🇦🇪United Arab Emirates Visa

Turkish travellers on an ordinary (burgundy) passport need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, but there's no consulate queue involved: the whole thing is handled online as an e-visa. Sort it out before you fly and you're set for Dubai's skyline or a desert run into the dunes.

Ordinary (Burgundy)

e-Visa

UAE e-visa required. It can be easily obtained in 3-5 business days via the internet or the airline you are flying with (THY, Pegasus, Emirates). The fee is approximately 90-110 USD.

Official application →

Special (Green)

Visa-Free — 90 days

Green passport holders can travel visa-free for up to 90 days within 180 days.

Service (Grey)

Visa-Free — 90 days

Gray passport holders can enter without a visa.

Diplomatic (Black)

Visa-Free — 90 days

Black passport holders can enter without a visa.

Official application page →

Cities to Visit in United Arab Emirates

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?

Yes. Holders of an ordinary (burgundy) Turkish passport need a visa to enter. The upside is that it's an e-visa, so you apply entirely online and receive the approval digitally without setting foot in a consulate.

How do I get the UAE e-visa?

You apply online through the official portal at smartservices.icp.gov.ae, uploading your passport details and the required documents. Since processing times and fees can shift depending on how busy the system is, it's worth confirming the current details straight from the official site before you travel.

Which passports enter the UAE without a visa?

Holders of special (green), service (grey) and diplomatic (black) passports enter visa-free and can stay up to 90 days. The visa requirement applies only to the ordinary burgundy passport.