Up to 90 days in total within a rolling 180-day window, with multiple entries permitted.

No. The visit entry permit is issued free of charge at immigration. Fees only apply if you extend your stay or overstay.

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Finland to United Arab Emirates visa requirements

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

Your passport must be valid for at least six months from your date of entry into the UAE.

Q: Do I need to register online before travel (like an ETA)?

No. The UAE has no pre-arrival registration requirement for Finnish citizens; you simply present your passport on arrival.

Q: What happens if I overstay?

You are fined AED 50 per day of overstay after any applicable grace period. Track your cumulative days or apply for an extension before the permit expires.

Finnish ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa to enter the UAE for tourism or short visits. You receive a free visit permit on arrival for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Finland is on the UAE's visa-exempt list. Holders of an ordinary Finnish passport are granted a free entry stamp on arrival at a UAE port of entry, allowing short visits of up to 90 days within a rolling 180-day window, with multiple entries counted against that limit. No visa application, online registration, or fee is required before travel. The passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry. Travelers should hold a return or onward ticket and confirmed accommodation, as airlines or immigration officers may ask for proof. Overstaying triggers AED 50 daily fines, so monitor the 90-in-180 limit. If you intend to work, study, or stay longer than the visa-free allowance, obtain an appropriate UAE entry or residence permit before the current permission expires.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-21

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 2026-06-21

Visa type

Visa-free (free entry permit on arrival)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Multiple

from issue date

Visa fee

AED 0 (free of charge)

consular fee only

Processing time

On arrival (immigration counter, a few minutes)

standard track

Validity

Stay counted from date of entry; passport valid 6+ months

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your Finnish ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended date of entry into the UAE.

· 6 months validity· Ordinary passport

/02

Book return/onward travel and accommodation

Arrange a confirmed return or onward ticket and hotel or host details. Immigration officers may request proof of onward travel and where you will stay.

· Onward ticket· Hotel booking

/03

Fly to the UAE

No visa or online registration is needed before departure. Board your flight to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah or another UAE port of entry.

· No pre-arrival visa

/04

Clear immigration on arrival

Proceed to passport control. Finnish nationals are issued a free visit entry stamp/permit for the 90-day allowance.

· Free stamp· 90-day allowance

/05

Track your 90/180 days

Your stay counts against a 90-day allowance within any rolling 180-day period across multiple entries. Keep note of cumulative days to avoid overstay fines.

· 90 in 180· Multiple entries

/06

Extend or change status if needed

If you need to stay beyond the visa-free allowance, apply before expiry through the relevant ICP/GDRFA channel or obtain an appropriate residence/entry permit. Tourist/visit extensions are subject to issuing-authority approval and current caps.

· ICP / GDRFA· Extension

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Finland -> United Arab Emirates · Visa-free (free entry permit on arrival)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredFinnish ordinary passport valid 6+ months from entry

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least one blank passport page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RecommendedConfirmed return or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel or host address)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedTravel/health insurance covering the UAE

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredTrack cumulative days against the 90/180 limit

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

OptionalContact details / itinerary for immigration questions

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

optional

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesUAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs - visa exemptions for non-citizens UAE Embassy in Oslo - visas (Finland listed in 90 days within 180 group)Emirates - UAE visa information (90-day visit eligibility)

Application link included: UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs - visa exemptions for non-citizens

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Entry visit permit (on arrival)AED 0Free of charge for Finnish passport holders

Optional stay extensionAED 600+ / AED 100 + AED 500Only if extending beyond the free allowance. Dubai GDRFA lists AED 600 plus VAT and possible in-country fees; ICP lists AED 100 application plus AED 500 extension fees.

Overstay fineAED 50 per dayCharged for each day beyond the permitted stay after the applicable grace period

Total estimateAED 0 — AED 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

A few minutes at immigration

Standard route: get a free 90-day entry stamp at passport control. No pre-arrival action needed.

Stay extension (in-country)

About 2 days / 48 hours

Apply through ICP or GDRFA only if you need to remain beyond the visa-free allowance; approval and total stay caps depend on the issuing authority.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and sightseeing

Visiting Dubai, Abu Dhabi and other emirates as a tourist within the 90-day allowance.

High

/02

Meetings and conferences

Short unpaid meetings or conferences can generally use the same visit entry route; paid work or employment requires the proper UAE permit.

High

/03

Visiting friends or family

Staying with residents; carry the host's address for immigration.

Medium

/04

Stopover / transit

Layovers and short stops in the UAE on the way elsewhere.

Medium

/05

Extended stay or relocation

Stays beyond 90 days require an extension or residence permit.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Present your passport and UAE entry permit or eVisa approval. The officer decides the final entry stamp and stay conditions.

/02

Customs

Declare restricted goods and large cash amounts when required. Keep medicines in original packaging with prescriptions.

/03

Connectivity

Airport SIM and eSIM options are widely available in Dubai and Abu Dhabi arrivals halls.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-06-21

Reviewed by Claude Code

Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.

2026-06-21 · major

FI to United Arab Emirates route re-verified

Rechecked against UAE MOFA visa-exemption pages, UAE Embassy in Oslo visa guidance, Emirates visa-on-arrival guidance, and ICP/GDRFA extension pages; confirmed Finnish ordinary passports remain visa-free for 90 days within 180, added checked-date, replaced secondary/irrelevant sources, and updated extension/overstay fee wording.

2026-05-30

Finland to United Arab Emirates route verified

Confirmed that Finnish ordinary passport holders remain visa-free for the UAE with a free 90-day entry permit on arrival (multiple entry, 90 days within 180), passport valid 6+ months. No fee and no pre-arrival registration required.

/09 — The questions