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Do Canadian citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?

Visa-free · 90 days

No visa needed for stays of up to 90 days. Canadian citizens can enter the United Arab Emirates visa-free for short visits.

Data refreshed 24 Oct 2026. Rules change — confirm with the official sources before you book.

Travel advisory: Level 3 — Reconsider Travel. Read the advisory

What you need at the border

  1. Check your passport meets the validity rule (many countries require 6 months beyond your stay).
  2. Carry proof of onward or return travel and where you will stay.
  3. Be ready to show you can support yourself during the visit.
  4. Confirm the visa-free stay covers your purpose — study and work almost always need a separate visa.

More destinations for Canada passport holders

All Canada passport visa requirements →

Other passports travelling to United Arab Emirates

Tripnoa is independent and not affiliated with any government. Visa data from the open Passport Index dataset; advisories from GOV.UK and the U.S. Department of State. Always confirm with official sources.

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