How long can citizens of the United Arab Emirates stay in Macao?

Up to 90 days per visit under the visa-free arrangement, as of our last verification. Longer stays or other purposes use a dedicated visa route.

Can citizens of the United Arab Emirates work or study in Macao?

Macao has 7 verified routes across work, study, residence and other purposes. Eligibility varies by route and nationality — see the full Macao visa guide for details.

Travel corridor

Macao visa requirements for citizens of United Arab Emirates.

Visa-freeStays of up to 90 days per visit.

No — citizens of the United Arab Emirates can typically visit Macao visa-free for stays of up to 90 days. Longer stays or other purposes (work, study, residence) use a dedicated visa route.

Routes for Macao last verified 14 Jun 2026 against official sources.

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Beyond short stays

Other ways into Macao for citizens of United Arab Emirates.

Study & Training

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Macao Special Authorization to Stay for Non-resident StudentsGov fee MOP 0 · ~45 days processing

Work & Self-Employment

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Macao Non-resident Worker's Identification Card (Blue Card)Gov fee MOP 100 · ~45 days processing

Invest & Capital

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Temporary Residency for Investors (IPIM)Available

Macao Temporary Residency by Major Investment

Family & Origin

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Macao Special Authorization to Stay for Family of Non-resident WorkersGov fee MOP 0 · ~50 days processing

Macao Residence Authorization for Family of Macao ResidentsGov fee MOP 0

Special Categories

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Macao Talent Recruitment Residence (Qualified Professionals)

Macao Permanent Resident Identity Card (Right of Abode)

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