United Arab Emirates visit visa for Canada passport / residents

United Arab Emirates · Burj Khalifa Dubai · trolvag · CC BY-SA 3.0

Summary

Visa on arrival

Often visa-free / VOA class historically — verify ICP/embassy

Status text is from the destination research note. A fuller pair record is published only where the pack includes one.

Verified 22 September 2026

UAE entry for tourism commonly uses entry permits / visit visas sponsored via airlines, hotels, or authorized channels, or services via ICP (Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security) Smart Services. Many nationalities receive visa on arrival / visa-free entry; others need pre-arranged permits. Rules differ by passport and sometimes by emirate process.

Checklist

Document requirements

Passport validity (often ≥6 months — confirm), photo, return ticket, hotel booking, sufficient funds, sponsor documents if applicable. Unknown exact checklist for each nationality — follow ICP/GDRFA/airline instructions for that passport.

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How to apply

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Official statistics

Visa ratio

Not officially published

A percentage is shown only when an official source published one for this route. Blog tables and estimates are left out.

Quick answers

FAQ

Do Canada passport holders need a visa for United Arab Emirates?

Recorded status: Visa on arrival. Often visa-free / VOA class historically — verify ICP/embassy Confirm on the official source before you travel.

What fee is recorded for a United Arab Emirates visit from Canada?

Not found as a single official figure in this research pack. Check the official apply link before you pay.

What is the United Arab Emirates visa refusal rate for Canada?

Not officially published. This pack does not include an official percentage for this passport and destination.