Planning a getaway to the UAE? If you’re flying in from India, your next Abu Dhabi trip might just get a major perk. A new limited-time offer is now giving eligible Indian travellers a free UAE entry visa, making a visit to the capital a lot lighter on the wallet. Keep reading for all the important details you need to know.
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What’s The New Offer?
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has launched a new programme that will cover the full cost of a UAE entry visa for eligible Indian passport holders. The offer is available when travellers book an Abu Dhabi holiday through participating travel partners or online travel agencies, helping to cut down the upfront cost of planning a trip.
Here’s What You Need To Qualify
The programme is running from now until October 31, 2026, and there are a few requirements to keep in mind.
To be eligible, travellers must:
- Hold a valid Indian passport.
- Book through a participating travel partner or online travel agency.
- Stay in an Abu Dhabi hotel for at least three nights.
- Book a return flight from India.
The initiative is currently being rolled out as a pilot programme and will cover the visa costs for up to 20,000 travellers.
More Time To Explore The Capital
With the visa cost taken care of, travellers can put that extra money towards enjoying everything Abu Dhabi has to offer. From its rich culture and world-class entertainment to luxury hospitality and beautiful natural attractions, visitors will have even more reason to spend longer discovering the emirate!
Get in touch with your trusted travel agent, and get those flights booked ASAP! Remember, there are only 20,000 visas available under this offer.
