Canada Visa for UAE citizens (2026)
If you are travelling on a United Arab Emirates passport, Canada is reachable with an online eVisa instead of an embassy appointment. Emirati travellers can complete the whole Canada application from home and receive the approval by email.
Online eVisa
Available
Government fee
start at US$20.00
Processing
3 working days
Permitted stay
1825 days
Can UAE citizens get a Canada eVisa?
Canada grants online eligibility to UAE citizens across 1 visa option such as Tourist Evisa (Multiple Entries for 5 years). Canada currently supports Multiple Entries, with a permitted stay of 1825 days. Government fees start at US$20.00. Standard processing is typically 3 working days, with faster options around 5 hours.
Canada visa options for UAE citizens
Documents and tips for Emirati travellers
UAE passports are strong, but destinations can still require an eVisa and a validity buffer beyond your stay — confirm both before booking. Fees are billed in US dollars, so Emirati applicants may see an AED conversion on their card. The most common avoidable mistake for UAE citizens: assuming the UAE passport’s wide access removes the eVisa step — some destinations still require it.
- Enter your name in Latin letters exactly as transliterated in your UAE passport.
- Check whether the destination grants visa-free entry to Emirati passports or still needs an eVisa.
- Allow lead time around major holiday travel periods when volumes are higher.
Canada visa FAQ for UAE citizens
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Next steps
Visa rules can change. Confirm details with official Canada immigration authorities close to your travel date.
United eVisa Editorial Team
Visa research & content review
The United eVisa Editorial Team compiles visa requirements, government fees, and processing details from official immigration sources and our destination database, then reviews each page for accuracy and updates it as rules change.