UAE Visa on Arrival
Sharjah requires visitors to have a passport that is stable for at least another six months upon arrival, and in some cases a visa from the United Arab Emirates.
Visa requirements are subject to change at any time; thus, it is recommended that you contact the UAE consulate or embassy in your home nation to confirm the most up-to-date visa requirements.
A 30-day visa on arrival
It is not necessary to apply for a visa in advance if you are a citizen of one of these countries. You can get a 30-day visa upon arrival, extendable by 10 days.
A 90-day visa on arrival
Visitors from the following countries can visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE) without securing a visa in advance and instead acquire a 90-day visa upon arrival:
Citizens of India who are in possession of a valid passport and 🙂
- The USA issued a tourist visa
- US immigration papers called green cards
- The United Kingdom’s awarded resident visa
- European Union residence permits
You can get a 14-day visa upon arrival if your passport or residency permit is valid for at least 6 months after the day you plan to enter the United Arab Emirates.
Important: Your passport must have at least six months remaining on its expiration date when you enter the United Arab Emirates. When planning a trip to the United Arab Emirates. It is a good idea to double-check with the UAE consulate in your home country to make sure your country is still on the list of those eligible for a visa upon arrival.
NON-US Citizens
- Normal/tourist passport holders will not be able to obtain a visa from the Embassy for a visit, job, or vacation.
- Make sure you have a copy of your visitor’s visa from your UAE-based host or sponsor before you leave the country.
- Make sure you have a copy of your tourist visa, which can be obtained from visa agents or hotels in the UAE before you fly to the UAE.
- To find out if you can visit the United Arab Emirates without a prior visa or to inquire about a visit or tourist visa, contact the airline operator that will fly you to the UAE (Fly Emirates or Etihad Airways). Before departing for the United Arab Emirates, make sure to obtain a copy of your visa.
About Sharjah Airport
Sharjah’s Al Mahratta runway was the site of the world’s first commercial airline landing in 1932. It took 45 years, but Sharjah finally got its airport. It hasn’t stopped growing since. Their rapid growth and development into a world-class, cutting-edge international airport can be attributed to the runway’s capacity to handle the finest aircraft in the world.
As a hub for a growing number of international and regional airlines, our open-sky policy facilitates unfettered access to the airport for passengers and crew members flying in from any part of the globe. Their4,060m Code F runway is the longest in the area, and its Cat II capabilities make it among the best in the world. No weather conditions will prevent any plane, even an A380, from landing or taking off with a full load.
International and domestic airlines alike find their landing and handling fees to be the lowest in the region.
The world’s largest airlines now use theirs as a major cargo centre. They are conveniently situated about 10 kilometres from the heart of Sharjah, a short 20-minute journey from Dubai, and close to all the other Northern Emirates.
FAQ
1. Can we go to Sharjah with a Dubai visa?
Ans – There are no external borders or internal obstacles within the seven nations that make up the United Arab Emirates, thus yes, a Dubai visa will get you into Sharjah.
2. If you are travelling through Sharjah from India, do you need a transit visa?
Ans – To enter the United Arab Emirates for the purpose of transit, Indian nationals must pay AED 50 to obtain a 96-hour transit visa. For Indian citizens, this means U.A.E.-based airlines are the only means through which to qualify for a transit visa.
3. Is there a distinction between the Sharjah and Dubai visas?
Ans – Certainly not; you have no such right. Since Dubai isn’t really a sovereign nation but rather a region inside the United Arab Emirates, the term “Dubai Visa” does not apply. You can visit Dubai and the other emirates of the United Arab Emirates with a valid visa for the UAE.
4. Does the UAE demand a quick PCR test for entry?
Ans – Visitors without proof of vaccination are required to show proof of immunity to COVID-19, either in the form of a certificate of healing from infection received within one month of travel or a negative PCR test result obtained within 48 hours.