United States Embassy and Consulates in United Arab Emirates
United States Embassy in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
United States Consulate General in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of United States may close on the following UAE and U.S. holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus Day | Monday, October 12 | 0 minutes |
| Navy Birthday | Tuesday, October 13 | 20 hours, 17 minutes |
| International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction | Wednesday, October 14 | 1 day, 20 hours |
| International Day of Rural Women | Thursday, October 15 | 2 days, 20 hours |
| World Food Day | Friday, October 16 | 3 days, 20 hours |
| International Day for the Eradication of Poverty | Saturday, October 17 | 4 days, 20 hours |
| Alaska Day | Sunday, October 18 | 5 days, 20 hours |
1. How many U.S. Embassies/Consulates are there in United Arab Emirates?
United States currently maintains 2 diplomatic representative offices in United Arab Emirates including Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
2 - Do UAE citizens need a visa for United States?
UAE citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into United States. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of United States in United Arab Emirates for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of U.S. embassies in United Arab Emirates?
The U.S. representative offices in United Arab Emirates will be closed in observance of the following UAE and U.S. holidays in 2026/2024:
- Columbus Day (US & US) Mon, Oct 12, 2026 (0 minutes)
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Time in United States vs United Arab Emirates
Washington D.C., United States time is 10:00 hours behind Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates