How to Get a Dubai (UAE) Tourist Visa from Nepal (Complete Guide 2026)
Dreaming of the Burj Khalifa, a desert safari, or a few days of duty-free shopping? Before you book flights to Dubai, there's a step that catches a lot of Nepali travelers off guard: the UAE does not offer visa-free entry or visa on arrival to Nepali passport holders. You need an approved tourist visa before you fly — and in 2026, there's an important new document requirement that's tripping up a lot of first-time applicants.
At Kora Holidays, we help Nepali travelers put together UAE visa applications correctly the first time, so we've laid out exactly what's required this year, including the update that most other guides haven't caught up on yet.
Quick answer: Nepali citizens must apply for a UAE tourist visa in advance — there is no visa on arrival. Visas are typically issued for 30, 60, or 90 days. Standard processing takes roughly 3–5 working days, though it can run longer. As of 2026, a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is a mandatory part of the application for Nepali applicants, so build extra time into your planning for this document alone.
Do Nepali Citizens Need a Visa for Dubai?
Yes. Nepal is not on the UAE's visa-exemption list, and Nepali passport holders cannot obtain a visa on arrival anywhere in the UAE — including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, or any other emirate. You must have an approved e-visa before you travel. Some websites still advertise "visa on arrival" options for Nepali citizens; this is outdated or incorrect and could result in denied boarding.
Important 2026 Update: Police Clearance Certificate Now Required
This is the single biggest change Nepali applicants need to know about this year. Starting in mid-2026, UAE immigration authorities began phasing in a mandatory requirement for a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC), also called a Good Conduct Certificate, for visa applicants from a list of specific countries — Nepal included.
What this means in practice:
- You'll need a PCC issued by Nepal Police, attested by Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the relevant UAE authority.
- The certificate typically needs to be officially translated if not already bilingual.
- Getting the PCC issued and properly attested can take anywhere from several days to a few weeks, so this is not something to leave for the last minute.
- A UAE-recognized PCC generally has a limited validity window from its issue date, so timing it against your travel dates matters.
Because this requirement is still being rolled out, exact rules can vary depending on visa category and change with little notice. This is exactly the kind of detail we track closely for clients — if you're unsure whether you need one or how to get it attested correctly, it's worth asking before you start your application rather than after a rejection.
Types of UAE Tourist Visas
| TypeLength of StayNotes | ||
| Short-stay tourist visa | 30 days | Most common for leisure trips; typically extendable |
| Long-stay tourist visa | 60 or 90 days | Better for longer holidays or multi-city Gulf trips |
| Multiple entry | Varies | For travelers planning more than one UAE visit in a short period |
Visa validity — the window in which you must enter the UAE after approval — is generally around 60 days from issue date, so don't apply too far ahead of your travel dates.
Documents You'll Need
- Passport valid for at least 6 months from your travel date, with a blank page for stamping
- Recent passport-size photo, clear and in color, white background
- Citizenship certificate or National ID copy
- Confirmed round-trip flight tickets
- Proof of accommodation — hotel booking, or your host's details if staying with family or friends
- Bank statement (commonly the last 6 months), showing sufficient and stable funds
- Police Clearance Certificate, attested (see above — new for 2026)
- Invitation letter, if you're visiting family, friends, or a business contact in the UAE
- For minors: birth certificate and consent documentation from any non-travelling parent
Photocopies and scans must be clear and complete — blurry uploads or mismatched names between your passport and citizenship documents are among the most common reasons for delays.
Getting the document set right the first time is where we spend most of our effort with clients — a small paperwork gap can mean weeks of delay once the PCC step is factored in.
How to Apply for a Dubai Visa from Nepal: Step by Step
- Start your Police Clearance Certificate application early through Nepal Police's online portal, since attestation can take the longest.
- Gather your remaining documents — passport, photo, bank statement, flight and hotel proof.
- Choose your visa type and duration (30, 60, or 90 days) based on your travel plans.
- Submit your application online, either through an authorized visa service, a licensed travel agency, or your airline.
- Upload all supporting documents, including your attested PCC once ready.
- Pay the visa fee through the secure payment method provided by your application channel.
- Track your application status until it shows as approved.
- Receive your e-visa by email, print it, and carry it along with your other documents when you travel.
Dubai Visa Fees from Nepal
Fees vary depending on visa type, duration, and whether you use standard or express processing, and are typically quoted in AED or USD before being converted to NPR. As a rough guide, tourist visa fees commonly fall in the range of $120–$250 USD equivalent, though this shifts with service provider and processing speed. Because rates change frequently and vary by provider, always confirm the current fee before paying.
Processing Time
Standard processing generally takes 3–5 working days, with express options sometimes available in 24–72 hours for an additional fee. Factor in extra time for the Police Clearance Certificate and its attestation — that step alone can take longer than the visa processing itself if started late.
Can I Extend My Dubai Tourist Visa?
Most tourist visas can be extended, commonly for an additional 30 days, without needing to leave the UAE. Extension rules depend on your original visa type, so check your specific visa terms or ask your visa service provider before your visa expires — overstay fines apply from the day your visa lapses.
Let Kora Holidays Handle the Details
Between the new PCC requirement, document attestation, and choosing the right visa duration for your trip, a UAE visa application has more moving parts in 2026 than it used to — and getting one step wrong can cost you weeks.
Kora Holidays stays on top of these changes so you don't have to. We can guide you through the Police Clearance Certificate process, review your full document set before submission, and help you time your application correctly against your travel dates.