Iranian visa for UAE citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for UAE passport holders visiting Iran for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For UAE citizens to enter Iran for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Iran e-visa for UAE citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Iran visa on arrival for UAE citizens | Eligible | |
Iran tourist visa requirements:
- Holding UAE passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Iran.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Iran.
If you are looking for Iran visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United Arab Emirates, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Iran nearest your place of residence.
- Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of Iran in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now)
- Dubai: The Consulate General of Iran in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Working hours: Close now)
Iran visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Iran diplomatic mission offices to United Arab Emirates for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Arab Emirates traveling to Iran from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Arab Emirates) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5,899 | N/A |
| 2009 | 6,136 | 4.02% |
| 2010 | 8,520 | 38.85% |
| 2011 | 9,727 | 14.17% |
| 2012 | 11,119 | 14.31% |
| 2013 | 13,830 | 24.38% |
| 2014 | 14,407 | 4.17% |
| 2015 | 15,187 | 5.41% |
| 2016 | 14,332 | -5.63% |
| 2017 | 14,114 | -1.52% |
| 2018 | 21,156 | 49.89% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Iran & United Arab Emirates comparison
Iran's area is approximately 1,628,550 km2 (628,786 sq mi), while the area of United Arab Emirates is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi). This means United Arab Emirates is 19.48 times smaller than Iran.
As of October 2025, Iran's population is ~89.5 million people - 78,953,829 more people than the population of United Arab Emirates.
We have highlighted Iran & United Arab Emirates’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Iran | United Arab Emirates | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 89,452,490 | 10,498,661 | 79.0 million more people live in Iran than United Arab Emirates |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 61 | 101 | Iran has 40 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Arab Emirates. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 12 | 128 | Iran passport holders visit 116 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 83 | 127 | Iranian hosts 44 fewer foreign missions than United Arab Emirates. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Arab Emirates travel to Iran in one year?
The number of visitors from United Arab Emirates visiting Iran in 2018 was approximately 21,156.
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- Travel time: 1 hours 52 minutes
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