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Requirements for Palestine Citizens

calendar_todayLast updated 31 July 2026

UAE eVisa Guide for Palestine Citizens: Fee, Application Process & Requirements

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Overview: UAE Visa Requirements for Palestinian Citizens

The United Arab Emirates (UAE)—featuring world-class destinations like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah—is a premier global hub for leisure tourism and corporate business. For travelers originating from Palestine, planning a seamless journey requires a thorough understanding of entry protocols, legal documentation, and up-to-date immigration policies.This comprehensive guide breaks down the exact prerequisites, application steps, fee structures, and consular contacts required for Palestinian passport holders entering the UAE.

Do Palestinian Citizens Need a Visa for the UAE?

Important Policy Note: Palestine is not currently included on the UAE’s visa-exempt or visa-on-arrival country lists. Therefore, all Palestinian citizens must obtain a valid visa prior to traveling to the UAE.

Travelers can secure their travel permits through two primary methods:

  1. Online Electronic Visas (eVisa): Procured digitally through authorized processing platforms for eligible categories.
  2. Traditional Consular Visas: Applied for directly through diplomatic missions for specific travel classifications.

Required Documents for Palestinian Passport Holders

To initiate a successful UAE visa application, Palestinian applicants must prepare the following core documents:

  • Valid Passport: A Palestinian passport with a minimum validity of six (6) months from the intended date of arrival, featuring at least two (2) blank pages for official stamps.
  • Biographic Page Copy: A clear, scanned copy of the first page of the applicant's passport.
  • Photographs: Two (2) recent, color, passport-sized photographs taken against a plain white background, focusing clearly on the applicant's full face.
  • Application Form: A fully completed and accurate electronic visa application form.