Global Rank #1 - 188+ Visa-Free Destinations
UAE Passport Ranking & Visa-Free Matrix
Official travel guide for UAE citizens — Global passport ranking, Schengen visa-free rules, UK ETA authorization, Japan, China, Americas access, and MoFA travel advisories.
Global Diplomatic Power
Through strategic bilateral agreements driven by the **Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA)**, the UAE passport provides visa-free access to **188+ destinations**.
Select a region below to review visa-free entry conditions, duration limits, and entry requirements.
Europe & Schengen Area (Visa-Free)
| Travel Parameter | Requirement & Standard |
|---|---|
| Visa Access Type | Visa-Free entry up to 90 days in any 180-day period |
| Key Visa-Free Countries | Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Austria, Netherlands, Belgium, UK (ETA required), Ireland |
| Mandatory Entry Prerequisite | Valid biometric UAE Passport + Return flight ticket + Hotel reservation |
GCC Freedom of Movement
- 👑 GCC Citizens (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain)
- 👑 National ID Card Entry: Travel across all GCC states using National Emirates ID
- 👑 Work & Residence Rights: Unrestricted right to live, work, & invest across GCC
MoFA Twajudi Registration Service
UAE citizens traveling abroad are urged to register with **Twajudi**:
- 📲 Emergency assistance & evacuation in case of crises abroad
- 📲 Direct communication from UAE embassies during natural disasters
- 📲 Quick registration via MoFA mobile app before travel
Frequently Asked Questions
Ranked among top 2 globally (Passport Index #1, Henley #2), providing visa-free or VoA entry to 188+ countries.
Yes. Full visa-free travel to all 29 Schengen countries for stays up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
UK ETA costs £10, is valid for 2 years, and grants unlimited visits up to 6 months per visit for UAE nationals.
MoFA Official Service
• MoFA Travel Advisories & Twajudi: mofa.gov.ae
• Passport Index Official Portal: passportindex.org