KNOW

YOUR VISA
REQUIREMENTS

YOUR PASSPORT TO ABU DHABI

 EXPLORE ABU DHABI
Home to world-class hotels
Your choice of over 60 3-star to 5-star hotels and
apartments are less than a 35-minute drive from
the airport.

See humanity in a new light at Louvre Abu Dhabi

Enjoy artworks of historical and cultural significance
from different times and civilisations at this cultural
masterpiece by architect Jean Nouvel.

Thrills on Yas Island

Ride the world’s fastest rollercoaster, go on a
shopping spree, drive yourself round the Yas
Marina Circuit F1® track or make a splash at Yas
Waterworld.

Family fun at the beach

Try kitesurfing, build sandcastles on our white,
sandy beaches or simply pick your spot to soak up
the sun.

Golfing in the desert

Spoil yourself with a choice of PGA level golf courses
in Abu Dhabi, offering you breath-taking views of
the city, sea and sand.
 EXPLORE ABU DHABI
Desert adventures
Race across the desert dunes in 4x4 SUVs, before
enjoying a traditional Bedouin feast and festivities
under the stars.

Getting around is easy

In Abu Dhabi it’s so easy to get around, with
sightseeing and experiences no more than a
30-minute drive from the airport.
Book your transfer through Hala Abu Dhabi or
simply catch a taxi. Abu Dhabi taxis are reasonably
priced and there’s always one close by. To book, call
600 535353 or download the Abu Dhabi Taxi app.
Those wanting to explore Abu Dhabi direct from the
airport can take advantage of a new bus service
running from 8am until midnight daily.
The round-trip bus service A19 stops at Yas Mall,
Saadiyat Beach North, Saadiyat Public Beach and
Louvre Abu Dhabi.
 INTRODUCING YOUR VISA GUIDE

30-DAY VISA ON ARRIVAL

• If your country of nationality appears in the list
below, no advance visa arrangements are required
to visit Abu Dhabi
• Upon arrival, your passport will be stamped at
immigration with a free 30-day Visa on Arrival
• Your passport should be valid for a minimum
period of 6 months

Andorra People’s Republic of China

Australia Republic of Mauritius
Brunei Russian Federation
Canada San Marino
Hong Kong Seychelles
Ireland Singapore
Japan South Korea
Malaysia The Vatican
Monaco United Kingdom
New Zealand United States of America
90-DAY VISA ON ARRIVAL
• If your country of nationality appears in the list
below, your passport will be stamped with a
multiple entry 90-day Visa on Arrival
• This is valid for 6 months from the date of issue,
and for a stay of 90 days in total
• Your passport should be valid for a minimum
period of 6 months
• Citizens of the European countries listed below
may also apply for and pre-arrange a paid Visit
Visa if your 90-day Visa on Arrival has been fully
utilized, or if you prefer to pre-arrange your visa

Argentina Germany Norway

Austria Greece Poland
Belgium Hungary Portugal
Bulgaria Iceland Romania
Croatia Italy Seychelles
Cyprus Latvia Slovakia
Czech Republic Liechtenstein Slovenia
Denmark Lithuania Spain
Estonia Luxembourg Sweden
Finland Malta Switzerland
France Netherlands
 INDIAN CITIZENS’ VISA
ON ARRIVAL
• Indian citizens can benefit from a UAE Visa on
Arrival for a maximum stay of 14 days

• To qualify, you need to have a US Visitor Visa or

Green Card valid for six months and your passport
should have at least six months’ validity

• Fee: AED 100

96-HOUR TRANSIT VISA

ON ARRIVAL
• All nationalities transiting through Abu Dhabi
Airport can apply for a 96-Hour Transit Visa. You
can apply for this at one of the Visa on Arrival
offices in Terminals 1 and 3, or online through the
designated portal

• Your passport should be valid for a minimum

period of 6 months

• Fee: AED 300

 ABU DHABI TRANSIT PACKAGES
If you have 6-12 hours transit time you can play golf
or lounge by the pool for only AED 150, or visit Ferrari
World or Yas Waterworld from AED 275.
If you have a little longer you can enjoy one of our
Hala signature tours.

STORY OF ABU DHABI

HALF DAY ABU DHABI CITY TOUR
See the highlights of Abu Dhabi, including Sheikh
Zayed Grand Mosque and the popular Corniche, in a
luxurious Hala 4x4 vehicle.
Fee: AED 190

MORNING DESERT DRIVE

HALF DAY
Experience our traditional Arabian hospitality, with
a morning trip into the majestic and exciting sand
dunes of the desert.
Fee: AED 265

DESERT SUNSET DRIVE & BBQ

HALF DAY
Take a gentle off-road desert drive to visit a historic
camel farm, then enjoy a 5-star desert BBQ and
watch the sunset over the dunes.
Fee: AED 340
For more information and to book, visit etihad.com/
halaabudhabi or call 800 2324 or +971 2 5990700.
 OTHER VISA TYPES
For those who require other visas, there are a
number of options to suit your travel needs. You
can apply online or on arrival at the Abu Dhabi
International Airport. The process takes around 30
minutes. For the latest information on visas and
eligibility visit etihad.com/uaevisa

SERVICE VISA
The Service Visa applies to the following categories
and their families:
• company manager’s representatives
• sales managers
• account auditors
• company or establishment delegations required to
carry out a commercial activity in the UAE
• consultants requested by companies operating
in the UAE, who are required to carry out an urgent
task

Duration: 14 days

Validity: 14 days

Single entry

Fee: AED 400

 TOURIST VISA
• Passport should be valid for a minimum period of
6 months
• This visa is non-extendable

Duration: 30 days

Validity: 60 days

Single entry

Fee: AED 350

 TOURIST VISA
MULTIPLE ENTRY
• Short term, multiple entry visa
• Visa is non-extendable

Duration: 30 days*

Validity: 60 Days

Multiple entry**

Fee: AED 650

* Starting from date of first entry

** Within 30 days of first entry
 LONG TERM TOURIST
VISA
• The Long Term Tourist Visa applies to tourists who
wish to spend more than 30 days in the UAE
• This includes those coming for family visits, as well
as those on long-term visits
• Pre-approvals from immigration may be required
for unaccompanied young women or female
applicants travelling alone
• Applications will be accepted once approval is
received

Duration: 90 days

Validity: 60 days

Single entry

Fee: AED 1000

 LONG TERM VISIT VISA
MULTIPLE ENTRY
• The Long Term Multiple Entry Visa is valid for 90
days
• Guests intending to stay longer and travel multiple
times to the UAE can apply
• This visa requires sponsorship

Duration: 90 days*

Validity: 60 days

Multiple entry**

Fee: AED 2500

* Starting from date of first entry

** Within 90 days of first entry
 STOPOVER IN ABU DHABI
Enjoy a stopover in Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways.
Our range of options includes 2-for-1 deals on
accommodation and exciting activities – there’s
something for everyone!
Book now at etihad.com/stopovers

ABU DHABI 2-FOR-1 STOPOVER

Economy Class guests can extend their time
away with a two-night stopover at any of our
participating hotels in Abu Dhabi - the second
night’s accommodation is on us!
• Choose from over 60 hotels in Abu Dhabi
• Enjoy 2-for-1 deals on a wide range of activities
• Enjoy 24-hour check-in at a number of hotels

ABU DHABI PREMIUM STOPOVER

Business Class guests can enjoy a free night’s stay
in a 5-star hotel in Abu Dhabi. Those travelling in
First Class will be treated to two free nights at one
of our selected 5-star hotels.
• Choose from ten hotels in Abu Dhabi
• Enjoy 2-for-1 deals on a wide range of activities

THE RESIDENCE STOPOVER

Fly in The Residence and treat yourself to two free
nights in a Khaleej Suite at Emirates Palace.
ISLAMIC CITY STOPOVER
This stopover option is for our Muslim guests
travelling for Hajj or Umrah. Explore Abu Dhabi and
enjoy great rates at alcohol-free 4-star and 5-star
hotels.
• Take a ladies-only tour, conducted by licensed
female Hala Guest Guides
• All activities and accommodation have the values
of Muslim-friendly travel in mind

BOOKING YOUR STOPOVER

• Step 1: Book your Etihad Airways ticket through
etihad.com or your travel agent
• Step 2: Secure your stopover package at
etihad.com/stopovers.
If you are booking the Premium Stopover or The
Residence Stopover packages, fill in the hotel
booking form at etihad.com/premiumstopovers
• Step 3: At hotel check-in, you will need to show
your Etihad boarding pass and your booking
confirmation
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