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Do Thailand passport holders need a visa to visit UAE?

Thai ordinary passport holders need a visa before traveling to the UAE. There is no visa-free entry or visa on arrival for tourism. Apply for an eVisa (tourist visa) in advance online via the official ICP/GDRFA channels or through an airline (e.g. Emirates) before departure. Thailand ordinary passport holders are NOT eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival in the United Arab Emirates. Only Thai diplomatic and official/service passport holders receive 30-day visa-free access; ordinary tourists must obtain a visa in advance. The standard route is an electronic tourist visa (eVisa), applied for online before travel through the official UAE federal channels (ICP smart services, GDRFA Dubai, or the DubaiNow app) or arranged through your airline such as Emirates or Etihad. The most common option for tourism is the 30-day single-entry tourist visa; a 60-day option and multiple-entry versions are also available. Applications are typically processed within 2 to 5 working days, with express options available. You must hold a passport valid for at least six months, a confirmed return ticket, hotel/accommodation proof, and evidence of sufficient funds. The visa is normally valid for entry within 60 days of issue. The UAE is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen and ETIAS rules do not apply.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (tourist visa, applied online before travel)
Maximum stay
30 days (60-day option available)
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry options available)
from issue date
Visa fee
From approx. USD 90 / AED 350 (30-day single entry); varies by channel
consular fee only
Processing time
2-5 working days (express 24-48 hrs)
standard track
Validity
Enter within 60 days of issue; stay up to 30 days
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity and documents
Ensure your Thai ordinary passport is valid for at least six months from your intended UAE entry date and has blank pages. Prepare a recent white-background passport photo and a digital scan of the passport bio page.
· 6 months validity· Passport scan + photo
/02
Choose your application channel
Apply through an official channel: the UAE ICP smart services portal, GDRFA Dubai website/app, the DubaiNow app, or your airline (e.g. Emirates or Etihad) if you fly with them. Airlines can arrange the visa as part of your booking.
· ICP / GDRFA / DubaiNow· Airline option
/03
Select the right tourist visa
For tourism choose the 30-day single-entry visa (or 60-day / multiple-entry if you need longer or repeat visits). Match the visa duration to your planned stay.
· 30-day single entry· 60-day available
/04
Submit the online application
Complete the form, upload your passport scan, photo, confirmed return flight ticket and hotel booking, and pay the fee online. Provide proof of sufficient funds if requested.
· Return ticket· Hotel booking· Online payment
/05
Receive and verify the eVisa
The eVisa is normally issued within 2-5 working days (express within 24-48 hours). Check that all details exactly match your passport, then download and print a copy.
· 2-5 working days· Check details match
/06
Travel and enter the UAE
Carry a printed or digital copy of the eVisa along with your passport, return ticket and accommodation proof. Enter the UAE within the visa's validity window and stay no longer than the permitted period.
· Carry printed eVisa· Enter within 60 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items
Personalized checklist
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Thai ordinary passport valid 6+ months with blank pages
required
Approved UAE eVisa / tourist visa obtained before departure
required
Recent passport-size photo, white background
required
Clear color scan of passport bio page
required
Confirmed round-trip / onward flight ticket
required
Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation
required
Proof of sufficient funds (e.g. bank statement)
recommended
Travel/medical insurance for the trip
recommended
Printed copy of the approved eVisa
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
30-day single-entry tourist visaUSD 90 / AED 350 approx.Most common option for short tourism; price varies by channel
60-day single-entry tourist visaUSD 177 / AED 650 approx.For longer stays
Express / urgent processing+USD 30-50 approx.Optional, for issuance within 24-48 hours
Service / VAT chargesVariesAdded by airline or service provider; 5% VAT may apply
Total estimateUSD 90 — USD 230incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa (online)
2-5 working days
Apply via ICP/GDRFA/DubaiNow or airline; standard processing for tourist visa.
Express processing
24-48 hours
Faster issuance for an additional fee, offered by airlines and visa providers.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-free or visa-on-arrival for Thai ordinary passports
Thailand is not on the UAE's visa-free or visa-on-arrival lists for ordinary passport holders; only diplomatic/official passports get 30-day visa-free entry.
High
/02
Tourism and leisure travel
Visiting Dubai, Abu Dhabi and other emirates for sightseeing, shopping and short holidays.
High
/03
Visiting family or friends
Thai residents visiting relatives or friends living in the UAE.
Medium
/04
Short business trips or meetings
Attending conferences, exhibitions or business meetings on a visit visa.
Medium
/05
Transit / stopover
Short stopovers, for which 48-hour or 96-hour transit visas are also available.
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
2026-05-30
Thailand to United Arab Emirates route verified
Confirmed via UAE visa policy (Wikipedia), Emirates airline visa information and UAE government portal that Thai ordinary passport holders have no visa-free or visa-on-arrival access and must obtain an eVisa/tourist visa in advance. Diplomatic/official Thai passports retain 30-day visa-free entry.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Thai citizens enter the UAE without a visa?—
No. Thai ordinary passport holders cannot enter the UAE visa-free or get a visa on arrival. You must obtain an eVisa/tourist visa before traveling. Only Thai diplomatic and official/service passport holders get 30-day visa-free entry.
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