Travel corridorUnited Kingdom visa requirements for citizens of United Arab Emirates.
No visa — but citizens of the United Arab Emirates typically need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) for the United Kingdom, applied for online before travel; stays of up to 180 days are typically allowed.
UK ETA; valid 2 years, multiple entry
Routes for the United Kingdom last verified 10 Jun 2026 against official sources.
UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA): 5 required documents — see the checklist.
How to get your documents
How to get: Valid passport
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
- Issued by
- National passport authority
- Typical cost
- $20–$150
- Typical time
- 1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
How to get: Digital photo
Have a recent passport photo taken at a pharmacy, photo booth or photographer, or use a compliant online photo tool. The common size is 35×45 mm with a plain light background, neutral expression and no glasses; the US and a few others require 2×2 in (51×51 mm). Get 2–4 prints plus a digital copy.
- Issued by
- Any photographer or photo booth (ICAO 9303 standard)
- Typical cost
- $5–$15
- Typical time
- Same day
Verified 11 Jun 2026
How to get: Contact and travel details
Provide a flight reservation or an onward/return ticket itinerary. Many travellers use a held reservation (not a paid ticket) from an airline, travel agent or flight-itinerary service so they are not committed before the visa is granted.
- Issued by
- Airline / travel agent
- Typical cost
- free–$30 for a reservation
- Typical time
- Same day
Verified 11 Jun 2026
How to get: Payment card
Pay the visa or government fee through the channel the consulate specifies — card payment on the application portal, bank transfer, or in person at the visa centre. Keep the receipt or transaction confirmation to upload or present.
- Issued by
- Destination consulate / payment provider
- Typical cost
- Varies by visa
- Typical time
- Immediate–2 days
Verified 11 Jun 2026
How to get: ETA per traveller
This is a destination- or programme-specific supporting document. Follow the exact instruction on the official consulate or immigration checklist for your visa; if it is unclear, contact the consulate or visa application centre for guidance on how to obtain it.
- Issued by
- Destination consulate / immigration authority
- Typical cost
- Varies
- Typical time
- Varies
Verified 11 Jun 2026
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