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Do Taiwan passport holders need a visa to visit UAE?

Taiwan ordinary passport holders must obtain a pre-arranged eVisa before traveling to the UAE for tourism. There is no visa-free entry and no visa on arrival; the visa must be applied for online (via VFS Global or the Emirates "Manage Your Booking" facility) ahead of departure. As of 30 May 2026, a Taiwan (TW) ordinary passport holder cannot enter the UAE visa-free and is not eligible for visa on arrival. The required pathway is a pre-arranged electronic visa (eVisa) obtained before travel. The most common option for tourists is the 30-day single-entry tourist visa, with 60-day and multiple-entry options also available. Applications are processed online through VFS Global or via Emirates for those flying Emirates, typically taking about 3-6 working days. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of arrival, and applicants generally need to show a confirmed hotel booking, return/onward ticket, and may need to meet an eligibility criterion (qualifying travel history, financial proof, or UAE sponsorship). The 30-day tourist visa costs roughly NT$3,210 (around USD 90-110) plus any service fee. The visa must normally be used within about 58-60 days of issue.
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 (pre-arranged, applied online before travel)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days (60-day option available)
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry options available)
from issue date
Visa fee
From approx. NT$3,210 (30-day tourist visa)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 3-6 working days
standard track
Validity
Must be used within ~58-60 days of issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and documents
Ensure your Taiwan passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date. Prepare a colour passport bio-page scan, a passport photo, a confirmed hotel booking and return/onward flight ticket. Some applications require an eligibility criterion (qualifying travel history, financial proof, or a UAE sponsor).
· Passport 6+ months· Hotel + return ticket
/02
Choose your visa type
Select the visa that fits your trip: 30-day or 60-day tourist visa (single entry), or a multiple-entry short/long-term visa. Transit visas (48h / 96h) exist for short stopovers only.
· 30-day tourist visa most common
/03
Apply online before travel
Submit the application through VFS Global's UAE visa portal for Taiwan, or via the Emirates 'Manage Your Booking' facility if flying Emirates. Upload documents and pay the visa fee.
· Apply via VFS Global / Emirates
/04
Wait for processing and approval
Standard processing takes about 3-6 working days; express options may be available at extra cost. Apply at least a week before departure to be safe.
· 3-6 working days
/05
Receive and carry the eVisa
Download and print the approved eVisa (PDF). Carry it together with your passport, hotel booking and return ticket when you fly.
· Print the eVisa
/06
Enter the UAE within the validity window
Enter the UAE before the visa's entry-validity period expires (about 58-60 days from issue) and observe your permitted stay (e.g. 30 days). Overstaying incurs daily fines.
· Enter within ~58-60 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 9 complete
Taiwan ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival date
required
Colour scan of passport bio/data page
required
Recent passport-style photograph
required
Approved UAE eVisa (printed PDF)
required
Confirmed hotel booking or accommodation proof
required
Return or onward flight ticket
required
Eligibility proof if requested (travel history / financial proof / UAE sponsor)
conditional
International travel/health insurance covering the stay
recommended
Proof of sufficient funds for the trip
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
30-day tourist visa (single entry)NT$3,210Most common option for short tourist visits
60-day tourist visa (single entry)NT$6,220For longer stays
Multi-entry 30-day visaNT$4,530Allows multiple entries within 30 days
96-hour transit visaNT$1,915For short stopovers only
VFS / service feeVaries (approx. NT$300-600)Added on top of the government visa fee
Total estimateNT$3,210 — NT$8,500incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing
3-6 working days
Default processing time via VFS Global or Emirates. Apply at least a week before departure.
Express processing
About 48 hours
Faster handling available for selected visa types at an additional fee.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism and sightseeing
Visiting Dubai, Abu Dhabi and other emirates for leisure on a 30- or 60-day tourist visa.
High
/02
Visiting family or friends
Short visits to relatives or friends residing in the UAE.
Medium
/03
Business meetings and events
Attending conferences, trade fairs or short business trips.
Medium
/04
Transit / stopover
Short layovers using a 48-hour or 96-hour transit visa.
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
Taiwan to United Arab Emirates route verified
Confirmed via VFS Global (UAE's official visa partner) and Emirates that Taiwan ordinary passport holders require a pre-arranged eVisa for the UAE - no visa-free entry or visa on arrival. Verified visa types, fees (from ~NT$3,210 for a 30-day tourist visa), 3-6 working-day processing, and the 6-month passport validity requirement.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Taiwan passport holders get a visa on arrival in the UAE?—
No. Taiwan ordinary passport holders are not eligible for visa on arrival and must obtain a pre-arranged eVisa online before traveling.
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