Holy See
United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates visa for citizens of the Holy See
Entry requirement
The United Arab Emirates admits citizens of the Holy See without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Emirati citizens travelling to the Holy See
United Arab EmiratesHoly See Visa-free, 90 days Holy See visa for citizens of the United Arab Emirates
Travel advice for the United Arab Emirates
- US State Department Level 3: Reconsider travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from the Holy See to the United Arab Emirates, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates the United Arab Emirates at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 22 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to the United Arab Emirates (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for the United Arab Emirates (updated 29 October 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of the Holy See can stay in the United Arab Emirates
Citizens of the Holy See may stay in the United Arab Emirates for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to the United Arab Emirates.
The United Arab Emirates’ neighbours for citizens of the Holy See
Saudi Arabia requires citizens of the Holy See to obtain a visa in advance.
Emirati citizens travelling to the Holy See
Emirati citizens do not need a visa for the Holy See: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between the Holy See and the United Arab Emirates.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Holy See need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates admits citizens of the Holy See without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can citizens of the Holy See stay in the United Arab Emirates?
Citizens of the Holy See can stay in the United Arab Emirates for up to 30 days.
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for the Holy See?
Emirati citizens do not need a visa for the Holy See: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can citizens of the Holy See enter the United Arab Emirates visa-free?
Yes, citizens of the Holy See can enter the United Arab Emirates without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.