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Türkiye to United Arab Emirates visa requirements

Türkiye ordinary passport holders need a pre-approved UAE tourist eVisa before travel. There is no visa-free entry or visa-on-arrival for ordinary passports (the exemption applies to Turkish diplomatic, special and service passports, while ordinary passports are visa-required). A Turkish citizen holding an ordinary (burgundy) passport cannot enter the United Arab Emirates visa-free or get a visa on arrival. UAE Embassy visa tables mark Turkish regular passports as visa-required, while diplomatic, special and service passports are exempt. Ordinary passport holders must obtain a pre-approved tourist visa (eVisa) before departure. The visa is arranged entirely online through ICP Smart Services, the GDRFA portal, a UAE airline (Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Turkish Airlines), a hotel, or a licensed travel agency acting as sponsor. The standard tourist options are 30-day and 60-day visas, with single-entry and some multiple-entry channels depending on sponsor; the stay is counted from entry. GDRFA Dubai's single-entry tourist-visa service lists AED 252 for 30 days and AED 352 for 60 days, plus 5% VAT and any applicable service/inside-country charges. The passport or travel document must be valid for at least 6 months, and medical insurance valid in the UAE plus a return or onward ticket are required for the GDRFA service. Tourist visa extension or renewal is handled through UAE immigration channels and depends on visa type and status. Always confirm details with an official UAE government source before booking.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-07-01
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 2026-07-01
Visa type
Pre-approved tourist eVisa (no visa-free / no visa on arrival)
Maximum stay
30 or 60 days from entry
per entry
Entries
Single-entry and sponsor-dependent multiple-entry options
from issue date
Visa fee
AED 252 or AED 352 + 5% VAT for GDRFA Dubai single-entry tourist visas; other channels vary
consular fee only
Processing time
Varies by sponsor and UAE immigration authority
standard track
Validity
Validity depends on visa type and issuing channel
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Choose your visa type
Decide between a 30-day or 60-day tourist visa and single or multiple entry, based on your trip length and plans.
· 30 or 60 days· Single/multiple
/02
Apply online through an authorized channel
Apply via ICP Smart Services, the GDRFA Dubai portal, a UAE airline (Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Turkish Airlines), a hotel, or a licensed travel agency that acts as your sponsor.
· 100% online· No embassy visit
/03
Upload documents and pay the fee
Submit a passport copy with at least 6 months validity, a passport photo, travel ticket details and UAE-valid medical insurance, then pay the government fee plus VAT and any service charge.
· 6-month validity· AED fee + 5% VAT
/04
Wait for approval
Processing time varies by sponsor and UAE immigration authority, so wait for the approved entry visa before travelling.
· Pre-approval required
/05
Receive and carry the eVisa
Get the approved eVisa by email, print a copy or keep it on your phone, and present it with your passport at check-in and on arrival.
· Email delivery· Print/keep digital
/06
Enter within validity and respect stay limits
Use the visa within the validity shown on the approval and do not overstay; extension or renewal must be handled through UAE immigration channels before expiry.
· Check visa validity· Renew before expiry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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RequiredOrdinary passport valid at least 6 months on entry
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved UAE tourist eVisa (printed or digital)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-size colour photo (white background)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)
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
RequiredMedical insurance valid in the UAE
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredVisa fee paid (AED + 5% VAT) via card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
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 Embassy in Washington - Non-US citizen visa requirements (Turkey)UAE Consulate in Istanbul - Visa Services (MOFA)GDRFA Dubai - Issuance of a single-entry tourist visa
Application link included: UAE Embassy in Washington - Non-US citizen visa requirements (Turkey)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
30-day tourist visa (single entry)AED 252GDRFA Dubai listed fee; excludes 5% VAT and any applicable service/inside-country charges
60-day tourist visa (single entry)AED 352GDRFA Dubai listed fee; excludes 5% VAT and any applicable service/inside-country charges
Multiple-entry tourist visaVariesAvailable through some UAE immigration/sponsor channels; confirm current fee before applying
VAT5% of feeAdded to government fee
Visa extension/renewalVariesHandled through UAE immigration channels; availability and fees depend on visa type and status
Total estimateAED 265 — Variesincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Sponsor/authority processing
Varies
Tourist visa applications are submitted by a sponsor such as an airline, hotel, travel agency, UAE company, resident or citizen, and remain subject to UAE immigration approval.
Airline or agency service
Varies
Some airlines and travel agencies offer managed tourist-visa service, with timing and service charges set by the provider.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-free entry for ordinary passports
UAE Embassy visa tables mark Turkish regular passports as visa-required; diplomatic, special and service passports are listed as visa-exempt.
High
/02
No visa on arrival
Ordinary Turkish passport holders cannot obtain a visa at a UAE airport; the visa must be pre-approved.
High
/03
Tourism and family visits
Most Turkish travelers apply for the short-term 30- or 60-day tourist visa for holidays and visiting relatives.
High
/04
Business and stopovers
Frequent business travel and Dubai/Abu Dhabi transit drive multiple-entry visa applications.
Medium
/05
Overstay penalties
Travelers extend visas to avoid daily overstay fines under UAE immigration rules.
Medium
/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
2026-07-01
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-29
Codex checked Türkiye to United Arab Emirates visa requirement
Codex checked official UAE Embassy, UAE MoFA Istanbul, GDRFA Dubai and Emirates sources. The eVisa verdict remains unchanged for Turkish ordinary passport holders; refreshed checked-date, sources, passport-category wording, GDRFA single-entry fees and insurance wording.
2026-05-30
Türkiye to United Arab Emirates route verified
Confirmed via UAE MOFA Istanbul consulate, GDRFA Dubai and UAE visa policy sources that ordinary Turkish passport holders require a pre-approved tourist eVisa (no visa-free entry or visa on arrival); the exemption applies to diplomatic, special and service passports.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Turkish citizens enter the UAE without a visa?—
No. Ordinary (burgundy) passport holders need a pre-approved tourist eVisa. UAE Embassy visa tables list Turkish diplomatic, special and service passports as visa-exempt, but regular passports as visa-required.
Is there a visa on arrival for Turkish passport holders?+
How long can I stay?+
How do I apply?+
How much does it cost and how long does it take?+
What passport validity is required?+
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