UAE visa for Australian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Australian passport holders visiting United Arab Emirates for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Australian citizens to enter United Arab Emirates for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United Arab Emirates e-visa for Australian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United Arab Emirates visa on arrival for Australian citizens | Eligible | |
United Arab Emirates tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Australian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United Arab Emirates.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United Arab Emirates.
If you are looking for United Arab Emirates visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Australia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of United Arab Emirates nearest your place of residence.
- Canberra: The Embassy of United Arab Emirates in Canberra, Australia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 51 minutes)
United Arab Emirates visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United Arab Emirates diplomatic mission offices to Australia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Australia traveling to United Arab Emirates from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Australia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 267,840 | N/A |
| 2009 | 290,160 | 8.33% |
| 2010 | 265,050 | -8.65% |
| 2011 | 276,210 | 4.21% |
| 2012 | 287,370 | 4.04% |
| 2013 | 276,210 | -3.88% |
| 2014 | 287,370 | 4.04% |
| 2015 | 279,000 | -2.91% |
| 2016 | 290,160 | 4.00% |
| 2017 | 276,210 | -4.81% |
| 2018 | 290,160 | 5.05% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United Arab Emirates & Australia comparison
United Arab Emirates's area is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi), while the area of Australia is approximately 7,682,300 km2 (2,966,151 sq mi). This means Australia is 91.89 times bigger than United Arab Emirates.
As of April 2024, United Arab Emirates's population is ~10.4 million people - 16,326,469 fewer people than the population of Australia.
We have highlighted United Arab Emirates & Australia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United Arab Emirates | Australia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 10,377,009 | 26,703,478 | 16.3 million fewer people live in United Arab Emirates than Australia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 101 | 136 | United Arab Emirates has 35 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Australia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 128 | 130 | United Arab Emirates passport holders visit 2 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 127 | 319 | UAE hosts 192 fewer foreign missions than Australia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Australia travel to United Arab Emirates in one year?
The number of visitors from Australia visiting United Arab Emirates in 2018 was approximately 290,160.
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