Diplomatic Mission Visa
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 5-15 business days
- Fee
- Varies
- Validity
- As specified in diplomatic note
- Entry
- Multiple entry
For diplomatic and official/service passport holders from countries not covered by visa exemption agreements, a visa must be obtained through the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs via a diplomatic note from the sending country's embassy. This applies to personnel posted to diplomatic missions, consular officers, and official delegations. US citizens on diplomatic or official passports are also required to obtain a visa before travel.
Eligibility
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Nationality
For diplomatic and official passport holders from countries without bilateral visa exemption agreements with the UAE
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Purpose of visit
Must be travelling on official government or diplomatic business
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare diplomatic/official passport, diplomatic note from sending country's embassy, and any required supporting documentation
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Document submission
Submit visa application through the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs via a diplomatic note from your country's embassy or mission
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Processing wait
Wait 5-15 business days for processing through diplomatic channels
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Visa collection
Collect visa through the UAE embassy/consulate in your country or receive approval notification