North America · United Arab Emirates
United States
United States visit visa for United Arab Emirates passport / residents
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Summary
Usually B-1/B-2 (unless other status)
Where to file: DS-160 + interview (interview rules vary by age/prior visa)
Verified 22 September 2026
- Visa type
- B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa
- Biometrics
- Biometrics are recorded as required.
- Interview
- Typically required unless interview waived under current rules
Most foreign nationals need a nonimmigrant visitor visa (B-1 business / B-2 tourism / combined B-1/B-2) before travel. Citizens of Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries generally use ESTA instead of a B visa for short tourism/business stays (check eligibility). Canadian citizens generally do not need a visa for temporary visit/tourism/business (per State Dept visitor page exceptions). ESTA: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/ DS-160: https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/
Checklist
Document requirements
- DS-160 confirmation page + photo per DS-160 rules
- Passport valid for travel
- Interview at US Embassy/Consulate (unless interview waived per current rules)
- Evidence may be requested re: purpose, funds, ties abroad (invitation/Affidavit of Support not required for visitor visa per State Dept, but may be brought)
Money and time
Fees and timeline
Unknown — not found as a single official fee in this pack. Check the apply links before paying anyone.
Processing (official)
Embassy-specific wait times on travel.state.gov
Official only
How to apply
You will leave VisitVisaInfo for an official government or designated VAC website.
- Official formDS-160ceac.state.gov/genniv/
- Official informationVisitor Visatravel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/tourism-visit/visitor.html
- Official hubesta.cbp.dhs.govesta.cbp.dhs.gov/
- Official hubtravel.state.govtravel.state.gov/content/dam/visas/Statistics/Non-Immigrant-Statistics/RefusalRates/FY25.pdf
- Official hubNonimmigrant statistics / refusal ratestravel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-statistics/nonimmigrant-visa-statistics.html
- Official hubEmbassy locatorwww.usembassy.gov/
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Official statistics
Visa ratio
2.17%
FY2025 adjusted B-visa refusal rate percent · FY2025
Adjusted refusal rate by nationality; not a prediction for any individual
Official sourceQuick answers
FAQ
Do United Arab Emirates passport holders need a visa for United States?
Recorded status: Embassy visa required. Usually B-1/B-2 (unless other status) Visa type: B-1/B-2 Visitor Visa. Confirm on the official source before you travel.
What fee is recorded for a United States visit from United Arab Emirates?
Not found as a single official figure in this research pack. Check the official apply link before you pay.
How long does a United States visa decision take?
Processing (official): Embassy-specific wait times on travel.state.gov. Appointment waits are separate and are only shown when the pack records them.
What is the United States visa refusal rate for United Arab Emirates?
2.17% — FY2025 adjusted B-visa refusal rate percent (FY2025). Adjusted refusal rate by nationality; not a prediction for any individual