Yes. Indian passport holders must have a valid visa to enter Dubai (UAE) for tourism or business purposes. You can apply for an e-visa online before travelling without visiting an embassy or consulate.

Here are the Dubai (UAE) tourist visa requirements for Indians:

• Passport front page: Submit an image of the front page of your passport that includes your personal information.

• Passport back page: Upload an image of your passport’s back page.

• Photograph: Provide a digital passport-sized photo. It must satisfy the Dubai visa photo requirements.

Note: Your passport must be valid for at least six months from your intended entry date into Dubai

Here are the steps to apply Dubai visa for Indians online:

Step 1: You must first contact an authorised sponsor who can apply for a Dubai visa on your behalf.

Step 2: Submit the documents to your sponsor online or as they instruct. You must also pay the applicable visa fee.

Step 3: Once you submit the documents, the sponsor applies for the Dubai visa on your behalf.

Step 4: Upon submitting the visa application, you will receive an application number, which you can use to track the status of your visa application.

Step 5: Once your visa application is approved, your sponsor will send you the approved Dubai e-visa via mail.

Your visa will have the sponsor’s name on it, such as Visa Lounge.

Once your visa is approved, you will receive it digitally via email or through the application platform you used.

After receiving your visa, you must keep a downloaded copy of your e-visa on your device, which immigration authorities will scan.

Yes, Indians are eligible for visa on arrival in Dubai. However, you must meet the following requirements to be eligible:

• You must have a valid US visa or;

• A valid green card issued by the US or;

• A valid Schengen or EU residence visa or;

• A valid UK residence visa.

• The visa issued by the US, UK, or EU must have at least 6 months of validity.

To avoid visa rejection, you can follow these tips to enhance your chances of visa approval:

• Provide accurate information: Ensure all the information you provide is accurate and matches your passport details.

• Meet the passport requirements: When applying for the visa, ensure your passport is valid for at least six months.

• Review documentation: Confirm all documents are clear, legible, and complete before submission.

• Provide copy of hotel bookings, copy of your return flight tickets, proof of sufficient funds when immigration officers asks.

Always review your application before submitting it to ensure all your information is accurate.