Yes, a visa is required to travel from Nepal to United Arab Emirates.
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Do I need a visa for United Arab Emirates from Nepal?
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Yes. Nepalese nationals need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, usually obtained online as a tourist e-Visa before travel.
The UAE grants no visa-free entry to Nepalese passport holders. Travellers from Nepal must obtain an electronic tourist visa, applied for online before travel — often through an airline, an approved hotel, or the official ICP portal. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. A Nepalese citizen cannot enter the UAE visa-free. The usual route is the tourist e-Visa (available in several durations and entry types). Some entry points may offer a visa on arrival in specific cases, but applying online in advance remains the recommended method.
How and where to apply
Apply online. The Nepalese applicant can use the official ICP portal (icp.gov.ae), an Emirati airline (such as Emirates or Etihad) when flying with them, or an approved UAE hotel/agency that sponsors the visa. A local sponsor (hotel, resident relative) is often required depending on the channel chosen.
Documents and fees
Prepare a Nepalese passport valid for at least 6 months, a compliant ID photo, a copy of the passport page, a return ticket and, depending on the case, a hotel booking or the sponsor's details. The fee depends on the visa duration and type: check the official portal or your carrier for the exact amount at the time of application.
Processing and tips
UAE e-Visa processing is often fast (from a few days to under a week) but can vary; do not book a non-refundable flight before approval. Carefully check the validity period, number of entries and permitted length of stay, as well as extension rules, directly with the official source.
Common mistakes
The most common mistake is using a passport with less than 6 months' validity. Make sure the data you enter matches the passport exactly, respect the permitted length of stay (overstaying incurs daily fines), and choose the correct visa type. Use official or approved channels to avoid intermediaries charging inflated fees.
Official sources
- Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICP) — UAE
- Portail officiel du gouvernement des Émirats arabes unis
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to United Arab Emirates from Nepal?▾
Yes, an e-visa (electronic visa) is required. It is applied for online before departure and allows a stay of 180 days.
How long can you stay in United Arab Emirates?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 180 days.
What other visa types exist for United Arab Emirates?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, United Arab Emirates offers among others: Job Seeker / Exploration visa, Green Visa (5-year residency), Virtual Working Programme (digital nomad), Employment Residence visa (employer-sponsored), Student visa, Family Residence visa (dependant).
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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