documents kept separately
recommended
Local contact / host or tour operator details
optional
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Entry / tourist visa fee0No visa is required for UAE passport holders for stays up to 90 days
Yellow fever vaccinationVaries (approx. AED 150-300)Cost of the mandatory vaccine and certificate at an approved clinic
Travel insuranceVariesOptional but strongly recommended given Mali's medical and security environment
Total estimate0 — 0incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at border
Immediate on arrival
No application or processing; entry is granted on arrival upon presentation of valid documents and yellow fever certificate.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Reciprocal visa-waiver agreement
The UAE and Mali maintain a mutual visa exemption allowing each other's nationals up to 90 days visa-free.
High
/02
UAE on Mali's visa-exempt list
United Arab Emirates is explicitly listed among the non-ECOWAS countries whose ordinary passport holders need no visa for Mali.
High
/03
Short tourist stay within 90 days
A typical tourist visit falls well within the 90-day visa-free allowance.
Medium
/04
Yellow fever certificate held
Carrying a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate satisfies the key health entry condition.
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 Mali route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry of up to 90 days for UAE ordinary passport holders against Mali visa-policy sources; noted mandatory yellow fever requirement and that the January 2026 U.S.-citizen visa suspension does not affect UAE nationals.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UAE citizens need a visa to visit Mali?—
No. Holders of an ordinary UAE passport can enter Mali visa-free for up to 90 days under a reciprocal visa-waiver arrangement. No advance visa, eVisa or visa-on-arrival fee is required.
Is a yellow fever vaccination required for Mali?+
How long can a UAE passport holder stay in Mali?+
Does the January 2026 U.S. visa suspension affect UAE travelers?+
What documents are needed on arrival?+
Is it safe to travel to Mali?+
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