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🇦🇪 Does an Emirati need a visa for the United States 🇺🇸?
Yes. Emirati passport holders need a visa for the United States, applied for at an embassy or consulate of the United States before travelling.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Emirati citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of the United States or its official government website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
You apply at an embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre of the destination, usually with an application form, passport photos, bank statements, travel itinerary and accommodation bookings.
Processing takes days to weeks, and some embassies require an interview; start the application well before your trip.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Where to apply in the United Arab Emirates
If you live in the United Arab Emirates, visas for the United States are issued by its missions there. Many of them use an outsourced visa application centre: the mission's website says where to apply and which office covers your region.
- Embassy of the United States in the United Arab Emirates · Embassies District, Plot 38, Sector W59-02, Street No. 4 · ae.usembassy.gov
- Consulate General of the United States, Dubai
Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.
United States at a glance
Capital: Washington D.C. · Currency: United States dollar (USD, $) · Official languages: English · Calling code: +1
Plugs and voltage
You need a travel adapter: the United States uses plug types A, B, the United Arab Emirates uses C, G. Mains voltage differs (the United States: 120 V; the United Arab Emirates: 220 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.
More about entering the United States →
Your embassy in the United States
If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in the United States, contact the embassy of the United Arab Emirates:
- Embassy of the United Arab Emirates, Washington · 3522 International Court, NW Suite # 400 Washington, DC 20008 · uae-embassy.org
- Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates, Boston · One International PL, Suite 2901 , Boston, MA 02110 · mofaic.gov.ae
- Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates, Houston · 7505 S. Main St. STE #510 Houston, TX 77030 · mofaic.gov.ae
- Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates, Los Angeles · 1999 Ave of the Stars, Suite 1250,Los Angeles, CA 90067 · mofaic.gov.ae
Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.
Easier destinations near the United States for Emirati passport holders
- 🇲🇽 Mexico — Visa-free 180 days
- 🇨🇦 Canada — ETA required
- 🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda — Visa-free 90 days
- 🇦🇷 Argentina — Visa-free 90 days
- 🇧🇸 Bahamas — Visa-free 90 days
- 🇧🇧 Barbados — Visa-free 90 days
- 🇧🇴 Bolivia — Visa-free 90 days
- 🇧🇷 Brazil — Visa-free 90 days
The other way round
🇺🇸 American passport holders visiting the United Arab Emirates: American passport holders can visit the United Arab Emirates without a visa for up to 30 days.
The Emirati passport at a glance
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Questions
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for the United States?
Emirati passport holders need a visa for the United States, applied for at an embassy or consulate of the United States before travelling.
Does an American need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
American passport holders can visit the United Arab Emirates without a visa for up to 30 days.