India has made travelling easier for people from the United Arab Emirates by expanding the Visa-on-Arrival (VoA) facility to more airports. UAE visitors can now enjoy a smoother entry process with less paperwork and quicker clearance. This update is expected to encourage more holiday, medical, and business trips between the two countries, which already share strong travel and cultural connections.

New Airports Added for Visa-on-Arrival

UAE nationals can now get a Visa-on-Arrival at three newly added airports:

  • Kochi
  • Calicut
  • Ahmedabad

    • These airports join the existing VoA locations : New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad.

    With this, the total number of airports offering Visa-on-Arrival for UAE citizens has now increased to nine.

    This expansion will help travellers fly directly to more cities without worrying about long visa procedures.

    Who Can Get Visa-on-Arrival?

    To use this facility, travellers from the UAE must follow these simple conditions:

  • Should have received an Indian e-Visa or regular visa earlier (even if they did not travel with it).
  • Must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months with two blank pages.
  • Travel purpose should be tourism, business, conference, or medical treatment, with a stay not more than 60 days.
  • Their parents or grandparents must not be born in or permanent residents of Pakistan. If they are, they must apply through the Indian Embassy or Consulate.

    • First-time visitors to India are advised to apply for an e-Visa before travelling.

    How to Apply for Visa-on-Arrival

    UAE nationals need to:

    1. Fill Annexure-A (VoA application form)
    2. Complete a disembarkation card
    3. Submit both documents at the visa counter on arrival

    These forms can be filled online in advance using the Indian Visa Su-Swagatam mobile app or the official visa portal.

    Travellers may also be asked to show:

  • Proof of sufficient money
  • Hotel booking or stay address
  • Return or onward flight ticket

    • Visa Fee, Validity & Stay Rules

  • Visa Fee: ₹2,000 per traveller (including children)
  • Validity: Up to 60 days
  • Entries Allowed: Can enter twice within 60 days (double-entry VoA)

    • Note:

  • The visa cannot be extended or changed to another type.
  • Visitors can apply for Visa-on-Arrival multiple times with no yearly limit.

    • A Big Boost for Travel Between India & UAE

    This step will encourage more weekend trips, festival visits, medical tourism, and business travel. With more flight connections and simpler visa rules, it will be easier than ever for UAE residents to explore popular Indian cities such as Kochi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Delhi, and more.

    The new facility aims to make travel faster, friendlier, and stress-free, helping strengthen ties between India and the UAE.

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