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The Government of the United Arab Emirates refuses entry and transit to those holding transit documents issued from Lebanon or the Syrian Arab Republic, and travel documents issued by the Coalition Authority in Iraq, should their visas be obtained through an associate in the UAE.
Note: No problems in entering the UAE occur for those travelling with an Israeli stamp endorsement.

Passport valid for a minimum of three months from date of arrival (six months for business travel) required. Often a sponsor will hold a visitor’s passport. In these cases a receipt will be issued. This will generally be accepted in place of a passport where a transaction may require one.

Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of countries referred to in the chart above (UK nationals must travel with a passport reading 'British Citizen' as national status), except 1. nationals of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Slovak Republic and Slovenia, who do need a visa for touristic or business stays of up to 30 days;
(b) nationals of Andorra, Brunei, Hong Kong (SAR), Iceland, Korea (Rep), Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, San Marino, Singapore, Switzerland, and Vatican City for stays of up to 30 days;
(c) nationals of Gulf Co-operation Council countries (Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia);
(d) transit passengers, provided holding valid onward or return documentation and not leaving the airport for up to 12 hours.

The Embassy only issues visas for diplomatic or certain business visits. For routine travel, visas for tourists, travellers (intending to visit family) and business travellers must be arranged via the sponsor (the hotel/package tour operator or UAE resident/company concerned). This includes transit visas. To obtain approval, the sponsor will require the visitor’s proposed flight and passport details in advance. Business visits are made by invitation only and proof of company trading licence is required. The sponsor will then confirm to the visitor that a visa has been arranged, usually by fax, and that she/he will be met at the airport.

Visitor and Business: £20. Price given is for UK nationals but price is dependent on nationality. Multiple-entry visas are only issued in very special circumstances. In case of visa being arranged by a sponsor, the request for multiple-entry should be marked clearly.

30 days from date of entry and two months from date of issue. It may be possible to extend visas on request for up to a maximum of 90 days at the local immigration office.

Sponsor (as described above).

(a) Valid passport. (b) One passport-size photo. (c) Duplicate application form. (d) Letter from applicant’s company/organisation (with extra copy) stipulating position held and purpose of visit. (e) Proof of sponsorship (often in the form of a fax). (f) Fee, payable in cash only. (g) Sponsor’s name, address, telephone number and occupation (business activity if a company). Contact local sponsor for details of individual requirements.

Between one and five when arranged through a sponsor. However, allowances should be made for possible delays in approval procedure. It is strongly advised to apply well in advance of departure date.

Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the UK
30 Princes Gate, London SW7 1PT, UK
Tel: (020) 7581 1281.
Website: www.uaeembassyuk.net
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1500.

Consulate of the United Arab Emirates in the UK
48 Princes Gate, London SW7 2QA, UK
Tel: (020) 7581 1281 or (0906) 550 4550.
Website: www.uaeembassyuk.net
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1300 (visa applications); 1330-1430 (visa collection).

Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the USA
3522 International Court, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 243 2400 or (800) 823 6911 (toll-free).
Website: www.uae-embassy.org

Tel: (2) 445 3000.
Website: www.uaeinteract.com

1st Floor, 125 Pall Mall, London SW1Y 5EA, UK
Tel: (020) 7839 0580.
Website: www.dubaitourism.ae

30 Princes Gate, London SW7 1PT, UK
Tel: (020) 7581 1281.
Website: www.uaeembassyuk.net
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1500.

48 Princes Gate, London SW7 2QA, UK
Tel: (020) 7581 1281 or (0906) 550 4550 (visa information).
Website: www.uaeembassyuk.net
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1300 (visa applications); 1330-1430 (Visa collection).

3522 International Court, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 243 2400 or (800) 823 6911 (toll-free).
Website: www.uae-embassy.org

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Immunisation against polio is sometimes advised; typhoid occurs in rural areas.

Mains water in major cities is safe to drink, but in small villages it should be filtered, or bottled water should be used. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it is reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products which are likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Salad and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.

Cutaneous leishmaniasis and tick-borne typhus may occur; avoid mosquito, sandfly and tick bites. Wear shoes to avoid soil-borne parasites. Take precautions against heat exhaustion and sunstroke. Immunisation against hepatitis A is recommended. Hepatitis B is endemic.
Rabies is present close to the border with Oman. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.

Medical facilities are of a very high quality but are extremely expensive. Private health insurance is essential.

Some UK prescription/over the counter medicines are illegal in UAE.

Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2006-June 2007 period:
Jan 1 2006 New Year’s Day. Jan 11 Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice). Jan 31 Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year). Apr 11 Mouloud (Birth of the Prophet). Aug 6 Accession of HH Sheikh Zayed. Aug 22 Leilat al-Meiraj (Ascension of the Prophet). Oct 22-24 Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan). Dec 2 National Day. Dec 31 Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice).
Jan 1 2007 New Year's Day. Jan 20 Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year). Mar 31 Mouloud (Birth of the Prophet).

Muslim festivals are timed according to local sightings of various phases of the moon and the dates given above are approximations. During the lunar month of Ramadan that precedes Eid al-Fitr, Muslims fast during the day and feast at night and normal business patterns may be interrupted. Many restaurants are closed during the day and there may be restrictions on smoking and drinking. Some disruption may continue into Eid al-Fitr itself. Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha may last anything from two to 10 days, depending on the region. For more information, see the World of Islam appendix.